As much as I love being a mom and I love my kids, sometimes I just need a break. A day at the spa is clearly not an option and they are few and far between so I have to come up with "moments" when I get some time to myself.
A list of things that I never thought I would consider "pampering myself" until after I became a mom:
Having just 20 minutes alone in the house because I got home before I said I would and the girls are still out with dad. I take the opportunity to clean with no one to mess things up before I am done.
Going to the bathroom with no interruptions.
Taking a shower with no interruptions.
Putting on a movie in the afternoon for the kids so I can lay down for a few minutes and rest or read.
Doing the dishes after dinner and sending the kids away so that I can just have a minute to think. They don't want to be around when I am doing dishes.
Going grocery shopping by myself.
Lotioning my tired feet before bed.
Folding laundry at night while watching tv.
Working in the yard while my kids are playing with each other.
Showering and getting ready before the kids get up.
Eating a treat when no one is looking so that I don't have to share a bite.
Having a girls night out with girlfriends. Before you are married and have kids you want a night out where there will be boys.
One on one time with my kids.
I could go on, but my "relaxing computer time" is up. I have to find relaxation in the most mundane things or else I will go crazy. Here's to being a mom!
4 comments:
I second everything you just said. I never thought the little things would matter so much and how little time you8 get to yourself once you become a mom. Good luck with baby #3 I look forward to seeing pics of her and hope everything works out well
Amen Sista!
yes Anne, the little mundane things are the things that we look forward to as a mom.I remember all the things you said and also thought I would be a mom of young children forever. as you see this time shall pass all to quickly but until it does just enjoy the time you do get alone. it is important for mommy time.
Cute photo Anne! I am so excited for you for baby number three!
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