International Be Kind to Yourself Month
It’s here! It’s here! Are we all ready for this? If you have no idea what I’m talking about, you might want to read this.
I for one got an early start yesterday as I accomplished number 8 on my list - going on a shopping expedition on my own. It’s amazing what you can do in a couple of hours at the mall without children. I only bought a pair of shoes, but that was enough.
Today is a busy day since my mother-in-law is coming tomorrow night. In fact, it might be tough to pencil in any time for the next few days. So I’ll pick something easy - I want to sit down and do a drawing tonight. I can do that in less than half an hour after the kids go to bed.
What are you going to do for yourself today?
April 1st, 2008 at 10:49 am
Oooo, I’d forgotten about this.
thanks for the reminder and well done for accomplishing number 8 on your list. Did you manage to get some girly shoes?
Let me think; it’s a lovely sunny day and dd has a friend to play, so perhaps I’ll go right now and sit in the garden for half an hour and listen to the birds………..
Mmmmmm, it will be great to get outside, so thank you Melissa for the kick up my derriere!
Have fun with your mother in law and remember to slip off for some Melissa time every now and again…………..
Mrs G x
April 1st, 2008 at 1:06 pm
Mrs Green! Glad to be of service ma’am, and good to hear you’re doing something nice for yourself.
Last night I got some flip-flops (thongs, slippers), but they were plaid and I purposely chose a pair with a bit of pink .
I love the idea of sitting in a garden with the birds, sadly it’s a miserable day here so that will have to wait. (BUT my spring bulbs are up and the crocuses are actually in bloom. ) I do have some fruity tea and my book to read a few quick pages between chores.
All the best, and hope your day is wonderful!
Melissa
April 2nd, 2008 at 2:36 am
Hey
How did your drawing go; did you make time for it?
I went outside to sit down, but ended up cleaning the car. I didn’t mind; it was my choice and I actually enjoyed it - sad eh?
I hope your MIL arrives safely and you have some good times with her. I’m figuring out what to do for myself today; there is no sun
I’m designing some cards, so I think I’ll prioritise some time to do some of those today. It’s great to get lost in a creative space……..
Have a great day,
Mrs G x
April 2nd, 2008 at 10:07 am
I sat in the allotment with the wind blowing my stuff around and spent over half an hour making little cards! It was wonderful. A robin came and sat next to me, grubbing about and singing his little heart out. There was a stream behind me and the gentle sound of water, so I had a great time. Cold, but invigorating!
This is a great challenge; it’s so easy to get lost being ‘Mum’ that we forget to make time for ourselves.
No need to respond; I expect you are busy preparing for your visit.
Love,
Mrs G x
April 2nd, 2008 at 11:45 am
Mrs. Green,
Actually it’s a beautiful sunny day here - cold though.
Wow, I would sure love to be where you are, it sounds beautiful! with or without the sun.
I’m glad you’re taking the challenge with me Mrs. Green! It’s harder than it seems isn’t it?!? But nothing worthwhile comes very easily does it?
I did not make time to draw yesterday - it just flew by. Sadly my husband has been working overtime every day for nearly three weeks, so all the post baby projects and cleaning for MIL have been on hold. I did though sit down quietly after my oldest son was in bed with a cup of tea and maybe yesterday that was just enough.
As for today, I need to pencil in some time because I’ve been so busy. So when my husband gets home, regardless of what’s left to do, I’m going to the coffee shop for an hour.
Well, back to work here. Have a wonderful day!
Melissa
April 4th, 2008 at 3:07 am
Morning!
I hope you got to the coffee shop. Yesterday my be kind to myself thing was a strange one, because it involved sorting and emptying my inbox. It sounds a crazy thing, but it’s something that brings me peace one it is done, so the effort was worth it. It’s a bit like a spring clean I suppose - the reward is worth the effort……………..
Today I’ve made a date to call a dear friend of mine. She always uplifts me and gets me back on track, so a girly chat at 10am is what I’m looking forward to for myself today. I only get to talk to her about once every 3 weeks, so this is something I greatly look forward to.
Have a wonderful day,
Mrs G x
April 4th, 2008 at 9:50 am
Mrs. Green!
So nice to hear from you. I did make it to the coffee shop, it was wonderful. Today my plan is to enjoy some of my novel which I’m almost done. My inlaws took the oldest out to lunch and a moive, so I have a bit of time to myself. I’m going to make good use of it.
