My shift at work is known as a 9 X 80. I work four 9's, an 8, then four 9's and I get Friday off. When my kids are in school, it is a day that I can look forward to. Because I am alone. There is no noise. I can parade around the house in nothing but a pair of crotchless panties on my head if I desire (personally, I prefer Hanes, but that's for a different post).
In the summer? I lose that freedom. Yes, I could easily drop them off at my wonderful neighbor who takes care of them during the day, but I'm thinking that would look bad. Besides, have you ever looked at my children when they have puppy dog eyes? They have it down to a fine art.
This past Friday was not different, albeit we had another little friend with us. Meelie No and Miss M are fairly inseparable. It seemed a good idea. At the time.
Friday was spent at the aquactic park, complete with sun, food that screams "cardiac arrest", and of course, lots of water. When we came home, they decided they wanted to play with the hose. I mean, they of course did not have enough sunshine or water that day. They needed more.
Today we went to see Shark Boy and Lava Girl. I'd say the movie is seriously geared towards kids. I did enjoy the 3D effects. Plus I now have a pair of really cool glasses. What more could a mom ask for?
OWW was busy disassembling a recently purchased "Mosquito Deleto" because it had stopped functioning. He took it back today to get a replacement.
He then took Meelie No to the skating rink, and Chickie is off with her friends at another house. Later on, Chickie will be going to a slumber party. I'll be down to one kid. Well, two but OWW isn't prone to tantrums and dramatic behavior.
In spite of myself, I find that I really enjoyed the time with the girls. I didn't mention everything we did, just the hi-lites.
So those Fridays I lost for the summer? They just got better.
In fact, every day is better. I'm going to be alright.
Comments
Sounds like Summer time is fun time...
Posted by: Gopher at June 18, 2005 06:35 PM
AmsoAmsoAmo!
Waaahhhhhhhhhhhhh!
There, I feel all better....
Posted by: OWW at June 19, 2005 12:13 AM
I work part-time and have some days off. I am like you: I find myself trying to gather the courage to ask the babysitter to come when I am home! But I always end up glad that I spent the time with my kids :-)
Beautiful post!
Posted by: Heather at June 19, 2005 06:09 PM
This speaks to millions of moms out there. I am glad you and your girls had a good time. Summer is great isn't it?
Posted by: Melonie at June 20, 2005 09:23 AM