This time last week I was footloose and fancy free in Melbourne - drinking champagne with 2 of my oldest friends (also mothers taking badly needed time out), talking, laughing, dancing and then laughing and talking some more. I had my first trip away from my family since my family began and I really needed it - I will be honest and admit that before my time out I had moments (and they were only moments) when I fantasised about leaving and just never coming back. I was stressed and while my kids are probably none the wiser there was a part of me that just didn't have any spark.
This week I returned to 2 children who were so happy to see me and I have felt energised, happy to spend time with my children and, above all, PATIENT. I see all the mishaps and annoyances as part of the rich tapestry of life with young children rather than these things bringing me to my knees. I have been motivated to do things with them just to be with them and enjoy them. My trip wasn't a long one (5 days in total) but it was enough for me to remind myself of who I am. I now know that I have to keep looking after myself in this way - even in the smallest way (solo bike ride, movies or just taking myself off for time to think) by doing this I am a better mother and my family will be happier.
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