I have a confession to make...
Sometimes I need a break.
Sometimes, I am so tired, I need a good strong cup of coffee to function in the morning (erm, afternoon.)
Sometimes, my kids are too wired...too hyped...too silly...And I need to be as far away from them as humanly possible.
Sometimes, I just want 5 minutes peace.
Sometimes I need a break.
So I want to know...What's your idea of a break?
- A bath without incessant knocking at the bathroom door
- A quiet moment, late a night with your spouse and a good movie
- A cup of Starbucks coffee AT Starbucks
- A an hour of blog reading
- A stroll through the grocery store
peace.
and.
quiet.
Photo via Corie Howell
Any quiet time is a break to me. There's always a phone ringing, kids fighting, cell phone buzzing, TV blaring...I just like things quiet. I don't care if everyone's sitting around reading or veggie out to a movie. I just prefer things quiet. That's my big break!
ReplyDeleteI would love to be able to take a shower without having to bring the baby monitor into the bathroom with me. My son *usually* sleeps well, but I swear he knows right when I get my hair all lathered up with shampoo! I've had to jump out of the shower with shampoo in my hair too many times to count!
ReplyDeleteI would love a 20 minute shower without having to worry about jumping out at any given time.
My idea of a break is a nap where I am out like a light or just simple lunch with a friend. I love breaks. I am grateful that my husband is pretty good in providing me with breaks.
ReplyDeleteIf I lived back in the states, I would bend over backwards for a Starbucks iced caramel frap AT Starbucks. Being in GTMO, I would love to be able to bake something without constant whining to be picked up or the music from her Fridge DJ playing as my background music. :) I love it, though, but sometimes need a break, too.
ReplyDeleteI feel refreshed after an hour or so of running errands by myself and nothing is better than a date night.
ReplyDeleteMy break would be just getting time to sit and relax, whether be in front of the computer, couch or in bed.
ReplyDeleteWhen I put both kids down for a nap and then I just plop on the bed for a few minute until my older daughter comes out and says she not tired. Why do they have to grow out of naps :)
ReplyDeleteMy break is the kid's nap time. I get to watch MY shows while blogging, scrapbooking, or just resting. I am very lucky because my kids take 2-3 hour naps (including my 5 year old on short days). It is a great rejuvinator for the rest of the day!!!
ReplyDeleteI love going to a coffee shop with a book. I rarely have time to read without interruptions and I always enjoy coffee.
ReplyDeleteFor me, a break can be any of the following:
ReplyDeleteGood = Not having to hide my chocolate while I'm eating it.
Better = A 10 min. snooze on the couch.
Best = Running errands early Saturday morning - I 4 t imes as much done, spend less, make better decisions and I feel accomplished.
Ladies, I can relate and appreciate all of these. Keep them coming.
ReplyDelete@Little ol' Liz - That happens o me all the time with the chocolate!
I want to say nap, but I never really do it. Coffee, chai, a good book, peace & quiet, scrapping - anything that involves being alone, just for a little bit.
ReplyDeleteWandering through a book store by myself, reading a book at Starbucks, lunch by myself or with a friend (no kids), being in my home without another human being around - these are all breaks that recharge me. Unfortunately, I don't get enough of these!
ReplyDeleteAll of the above- except for the grocery shopping.
ReplyDeleteCome and take a break over at Creative and Curious Kids- I gave you an award today!
Here's the link:
http://raisingcreativeandcuriouskids.blogspot.com/2009/11/inspire-and-encourage-this-is-what.html
Take Care!
Jen
I get my break when I am at work. But I like it when the boys are actively busy and productive and not fighting!
ReplyDeleteI'm with "fiestywon"
ReplyDeleteMy idea of a PURE BLISS (aka a break) is an hour in the bookstore. I browse, I drool, I read, I explore, I sip coffee... I used to try to do this once a week, but it's been awhile. I sure could use a little Barnes and Noble time. :):)
I walk around target on friday nights, by myself while everyone is home with daddy and sometimes i add the fabric store too...
ReplyDeleteI need a break now!! My daughter is at a really trying stage, plus she's sick. ugh. I'm hoping to get away tonight to starbucks to do some writing!! please, Lord... :)
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear I'm not alone!
Last night, it was watching re-runs of The Office uninterrupted :) It was much needed and very nice :)
ReplyDeletePeacefully blogging and catching up on other mama's blogs!
ReplyDeleteI love some time in my stamping studio, with lovely Baroque music playing softly, and NO ONE asking for something to eat or drink!!!! My family will die shortly after I do because they are incapable of feeding themselves. Just sayin.
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