It's all good.
I love having tea with a three-year-old, read to her while I sip, to keep her sitting. Proud to see the eleven-year-old in her play this morning. Happy to spring the ten-year-old from school for a half-hour lunch date.But I'm thinking, that what I really, really need, one of these days, is to go off on my own, if only for a few hours.
A girl can dream, can't she?
More tomorrow. Thanks for reading.
tt
posted by Tara Thayer at
7:36 AM
6 Comments:
Dear Tara,
I went to a Japanese bath for the day (http://whatwouldleodo.blogspot.com/2009/01/photos-pour-hlne.html). I was quiet for five hours and very much enjoyed my own company. This was right after Christmas and I still feel the better for it. So even if it's all good, I'd say a break can make it even better.
I definitely need a restorative day to myself. I haven't had one in quite a long time--years, really. I keep telling myself that I'll do it soon, but I never do.
alone time...for me it is my studio time (although often it in short bursts) that feeds my soul and keeps me whole. that's why even in the midst of my chaotic life i am making time to keep painting. i hope you find a slice of time to do whatever makes your heart happy today....
time alone is good, but treasure that family time as well. as you saw, adolescence is upon you before you know it! :-)
In my 17 months of motherhood I'm slowly learining to recognize that time for myself is more necessity than luxury and I'm feeling a bit less guilty every time. Wishing you quiet moments doing something you adore.
I just popped over from Julochka's blog . . . I have a couple of daughters of my own (11 and 14), but nothing like your total!
That cookie is so adorable.
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