I took the kids half way to meet Jeff's parents on Friday. From that point on, I have been a new person! Is that even okay to say?
It was a much needed break, I will say that. For the first time in over 3 years it was a possibility for me to sleep in without having to get up to pee or pump or nurse. That, alone, was pure bliss. Everything else was just icing. I am officially spoiled. I need this just about as much as I need the air I breathe.
We are going to pick them up today after church, and I must say that I am not nearly as excited as I know I should probably be. That might be in large part due to the fact that they both have colds, and are a wee bit miserable. So of course I feel a small bit of guilt too for being away
I baked and cooked...both were yummy!
I blogged in peace.
I did a million loads of laundry (seriously, where do all these clothes and towels even COME FROM?!)
I watched two movies (another post entirely in and of itself)
I hung out with friends!
I hung out with a few of my small group girls.
I slept in twice (kinda)
I played Celine Dion (and is still currently playing) and sang at the top of my lungs and danced around my house in pure joy.
I spoke to about 80 young men (on a panel of course) about purity and marriage. (interesting)
I went shopping and got some incredible deals at GAP OUTLET. (whew, thanks Kara for that 30% extra off.)
I did nothing, and then everything I needed to.
No one needed me or wanted me (Jeff was gone all weekend, by the way)
I can't really think of a better way to have spent my weekend, although I am a wee bit ashamed and embarrassed about my lack of time in the Word. But, alas, I did talk with God...and I know he was with me!
Every mom needs and deserves time to herself like this! I am so thankful that you did get this time--you were so very worn out. (Although I am jealous of the friends that spent time with you...although spending time with me would mean spending time with my kids which would defeat the purpose!)
ReplyDeleteI am going to my annual conference in Chicago in April. I hate to travel, the conference is work, but oh, how I love those four days of hotel room all to myself. I basically do nothing but eat and sleep. Last year, when Jacklyn was still so little (I had just weaned her), I didn't even shop. I just stayed in my room (I even ordered room service!). I felt so lazy, but it was so needed and so wonderful!