I am taking a little weekend away to visit one of the moms from Jacob's soccer team. I am making my way for the first time to Utah. Utah?? Funny thing I never really imagined I would ever have any reason to go to Salt Lake City. I thought maybe Moab some day...but not Salt Lake. I am extremely excited for a few reasons. This amazing mom lives in Park City. It sounds (and looks amazing from her FB pics) refreshing! It is cooler there obviously than here and that alone makes it sooooo worth my time! I want to breath some fresh air and take in God's beauty for the few days that I am there. I want to giggle like a high schooler again, only now it included a glass of wine! I want to grow this friendship because I honestly adore her. I want to come back feeling filled and ready to tackle the last few weeks until school starts.
I am reminded as I sit here waiting for my ride to the airport just how lucky I am to have a husband who supports these mini retreats away. I appreciate so much that he knows I need this. He helps keep me sane! I am still a mom however and there is always a small seed of doubt about leaving...about feeling like it is 'ok' to leave my kids. I realized it IS 'ok'...but call it mommy-guilt or whatever. I am always really happy when I go and believe it has a positive purpose in my life as a stay at home mom to a large crew. I have a hard time admitting I have needs and this IS a need, so again, I am thankful for a hubby who gets it, and even pushes me through some of my doubts. My kids will be eating who knows what this weekend, but they will also have an amazing weekend with their Dad. So off I go, ready for a great, restful, refreshing weekend. I can't wait to share it with you when I get back!!
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