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28 August 2009 18 Comments

handsI heard something on TV the other day. At first, I thought was a jab at marriage.  I even laughed at it. (I would never poke fun at marriage.) But now 3 days into my “time off”,  I see it an entirely different way.

When you’re dating someone, time together makes for a better relationship. When you’re married, time apart makes for a better relationship.

Nothing could feel more true for me tonight. Not even just because it is good for the marriage. It’s good for your mother/child relationship, too

It’s  Friday night.  I have no work tomorrow and I can really do an entire day EXACTLY the way I want to.  I drove home from work today with my Ipod on…and I was singing. Something I have not done in months.  I came home and crashed on the sofa for awhile.  Something I have not done in years. I ordered an awesome dinner to be delivered. Had my favorite ice cream for dessert.  And I’m watching “What Not to Wear”.  Could not be a more relaxing night.

It’s all great and wonderful and no spa could beat it. However…….

I heard my son’s voice on the phone tonight. He’s at the age where he still got that little boy/baby voice. He told me about his day. His 6 jumbo shrimp with pasta for dinner.  His every activity and conversation. How he sleeps with Gizzy’s (our dog) picture under his pillow.  And how  the fish he hooked today was the biggest one he ever “caughted”. I can’t wait to smother him with kisses and hugs.

Two days to go…..

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  • August 28 2009 at 11:30 PM Helene said:

    Okay, that is MY idea of heaven on earth! I feel bad for admitting that but what I would’ve give to have a couple days at home all by myself!! I do think time away from the kids and the spouse is a good thing to do. It refreshes you and makes you miss them, which just makes you appreciate them that much more!

    Do me a favor???? Sleep an extra hour for me and make sure to eat an extra scoop of ice cream for me too!!!
    .-= Helene´s last blog ..There is a recurring theme around here and I don’t think I like it…. =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 12:15 PM

    I’ll eat that Ice Cream tonight for you and sleep in the extra hour tomorrow! Anything for a friend!

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  • August 29 2009 at 7:13 AM Mom of Three
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    Oh they just melt your heart when they’re not making you grey with anxiety of some kind or another. :-)

    Here’s to more melting and less grey!
    .-= Mom of Three´s last blog ..Time to laugh =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    Cheers!!

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  • August 29 2009 at 12:20 PM beth aka confusedhomemaker
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    I do think there is the need for time apart is a gift, it reminds us of ourselves & how much we love our family.
    .-= beth aka confusedhomemaker´s last blog ..Not My First Baby Rodeo =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    amen!

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  • August 29 2009 at 1:00 PM Sharon said:

    Your day sounds like heaven on earth! How I crave days (MOMENTS) like that! Enjoy it while you can!
    .-= Sharon´s last blog ..Sea Glass….Bugs! =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 3:16 PM

    Thank you Sharon! (typed from my sofa)

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  • August 29 2009 at 4:40 PM Lauren
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    Alone time was a necessity when my son was a baby.

    Now he’s twenty and the roles have reversed. He needs alone time from me. :)
    .-= Lauren´s last blog ..If Only There Was a Lost and Found for Brains =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 9:24 PM

    Life just keeps on changing! I know at some point I’ll be bummed about the time he wants away from me.

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  • August 29 2009 at 8:05 PM blueviolet said:

    You’ll be more than ready when the little break is over but I sure am glad you’re taking advantage of your alone time!
    .-= blueviolet´s last blog ..Hollah for some WAT-AAH! – Review and Giveaway =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : August 29th, 2009 at 9:25 PM

    Thanks Blueviolet! I’m having a one person party here. Enjoying my last night of peace and quiet…and full control of the remote.

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  • August 29 2009 at 9:22 PM Lindsey@A Kindred Spirit's Thoughts said:

    My daughter is only 15 months, but I’ve already discovered that if I don’t get some alone time once in awhile I’m not real fun to live with, lol. So it’s not only for yourself but for the rest of your family’s sanity as well! :-)
    .-= Lindsey@A Kindred Spirit’s Thoughts´s last blog ..From the Heart (a mom’s thoughts on loneliness, contentment, and surrender) =-.

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  • August 29 2009 at 9:44 PM Julie@JulieChats
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    Laying on the couch, ordering takeout & watching what I want on TV…sounds like a dream!

    Happy VGNO!
    .-= Julie@JulieChats´s last blog ..Layout of the Week – Gymnastics =-.

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  • August 29 2009 at 10:53 PM Lindsey@A Kindred Spirit's Thoughts said:

    Forgot to say Happy SITs Saturday Sharefest! :-)
    .-= Lindsey@A Kindred Spirit’s Thoughts´s last blog ..Attention all creative mommies and those who want to be creative! =-.

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  • September 2 2009 at 11:28 PM magda said:

    Aha, I finally scrolled down far enough past your bazillion comments to the space for my own personal comment.

    Well said.
    I long for some space.
    I want an opportunity to miss everyone for a while.
    .-= magda´s last blog ..Raising Intellectual Giants =-.

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    Nancy
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    Replied on : September 3rd, 2009 at 12:50 PM

    I hope you are able to get some soon!

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  • September 4 2009 at 11:22 PM Sharon said:

    “Typed from my sofa….” Love it! (As long as it’s not “typed from my sofa while my kids are climbing all over me…..) ;) Have a great weekend!
    .-= Sharon´s last blog ..I’m a Winner! =-.

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