Cheers and have a great day!
Melissa
April 4th, 2008 at 3:50 pm
Your day sounds wonderful - time to yourself and a good book.
I decided against the call with my friend. Actually, i felt really depressed this morning and I didn’t want to talk to anyone. So I took that hour and spent it on my own meditating, making my bedroom look pretty and just enjoying the space. It did me a lot of good.
This afternoon I sat outside for half an hour in the sun - it was really hot!
I’m not sure what I will do tomorrow; I think I might mix up some essential oils and create something lovely to massage my shoulders with
Sweet dreams,
Mrs g x
April 7th, 2008 at 6:10 am
Well, after a hellish weekend, I’m ready to get back on tracking with loving myself.
Today it will be something simple as I feel exhausted. I think it will involve putting as much time and love into my own meal preparations as I do for everyone else. I tend to really nurture my family but not take good care of myself.
Off to the kitchen I go………..
I hope you had a wonderful weekend,
Mrs G x
April 8th, 2008 at 7:00 am
Hiya
I’m lacking motivation today. I should be tidying up, but I’m frittering the time on the computer instead. Actually, I think I’m in self sabotage mode.
I thought I’d come here for a little inspiration and then I’d better crack on. I’ve had a bath today with some of my favourite oils - rose, bergamot and lavender. Maybe I put too much in and have zonked myself out!
I hope you’re having a great month and are remembering to be kind to yourself too.
Love and light,
Mrs G x
April 8th, 2008 at 8:26 am
Hello Mrs. Green!
I hope you’ve treated yourself nicely to help you through it.
It sounds as though you’ve had a difficult few days, I’m sorry to hear that!
On my part, I’ve not had as much time as I’ve hoped. I did go to a couple of movies sans children, courtesy of my mother-in-law (bless her!). I count that as me time because my husband and I get so precious little time together lately and time alone is a hot commodity!
Tonight I’m going to write. I have an idea for a short story, I’m going to flesh it out a bit.
Have a wonderful day! Cheers!
April 11th, 2008 at 1:31 am
How did the story writing go?
My be kind to me moments have consisted of baths lately. My favourite essential oils and a bit of solitude………..
Mrs G x
April 11th, 2008 at 4:43 pm
Mrs. Green,
You know? I haven’t had a chance to get to the story writing yet. You could say I’ve given it thought but haven’t had time to put pen to paper yet. I’m really sad about that, but it’s simply been too difficult with all the overtime my husband has been working.
I still have been doing my challenge though. Bubble baths and lots of ‘em- sometimes the best things in life are free. I also saw a class I’m going to sign up for on aromatherapy and essential oils.
Turns out trying to find the time every day is harder than it seems…
April 14th, 2008 at 2:31 pm
At least you are gaining awareness of yourself and your life; and, most importantly, the way your manage your time. it’s not always about ‘results’, but gaining of self knowledge.
I think just seeing a course that you are going to sign up for is a great move - it sounds perfect too and a wonderful way to relax and pamper yourself (and perhaps a qualification to bring in a bit of money in the future ;))
The book writing will come when the time is right - you amaze me that you are doing this much. When my daughter was the age of your babe, I was doing nothing but feed us both……..
Love,
Mrs G x
April 14th, 2008 at 3:45 pm
Hi Mrs. Green
Hope all is well with you! Over here, I’m enjoying watching my youngest discover first his hands and now his tongue. And my oldest, I marvel every day at his sense of imagination and wonder in the world. Most days that’s just enough for me, but then there’s a sense of wanting some personal accomplishments. I did write the outline for my story and I’m happy to work on that every now and again.
This second time around seems a lot easier than with my first son. Lucas is so happy and laid back. You’re right that things will come when the time is right for them. Pacing oneself can be the biggest challenge of them all.
April 17th, 2008 at 10:02 am
Hiya
We’;ve had a couple of gorgeous days here - and we;ve actually done some work in the garden - yay! Hopefully we will be having a bonfire tonight, although it’s threatening to rain.
I really hear you with being happy to be a part of your kids lives right now. I think my dd was 3 1/2 before I realised it was time to rediscover myself. For those three and a half years I was just so happy to have my days marvelling at her - as you have said.
Well done on the story outline; from little acorns might oaks grow and all that………
Big love,
Mrs G x