We had a rough holidays this year. I say rough because we were sick, everyone except little princess. Some nasty cold virus that is going around. But staying home and not traveling was probably a blessing in disguise. I was wearing myself out with a busy schedule. My husband was as well. The kids were probably suffering from a little bit of TV syndrome--that empty look that goes on their faces when the TV comes on.
It was a good thing I got sick. I think I finally realized that I need to start taking time for myself. The kids might go crazy, the house might be messy, it might seem chaotic at times. But I was seriously suffering from lack of TLC for myself. I'm still working on it. I feel that my body is slowly waking up. Hopefully soon, I will be able to get back into a workout routine. My mood is already looking brighter. Even sexually, I've perked up. 2014 might just be a year of change. Just like everything, this decision to take care of myself was a long time coming. I had heard it from my mom, my sister, even good friends. I had also seen other poor souls who I felt needed to take time out for themselves. Finally, I don't feel guilty anymore. For some reason, I felt as if taking time out for myself was neglecting my children. WRONG. Actually taking time for myself is being a good and better mom for my kids. I don't want them to see pictures of me tired and bedraggled all the time. I want them to have a good image of me. I want to be active, fun, engaging. Not simply going through the paces of motherhood. I'm very excited about this realization. Yay me!! Now of course, every day is a small step towards that committment that I've made. I have nothing to lose and everything to gain.
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