Thursday, December 4 - Weekly breaks from the kids!
Wednesday evenings are my one break from the kids each week. Our church has a program for kids that night. The kids that are too old to participate volunteer as does my husband. It is a time I enjoy each week. I usually make sure we clean the house during the day, because, I don't know about you ladies, but I have a terrible tendency to pick up and clean when I am home alone. You k now how it is, so much easier and quicker by myself. So I make sure we do that during the day so I can feel free to do something for myself. I usually rent a girl movie that my husband won't mind not seeing. I get something to munch on, a glass of wine or a wine cooler, and the movie. I sit myself down on the floor so I can pet our dog (she probably looks forward to these two hour weekly sessions as much or more than I do!) 
and watch my movie. It is a wonderful time!!
I do have to say, with the holidays here, it is harder for me to take the time for myself. Last night I took off to do some errands. Out to purchase wrapping paper for presents, a failed hunt for a Xmas present and some groceries. By the time I got home I had less than 30 minutes to myself, in which I really didn't get much done. It was nice to do some shopping myself, but boy, I really enjoy a movie instead!!
Ladies, it can be so important to have time to ourselves. Let's not forget ourselves, even in this busy holiday time. Our families are better off when we can put ourselves first for just a little while. Yes, I do believe in JOY, Jesus, Others, Yourself, but you do need that time for yourself as well.
Blessings to you all!
Julie
