TammyinTN Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 We moms are always taking care of everyone else...so what did you do good today to take care of you? I walked 5 miles and listened to a new cd and have stuck to my weight watcher points. :D:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnTheBrink Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 So far, I've not killed the dog. I woke up to a huge "intestinal distress" mess and she is still alive, which is good, because had I killed her, I'd have been charged with animal cruelty and sent to jail, which would be bad for my mental health and well-being. So far, that's all I got. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMW Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 The day is just getting going... BUT LAST NIGHT I did something very good for myself! I joined my dh out on the boat to watch the sun set on the delta. I usually don't do that because it takes up a good amount of time... and if you know me, you know that life is about what needs to get done... It was great... cooling off after a very hot day... watching the waves, enjoying the choppy waters and spray off of the boat, watching the sky change colors and get dark... having nothing to be able to do... to just "be". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5knights3maidens Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I took a 30 minute walk this morning. I have not taped my dd to the chair...yet. (Just kidding) :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirty ethel rackham Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I went for a run/walk this morning and am now sipping my green tea with mint. Yum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classical Beginnings OR Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I went to the gym and did my morning workout. Now I am enjoying my quiet time before the rest of the family wakes up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1bassoon Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I read and meditated on James chapter 3 - the last part, about wisdom. Great thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dobela Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I fed the toddler, ate breakfast myself, and took vitamins. I usually only do the first one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
patchfire Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I listened to what *I* wanted to on the way to take ds to day camp - which in this case meant science & politics podcasts. No "Video Killed the Radio Star" for the kids this morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sharon H in IL Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Woke up waaay early and got a jump start on chores. Wait, does that count as being for me? Dunno, but it sure makes me feel good. :D I love hanging the clothes out to dry on a cool morning like we're enjoying the last couple of days. It's magic. Reading Peter Kreeft this morning too, and he says how those beautiful precious moments of joy also bring us sadness, because we want to fully enjoy them, to taste everything about them, but time is a river that pulls us onward toward death, and everything passes away. It gives a melancholy glow to all beauty. Philosophy in the morning . . . I love it. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angela in GA Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I just ran 3 miles. I keep telling myself it's good for me, but it sure doesn't feel it. :p Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ereks mom Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kamom Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Even though I'm battling morning sickness, I went out and picked fresh green beans and beets and did some weeding. They are simmering on the stove, to have some nourishing food for today. A garden is good therapy for morning sickness. I even felt better out there in the fresh air. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kim in Appalachia Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I ran for almost 2 miles, and then walked another mile. It was a very cool morning, only 55 degrees. It was a good run. Now for hitting the rest of my day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I worked in my garden. I was patting myself on the back for planting butterfly bushes and lots of bee-friendly flowers. It was lovely, all the flying and buzzing. I also ate fresh organic snow peas from my garden for breakfast, with a fresh egg from one of my hens, which I scrambled with chives and scallions, also from my garden. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jujsky Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I exercised. I've been doing it every day for 2 weeks now :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prudent Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I'm about to leave for my annual gynecological exam. :ack2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarlaS Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I had a green smoothie for lunch--a big one with watermelon and romaine lettuce. I even convinced myelf it tasted like a root beer float. (It looked like one! :D). Then I released the baby raccoon that was trapped in the garbage can, and cleaned up the mess. :glare: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurad1125 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I sent emails to potential cello teachers - for me. I am also bound and determined to get some practice time in tonight (usually after dinner) My goal is to audition for a regional orchestra next year. :scared: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoggirl Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I exercised and ate a healthy breakfast and lunch. Now, dinner will be a different story. Beef and bean tostados plus that YUMMY white cheese dip from Sam's Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeefreak Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I painted my bedroom and my living room this weekend. Today, I am LOVING the color and organizing everything. My hubby thinks I'm crazy, but when my surroundings are in order and pretty, life is pretty. Oh, and I had a salad and watched "The People's Court.":D Blessings! Dorinda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeindeed Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I exercised and ate right.:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie in IL Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 had my quiet time, ate healthily, scrapbooked, and went for a long walk with ds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Debbie in IL Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Sharon, I'm in El Paso, IL - don't you just love this weather?! Enjoy the rest of your day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
