Today, I did something just for myself.
The Bear was driving me crazy. His latest escapade was getting through the child-proof lid of a bottle of anti-histamine. Luckily he didn't drink any, but still. I know that ASD kids often have fine motor skill issues, so I've been trying to focus on the positive - ie that his fine motor skills are excellent. But still.
So when his lovely speech therapist rang to cancel due to illness, I was momentarily distraught. I'd been counting on that time to fill our morning. What on earth was I going to do now??
That's when it hit me. Daycare, known to us as Kindy. I made a frantic call to the Director, who fitted him in with no problem. Three hours of Mummy time. I stopped off at the shops and bought a pair of jeans which will have to be returned because I was over-optimistic about the size of my thighs, then came home, played on the computer for a bit, read a magazine and had a cup of tea. I have done some washing, but only because I felt like it.
I feel like a new woman. I feel like I can make it throught the rest of the day. I feel excited that I'll be picking the Bear up in 15 minutes. What do I NOT feel? Guilty. This was my time, and I'm worth it!
Joy with my new garden
3 days ago
Good for you! I love those mini-escapes.
ReplyDeleteThat is awesome! Good for you!!! I need to work on this with myself, I so often feel guilty when I need some me time and I know I shouldn't but get caught in the mommy guilt trap so easily. I am so happy you were able to relax and do what you wanted to do for a bit.
ReplyDeleteYou most certainly are worth it! And good for you for not feeling guilty. My oldest was able to open child proof caps at age 2 - not fun!
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