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Surviving parenthood: Taking some "you" timeDo you take time away from your kids? This is a question I often times balk at answering, do I spend time away from my children? Of course the answer is yes; However some people tend to think that a mother isn't doing her best, for spending some "me" time. Firstly let me clarify my stand on this situation; I believe that it is important for a mother to get some alone time in. It not only allows the mother some much needed relaxation time, but it gets the children away from the same, monotonous grind of their day to day life. It is equally important for the mother to still have her own identity, as an adult and not just as a mother. I myself am a gothic girl to my core, but unfortunately often times loose my ‘look’ during the every day grind of motherhood. However, taking a little time to myself, enables me to express myself through my fashion; without it becoming overly sloppy or rushed. My husband and I spent months, trying to figure out the right way for us to both get a little relaxation in every week. Fortunately, that was a fairly easy accomplishment.
We had decided that Saturday evenings would be my "alone" time, when he would take our beautiful daughter to his parents. This of course killed two birds with one stone, it not only allowed me to have my night off; but allowed him to see his parents, and our daughter spend time with her grandparents. While Saturday is my evening, we decided that Sunday was his; after work I would assume my motherly duties of taking care of the girl. This would provide him with a little time, to spend doing hobbies or visiting his friends. It is however, generally the latter of the two; with him spending time playing a good ol' game of D&D. Now for the hard part, what do I do? Unfortunately, every week varies dependant on my work schedule at this time. The latest shift bid at work, isn't very conducive to either of us obtaining our much needed time off. However, when I am able to get a little voluntary time off; I generally start the night off by checking my scheduling for tattoo work. If any clientele are available, I will spend the rest of the night tattooing until my heart is content. However, if that is not possible I generally finish up the weekly shopping, allowing me to think through the grocery obtaining process. Which, as we all know is a pleasure in and of itself. This of course, is usually followed by a microwave dinner and a movie I have been dying to see. If you aren't taking a little time to relax, at very least on a monthly basis; I would suggest doing so. It not only allows you to regain your composure, especially for a stay at home mother. But, allows you to catch up on all of the things you may have been missing IE: your friends, a movie rated over a G, or reading a novel you just haven't been able to pick up. I also believe that it is essential, for a child to spend some time away from their parents. Whether they are with family, or a day care provider it allows them to form strong bonds; outside the main family unit. This allows children to explore the world, much further than your living room or daily routines. Related information topics:From Cutesy to Dressy: Dressing baby for all occasion |
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