Why do we only get ONE day??

This blog was originally published on 5-1-2007

Mother's Day is approaching and I get the usual question of "What do you want for Mother's Day?" My answer this year is "A day to myself!" I had a hard time with that as like most moms, the guilt creeps in. This year, the guilt is being left outside the front door. Those of you with family health issues know that it can take its toll on you physically, mentally and spiritually. As the caregiver, we spend our time focusing even more on the person with the health issue. With my husband's health challenge this year, I have decided that I really need a day to myself to do whatever I please. I haven't decided yet, but I might get a massage, have a quiet lunch by myself, read a book, just sit in the sun and maybe even take a nap!!! I need to re-energize and focus on me for the day. I am actually a little giddy thinking about it. I just don't know what I should do as I don't get this opportunity very often. I love my family very much and enjoy spending time with them whenever I get the chance but I also recognize the need to have time to myself and not have to be "mom" or "wife". I am looking forward to a fun and relaxing day to myself and then coming back to my family rejuvenated.
Teresa