I feel like I’m getting a bit more life back into me now that 2 of the 3 boys are in school. I don’t have to corral them all and have an argument about me wanting to get some fresh air and go for a walk at my speed. I always said that once the 2 oldest are at school I want to pick up running again with the jog stroller (which I’ve never done – only Scott uses that stroller). But my friend warned me to take it easy for a few weeks so I don’t feel super burnt out during the first few weeks of school. So I’ll bust out the jog stroller eventually.
Earlier this week was my first day with a nice long hour walk after I came home from school drop off. The baby was content, singing and waving and we both had one incredible morning.
I also donated 12 bags (of kids toys, my clothes and the boys clothes) to goodwill in the span of 2 days, so that also helps. I waited purposely for them both to be in school to do so, so they wouldn’t be squabbling about what I donated. Hehehehe…
Hey hey! Pretty much posting in real time as you read this. Today’s outfit (Thursday August 28) is right in front of ya. Hanging here with my littlest bestie as the other 2 officially have started school and since the baby still naps, I have about 60-80 minutes depending, to do some of my own things without distractions. So this means MORE BLOG POSTS comin’ at ya. I’m very excited.
Six years ago, I honestly couldn’t fathom how mothers of more than one kid did it let alone SOLO PARENT THREE OF THEM for THREE weeks. Send me into a coma why dontcha. I did panic inside my brain when Scott mentioned the fact he was thinking of going on that said trip.
Let’s get back to me. ha. Like I said, honestly, it wasn’t as hard—or as bad—as I’d imagined. I won’t pretend it was a breeze, but I had some solo-mama-survival ideas up my sleeve. My car became my primary mode of transportation. I usually walk everywhere with the stroller, but preserving my sanity and energy(because it was getting hot in the days) became the priority. So, drives: everywhere. A trip to McDonalds, Pizza My Heart and the boys first time to In-N-Out, perfect supper plans. More movies than I’d care to admit, and blessedly early bedtimes became the norm. I even started to think, “I can do this again!” (Shhh, don’t tell Scott).
The biggest hurdle for me was the complete lack of down time (okay minus the early bed times and having a moment to myself) but as Mama’s know, the instant you try to sneak away during the day time to get 5 mins of peace, or even to pee by yourself without someone hammerin’ on the door looking for ya was…. a bit much.
Anyway pals, I learned that I’m stronger and more capable than I ever imagined. I can totally do that again. I just need to be prepared. Now it’s time for me to think of a plan to get away for a bit. Anyone want a visitor??? :)