A few weeks ago, I took some time off work. Thanks to each and every one of you that noticed.
When I say "work", I'm referring to my other job, also known as "blogging". My full-time job called "Mom" has no vacation time, sick leave or overtime pay. And I'm okay with that. I like my job a lot.
However, this particular week, Ed was away on business and I was tired and I wanted to see if I could just take a week off.
I mean, of course I could take a week off but what would it look like?
Would I have heart palpitations every time I passed my turned off computer (a little), would I miss some exciting opportunities (maybe) but would we have the chance to experience things that we otherwise wouldn't? Absolutely!
So, we spent the week planting garlic at Sandi's (although not in a straight line), ate french fries for breakfast, had daily trips to House of Lazarus, Playgroup, Music Class, a visit to the new Salvation Army, the Library, raking leaves at Uncle Erics and I cooked three meals a day (there's a first time for everything). I entered a bunch of giveaways (can't win if you don't enter), read three books (more than I've read in 5 years!) and, I went to bed by 8pm every single night. Every.single.night.
It might not sound like much but for me it was so much more. It was about living in the moment. Not worrying about taking pictures, what my next tweet would be or if I met my word count. It was all about being happy and doing good.
Have Any Good Mottos of Your Own?
Note that this is not my graphic. I found it on Twitter somewhere.
"Everything in moderation" is another one of the mottos I try and follow. That includes "sweating the small stuff" because no one is perfect.
In doing this exercise, I realized the benefits that blogging offers. I missed you guys.
Sounds refreshing! I think I need to do that one day!
It was so refreshing and I highly recommend it. If you having anything pressing the day you take off, just let me know and I can help support.
You are SO kind, Sarah! Thank you so much hon. I might wait to do this in January and I don't think I would take a week, but a day or two will be much needed by then!
You are the bestest, has anyone ever told you that?
Taking the time off made me appreciate blogging more. I really saw how it benefited my life.
As for being the bestest, well, let me say that I am fortunate to have great friends and they are very generous with telling me how much I mean to them. Present company included.
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I'm working on "good things come to those who wait". Apparently "Patience is a Virtue".
Everyone needs a break sometimes. Glad to hear you still love what you do, in both your roles.
Rest is fabulous, especially when it is spent with those most important to you – your family.
My computer crashed the other day and I lost all the windows I had open. In seeing your comment, I remember that I had your latest blog post open and it was usual antics. Thanks for the reminder and always sharing in our daily lives.
You are the best mom ever (french fries for breakfast… genius).
Glad you're back wouldn't be right if I didn't read your musings.
i totally missed you but I do understand the value that is unplugging and I haven't been in the game nearly as long. Can't wait for the next adventures ahead!
I like that one. Whenever it rains I have to remind myself that it's only water and I'll dry. Off to read about cowboys.
Glad you enjoyed your week off! It's great to unplug once in a while!