I remember when I worked in the daycare & parents would bring their kids in & they would either tell me, or I could tell from their clothing they did not have to work that day. I would always think to myself "why don't you want to spend it with your child?" Now as a mother I get it, I love my son dearly & on my days off I typically am with him having fun (or arguing about nap time), BUT every mother needs a day to herself. Now let me just clarify a day to myself: A dream day would be shopping, pedicure, massage, a movie, & lunch at one of my favorite restaurants. A reality day is being able to watch some of my shows, pick up the house without someone behind me destroying it, & actually be able to fix a good dinner for my family, & maybe a special dessert. Trust me I have yet to have a dream day, the few days that I have had are reality days....let's be realistic people. Anyway, I used to feel very guilty if I ever took a day without my son & actually stayed at home, but I know that a day of peace for me is more peace for my son & husband because I am a happier momma!
So for any momma's who feel guilty for doing something they enjoy.....DON'T!! I believe that motherhood is the hardest job on the planet & it doesn't come with an instruction manual, so for every ones sanity treat yourself to a day off of mommy/wife/employee duties & enjoy life. Trust me your family will thank you.
Until next time....
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