Mother's- what would you do without them!?

I am not talking about being one. I am talking about needing them! I had 4 kids at my home and 2 on the way. One distraught parent (not me) and one kid with an ear ache! What to do?
Call Mom!
I made an appointment with our Pediatrician, mom came to watch the 4 that didn't need to go and off I went with Fiona in tow. Distraught daddy went to work, Gerji occupied 4 and doctor's appointment met without any hitches.
In the real world, I would have had to take all 6 to the doctor. Probably would have lost my mind and pulled some very bad mom moments while waiting for our appointment. For this, and so many other reasons, I am publicly saying "Thanks Mom!" I always have and always will in some way need my mommy!

Keeping a promise

I made a promise to myself that I would get healthier at 35. Well I am 39 and the promise was never met. I am currently undergoing a "lifestyle" change. I am eating healthier and even went for a 2 mile bike ride with Fiona on the back. For me this is huge! I have been eating a low carb and low sugar "menu" for 1 week now. The scales tell me that I am still not as "healthy" as I need to be. BUT I am down almost 10 pounds. I am certain that this is the wake up call I needed and the change that I had promised myself. I am not wanting to be supermodel thin but I would like to wear the clothes in my closet and be able to play with my children without being extremely winded. I will complete the promise to myself this year.
I owe it to myself to come through with the promise- because if I don't what good is my word.
Fulfill the promises made. Even if it is amid the Chaos!

Mommy Vacations-Highly recommended

I am on the first lone vacation in three years! I am enjoying friends for four days without children and spouses. It seems a bit selfish but I highly recommend it. The laughter is good for the soul. I have called to speak to my children-they are having such a great time with daddy they didn't want to talk to me. I am so very glad that they are not missing mommy!
Sleep, drinks and friends are just what the doctor ordered. My soul needed to clear away the fog and mundane. Yes, all mother's need a moment to recharge. The sunshine, water, and stories bring me back to the real me. Calm, relaxed, and funny. I am so very thankful for the time to become me again. It is an unimeasureable gift-my heart is singing.
Ask for the time even if it is once a year. I wish for you all to have your heart sing and the laughter to be often. Find yourself in a retreat and not be a mother or wife for a small moment. Chaos is the storm but every storm has a clearing.