Catching my breath......

The kids are with their dad this weekend.....it has been a whirlwind.......I tried to get them to bed a little earlier last night so they could get some rest before their next adventure......as for me when they leave today, I think I may not do too much of too much......I normally try to plan a bunch of great things in this space......as it has become a gift in my life.....I often feel for other moms......ones that don't get some respite.....I know I didn't for so many years....and it does make a difference.....it has gone from something that was so challenging for me, to something that I have made peace with and do my best to enjoy.....but this weekend it will be nice to just be.......after all the activity of the last week......wasn't able to meditate this week either, and will most definitely spend some time doing that......I missed it again.......as I have said before the effects are not as noticeable in the day to day, but when you go without, you see the impact it has in your day to day.......I planned on challenging myself to go out tonight......meet new people etc.......but that can wait for another time......I am in need of a quieter sorta vibe this weekend. I have learned to honor my boundaries, and listen to my body and do what is best for it........going to get a good workout in.....I missed that too.....I brought my weights on vacation and exercised when I could, but it is not the same as in your own space, doing your own thing......so I am eager to get back to it......it was one of the first things I did when I got home yesterday:)......I still marvel at the space that exercise has found in my life.....the importance that it holds in my life......no matter what......once that habit cements in......it is cemented indeed.......I also marvel at the weekends when the kids are away at my ability to not worry......I just let go and trust and allow myself to not be consumed by their absence and what they are doing.....and among the many things that I have been grateful for during this time in my life, that ranks way up there......it would be torture if they were gone and I could not relax.......the peace that passes all understanding is a gift indeed......so this weekend is about recharging my batteries some.....have some plans during the upcoming week and for the remainder of the summer as it zooms by......going to savor the treasures that August has to offer, before schools starts! Working on my women's series, and my mindset surrounding the beginning of school due to last year's challenges! I am working hard to create a narrative that allows for me to thrive under whatever challenges that come my way! Looking toward blessings and gratitude every step.....that is half the battle indeed! Enjoy the weekend everybody, hope it is a great one:)