runamuk Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I sent my kids up to the playroom to watch a dvd and I took a nap. I haven't been sleeping well since we moved (there's a huge skylight over our bed and there's enough light coming in at night to keep me from sleeping well) and this is just what I needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mommylawyer Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 My children fell asleep in the car on the way to my oldest's piano lesson, so I listened to my book on CD. I love unexpected Me Time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I took Boy Baby out to snooze on the couch with his dad so there was enough room in my bed for me. Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I had a nice chat with someone I haven't talked to in 2 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 We went on a 4mile hike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 Scrubbed the kitchen counter with my new Lemon Verbena Mrs. Meyer's scrub. Smelled SOOOO good that I just wanted to keep going and going and going. I'm going to crochet right now instead of folding laundry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peela Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I slept in till 6.15 :) and got up and lit candles, put the oil heater on (its winter here), put on essential oils in the burner (orange and peppermint) and sat in quiet for half an hour before every else got up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmyP Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 I played kickball with DH and the kids. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Denisemomof4 Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 WOW, good for you! I had fake nails put on. :001_smile: I cleaned the house to my standards. I did this for dh and my friend coming tomorrow but now that it's back to where it normally is, I feel so good that I feel like I did it for myself. :001_smile: My older daughter waits to hear me walk to the bathroom in the morning so she can come lie in bed with me. I spoke to her a little bit but then told her I was tired. She went downstairs and I rolled over and stayed in bed until I *had* to get up to get to my nail appt. I spent hours on the computer...... just because. :001_smile: It's a start. Boy do I miss walking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I ate an apple, and took a 20 min. nap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NicksMama-Zack's Mama Too Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Just to have some meatballs and LOOK at all the stuff. It's always good to get out with my mom.:):):) K Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcconnellboys Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Scheduled myself into a 5 star hotel when I take my son to the second of two concerts out of state next week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trivium Academy Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I worked out for an hour at the gym and wore my sexy black heels to work and didn't get too upset at myself when I was out of balance (I'm a bank teller) at the end of a very busy day. The out of balance thing is pretty big, I've been in balance every single day since I've started and while it's normal to be occasionally out of balance- I really didn't let it bother me. Of course it doesn't hurt to be over instead of under...and I know where I made the mistake- I transposed some numbers in one transaction. Usually I would have allowed a mistake like that to ruin my mood, my day. Not today though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I took a nap and then spent the rest of the day reading. Not feeling so hot today so it was nice to take it easy after having been so busy lately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I ran 4 miles FOR ME today -- 2mi in the a.m. and 2mi this evening! :thumbup: And, I had everyone get showered, ready for bed, do some quiet reading (as opposed to the kind of reading that is really LOUD :glare:) and had them in bed by 8:30pm -- which is a real treat with DH on travel. And, I wet-swiffered the kitchen floor -- which made me feel so good. :001_smile: And, I was nice to the dog - which I did for the dog and for me! thanks for asking this! good thread! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maria from IN Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 After class today I went to the Student Recreation Center that just opened up on campus--which I have a free membership to while I'm a student and for 2 years after graduation, since I helped pay for its construction--and swam 21 lengths of the pool, and rewarded myself with a 10-minute soak in the hot tub built for 30 while I watched the clouds overhead. Boil me bones!:001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i.love.lucy Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Made root beer floats as a surprise for the whole family and they are happy beyond words. That's good for my soul!:D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frontier Mom Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 Ate all my veggies and fruits a la "Eat to Live." Also, took my three ds's to Raleigh and stayed in a hotel where we went swimming, watched some TV and just enjoyed hanging out. 4-H State Presentations are in the morning. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessdmommy Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I went for a nice walk with the family (dog included) and then had a picnic afterward in the park. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crissy Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I cleaned my house. On the surface it's not something that appears to be for me, but my guys will all be gone from 11am until 10pm tomorrow. Because my work is caught up and my house is clean, I am looking forward to a day to myself without obligations hovering in the background. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prairiegirl Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I have a growth on my inner thigh. I went to the surgeon today to have it cut off. Before he takes it off, though, he told me that he wants to have a biopsy first as the growth looks 'suspicious.' The biopsy will be done in three weeks. If it is benign then we will decide if we need to take the rest of it off. If it is malignant, well, you know what that means. So this is what I did today for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aggie Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I have a growth on my inner thigh. I went to the surgeon today to have it cut off. Before he takes it off, though, he told me that he wants to have a biopsy first as the growth looks 'suspicious.' The biopsy will be done in three weeks. If it is benign then we will decide if we need to take the rest of it off. If it is malignant, well, you know what that means. So this is what I did today for me. Take care of yourself!:grouphug: I had a great workout this am and played on my new iphone. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalanamak Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I ate lunch on my 15 min break and took a NAP on my half-hour lunch. Ahhhh, luxury. And, listened to Vikings lecture by Prof. Harl of the Teaching Company. What a delight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 We moms are always taking care of everyone else...so what did you do good today to take care of you? I walked 5 miles and listened to a new cd and have stuck to my weight watcher points. :D:D I finished reading my latest mystery and just got out of a bubble bath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie in NE Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I went on a long ride on my 4-yr. old mare all by myself. We got lots of work done, and it was great. She behaved beautifully. I love that horse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beebalm Posted July 21, 2009 Share Posted July 21, 2009 I tried to explain to my daughters that mom is a real person with real needs and feelings. I want them to learn that now before THEY are moms. (Then I had a marguarita! Ole!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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