Wednesday, April 6, 2011

Spring Break

I think I need spring break.. but I don't need my kids spring break I need a mama spring break. Is there such a thing? Probably not. Things really aren't bad, Eric is working almost normal hours, we are all healthy-ish but I just feel in a rut.

As I sit here with greasy hair pulled back in a pony tail with dark circles under my eyes I just feel frumpy and ugly and worn out.

I am trying to think of fun things to do to survive the kids up-coming spring break but I feel like my creative juice has all been sucked out.

I know if I would just take a little more time for myself, time to do my makeup, time to work out and tone down my mommy pooch it would help. Yes, I do take time for myself-time I waste playing games on my iPad or even reading books (which doesn't feel quite as wasteful) but if I just took that extra time to make myself look a little better by exercising, taking a few minutes to do some makeup and my hair and taking time for my spiritual self-I think it would change everything.

A couple of weeks ago on a Saturday I had a friend's baby shower to attend and I took the time to get ready. When I swung by the grocery store after the shower, I knew I looked good and the swagger in my step showed it. It felt good. It felt good to look my best and to walk with confidence and my head held high.

So it's time, it's time to take care of me again. Time to be that one hot mama that I know I can be.

Wish me luck.

I am linking up with Shell's Pour Your Heart Out meme.
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27 comments:

  1. Welcome to the Garden of EganApril 6, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    That is true! I hope you can get out of the funk and get all sparkly. Sometimes it is overwhelming to do the same stuff day after day.
    Mommy Spring Break does sound like a revolutionary idea.

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  2. KmamaApril 6, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    It's true that looking good can make you feel good. You're worth that extra time!

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  3. RachelApril 6, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    You are so worth it! Maybe the best thing you could do is not turn the iPad on until you've done the things to make you feel good about yourself?

    Easier said than done, but it might help. :)

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  4. VandyJApril 6, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    Take that time--even if it doesn't seem like the time is there--if you make it part of your routine it's not so hard to do.
    When you feel better, everyone around you feels better.

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  5. LourieApril 6, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Okay lady, we need to get together. I like Rachel's idea of not turning on the iPad until you are ready for the day. I guess for me, that would mean not turning my computer on. That's tough! I hope you can get out your rut and be that hot mama you want to be! Love Ya!

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  6. AmyApril 6, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    I have been thinking of making a "Time Out for Mom" linky party. And your post inspires me even more. Good luck getting a little break in for you!

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  7. SaraApril 6, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    You should absolutely take that time for yourself!! I don't have kids and I'm feeling pretty frumpy these days too. Taking time to do my make-up and actually blow dry my hair helps x 1000!!!

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  8. LydiaApril 6, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    I so agree we as moms need to take the time to be real people. It helps us stay on top as a mom and wife. good luck. you need it.

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  9. SaimiApril 6, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Start off by treating yourself to a manicure or pedicure, then go get your hair done..I think mama needs some pampering!!

    Too bad we don't live next to each other, I'd be taking you for a total girls day out..we could have some serious fun!!

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  10. Liz MaysApril 6, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    When you feel good, it really does make a difference in your attitude!

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  11. JenApril 6, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    I am all about being frumpy but sometimes you just have to put in some effort to feel good about yourself again. :)

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  12. AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    You're totally right - there is a huge difference in how we feel when we take some time to care for ourselves! I like to call them self care days! I hope you're able to take some for yourself soon!

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  13. AmyApril 6, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Go for it! I needed this same change too. A week ago I started waking up an hour before the kids and doing a little workout. I even have time for a shower. And I get to do my hair and make up. Sounds silly, but it has made a world of difference in how I feel. It also makes a world of difference in how I parent. I have time in the morning now for my devotional and prayer and boy I just love it. Go for and and enjoy the difference!

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  14. ShellApril 6, 2011 at 12:30 PM

    You go, hot mama!

    I know I feel better when I take care of myself, too. So says the girl who is sitting here in stained sweats and greasy hair. It's been a rough week here.

    I need to remember to make time for myself, too! Great reminder!

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  15. AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I love that you make time to read and take care of yourself.

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  16. Mrs MontoyaApril 6, 2011 at 1:44 PM

    Oh gosh - isn't that so true!!! I hope you can figure out how to make time for it. It does make such a difference to have a spring in your step.

    If you can figure out how to get a Spring Break PLEASE let me know.

    xoxo, K

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  17. Mrs. RApril 6, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    A good reminder to take care of ourselves too!

    I'm also trying to get out of a rut. I usually start out like gangbusters, then quit. This time I'm trying to set more reasonable goals, and take baby steps.

    Good luck to you!

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  18. AnonymousApril 6, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    I think it's important to do whatever it takes to give you that little swagger in your walk! Go hot mama, go! :)

    Stopping by from PYHO

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  19. MaceyApril 6, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Doesn't matter how "good" I look...I always waddle. I wanna swagger!

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  20. CMApril 6, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    I agree, I need a Mama Break too!

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  21. shortmamaApril 6, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I know exactly how you are feeling!

    Minus the exercising part...I have been making a concious effort to do my hair, put on a little makeup and get dressed in real clothes instead of "hanging out in the house" clothes. it has made me feel so much better about myself

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  22. Lisa StoneApril 7, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    I echo these other ladies when I say that I know exactly how you feel! Sometimes I just get dressed up so I can feel pretty for a while!

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  23. JennersApril 7, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    It does make such a difference doesn't it? I hope you get your break. Maybe a visit to a spa is in order!

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  24. mintifreshApril 7, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    Isn't it weird that the greatest job in the whole world can make yo feel so frumpy and low?? I could use a break, too and I am really nervous for my kids' spring break. Luckily, I think mine is shorter than yours ;)

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  25. EmApril 7, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    i am going on a mommy spring break to my mom's house next week. i am terrified to leave my kids.

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  26. Anti-SupermomApril 7, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    Spring break is rough, but maybe that's the perfect time to do something for yourself since you won't have to do all the running around.

    Chin up, in every picture and vlog I've seen of you, you look fabulous!

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  27. SamiApril 11, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    I'm in the same boat! Some days, I don't even get dressed until the kids are almost getting home from school.
    When I get up earlier, shower, dress, and get gussied up, I seem to get more productive stuff done. Like I've dressed to go to a professional job, so I act more professional in my work, or something.
    Sure my "job" is being a mom, but I can treat it more like a profession...

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