As it turns out, I have had a fantastic couple of days. I planned well with lots of activities and a handy babysitter; I just might come out of this sane! So far so good. I just have to tell you about my day. If you are a parent, you will understand my triumph!
My wonderful babysitter showed up at 6:00 a.m. I don't feel guilty about scheduling her early because really, what is she going to say, "I'm busy?". She used to swim on a team that practiced even earlier so she is used to it. AND, she is very eager to earn money so she is game. I had a 20 mile run scheduled today. I did it with my good friend Cathy and then her hubby joined us on bike about half way through. We finished the run and went for coffee and baked goods. I actually got to sit outside at a cafe and enjoy coffee and treats with good people and not feel rushed.
I got home to find my kids cuddled up with the sitter on the couch. She is awesome.
I then decided that we would go to some garage sales. My boys love these things (that is of course why we go). I had a yoga class at 11:30 so we could hit a few prior to yoga. Found some good stuff, dropped the boys off at the child center and enjoyed my solitude with 40 other people for an hour. I took my time in the shower, styled my hair and put on some make-up.
Did I mention that my sitter was to return that afternoon at 4? I scheduled girls' night out! Off to 50th & France with some high school buddies. We engaged in some shopping and a long, relaxing yummy dinner.
Now some would say, "Well, you didn't spend much time with your kids." You are correct. Believe me, in the 6 days that Matt is gone, there will be plenty of that quality time. I make sure hugs and kisses are abundant, play time is utilized and cuddle/story time is o'plenty at bed time. My boys love me so much more when I can have a day like today. And who are we kidding, I love me more too!
5 comments:
Sounds like a fabulous weekend for all!!
my kids always love having a babysitter too!!
You are a great mom, darcy! and you deserve that "me time" for sure!
Glad you enjoyed the weekend!!
Are you kids in school yet??
Make up? You had time for make up? And pastries? Right on! You did it right. Much better to preempt the week of single parenthood with scheduled babysitting than to get to the end of your rope and THEN hire a sitter. Because then you can't even enjoy it, you're too stressed. So be very very proud of yourself. I will be taking a lesson from you on how to prevent meltdowns!!
You're such a riot...
'Meltdown prevention', as kara coined it, is CRITICAL.
You know the drill ;-)
PS- I heard you had groupies in Yoga class on Sunday. You're SO COOL.
Looove it - I am so with you. Doesn't your babysitter love coming so early? Mine does it all the time.... it was a prerequisite since my hubby travels almost every week, just not overseas! How is the marathon training coming? I am in San Fran for my ultra marathon Oct 16-21
just found your site from Mama Sweat.. my husband travels quite a bit adn I LOVE THIS POST! Today was the first day I got a sitter to watch my kids so I could ride! AWESOME choice. I'm so happy today! ;)
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