It’s 7 AM here, and I’ve been up since 6. I’ve had time to take a long, hot bath, enjoy my coffee and read blogs at my leisure. I’ve seen the sun rise into the sky on this bitterly cold morning. My hair is air-drying, I’ve had breakfast, and pretty much have taken my time doing whatever I want.
E.B. spent the night with my parents. I have to go in to work today, so instead of rushing around to get him awake (which is a huge job in itself), rushing to get him fed, dressed, and to brush his teeth with countless negotiations and stalling, rushing to get out the door and get the car warmed up and both of us to where we need to go in the morning, he is still asleep at his granparent’s house and I am here, taking my own sweet time. It’s so quiet. No rushing.
Although these lazy mornings are heavenly, I miss the craziness just a bit. I haven’t been able to be completely selfish and leisurely in the mornings since he was born. However, on quiet mornings like this, I appreciate motherhood even more. He is my company, my cover-hog in the bed, and the very thing that keeps me going, even when I don’t feel like it. And the craziness of each new morning is worth every bit of it just to spend another day with him.
I can’t wait to get off work.
I love those types of moments when I realize just how good I have it. But it is so nice to get some quiet time for yourself, too!
Wonderful post! The rest is great but when that little person is missing it really goes noticed.
Just stopping by to wish you a happy new year.
Isn't it amazing how motherhood changes you? Even though the breaks are welcomed they tend to come with a hint of regret. A break every now and then is a good thing though. I'm glad you had a little time to yourself today!
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