Where do I start? To say that I feel overwhelmed is inaccurate....more like frustrated that I have no time to myself. I wear so many hats, which I enjoy all except for the "cleaning lady" one, but my hats are taking over and my "self" is getting lost. I have been reading about ZooKeeper's biking weekend and am thrilled for her, all while feeling jealous (is that awful?) Granted, I'm not jealous of the 26 mile bike ride, but I am of the time spent with friends, getting away, etc. I just had a friend move back to Houston recently. I'm going to miss her because when we were together, we just clicked...and she knew that a glass of wine at 4pm is sometimes necessary! I have a neighbor that "clicks" with me also, but her child is starting to get into sports, etc. and they are always on the go. We live next door but talk more frequently over email. I could vent to hubby, but guys just don't get it. They don't understand the hat thing. So you, my lucky readers, are getting the brunt. Thanks for listening.
I try to lose myself in magazines, but they just end up being something that the "cleaning lady" has to throw away. I traded in Delta SkyMiles points for Cottage Living, Coastal Living, Elle, Glamour and Entertainment Weekly, thinking surely this would provide me with enjoyment during my free time. What free time? Maybe a little time when the kids are eating or sleeping. And to top it off, I've decided to grow my hair out, so I am constantly having to deal with the mop on top. I've started to perfect the "sunglasses as a headband" look.
I need some time away...ZooKeeper, MadHatter, wanna plan something? Probably wouldn't be able to get away until after the holidays. (Lord help me if I have to wait that long!) My birthday weekend in February is a long weekend with the schools....President's Day holiday. Not sure where, but I'm thinking lots of talking, laughing and wine, with an outing or two thrown in for good measure. Whada'ya think?
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I'll send you an email commiserating in more detail, but I SO know how you feel. When I was at home, I completely lost my identity. We all need to have some time to ourselves (and then not feel guilty about it!). Just know that you aren't the only person out there struggling with all the different hats.
That is exaclty why I am "Mad Hatter"--all of the hats are making me nuts. I would love to try to catch up w/ you guys, let's make it work out. I have no clue about where to start, but lets try a glass of wine somewhere...
You name it, I'm there - bottle of wine in hand. (and hey - my dad's b-day is the same weekend!!) which means I'll get a long weekend too!! YEAH!!!
PS - will all the booby feeding be done or will that have to be factored in?? (and I mean the little girls - not the husbands... ; )
I do plan to nurse her at least that long, but by then it won't be such a big deal--for me or her--to go away for a night or 2...Where would we meet up?? Y'all factor in that I am a total nervous nelly about flying
My aunt and uncle have an awesome lake house on Lake Murray. I'm talkin' 3 stories, not shack with a shower. Maybe that could be our meeting spot? Let me work on it.
hey - that' a good spot! (that is around Coumbia - right??)MadHatter won't have to fly and I could swing by and say hi to dad.
Lake Murray is near Columbia...Their house is right outside of Batesburg-Leesville.
Hi! If you're ever back in the town to see your family or even in the state, let me know...I'd love to catch up again. Even though I don't have the "kids" factor, I'm always an extra pair of ears for you and a little therapeutic wine session would be fantastic. :)
Thanks, Cheryl!
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