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Last week, I was off of work two days. One, an unscheduled sick day. The other, a very scheduled, very needed mental health day. (Plus I had to use up my personal day before the end of our year, June 30.)

It was just the break I needed.

First, the kids' stuff:

Mismatch Day at Preschool

Kindergarten Graduation
Beach Party Night at Colin's Speech School
Now for the "ME" stuff:
I gardened
(Is that even a word?)

I prettied up the deck
I went for a run
I ate a healthy lunch.
ALONE.
WITH A BOOK.

I got out my summer clothes
and organized my closet.

I read some more.
I snuck in an AWESOME movie with my husband.

We had popcorn


 When the kids came home from school, I felt refreshed.

It was something I hadn't felt in months.

So glad for some me time before we start on our summer bucket list.

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tolleyrose said…
I'm jealous of your organized closet! Mine is more like "Monica's closet" ;)
May 30, 2012 at 8:58 AM
Unknown said…
Now that's the way to spend your ME days!
May 30, 2012 at 9:01 AM
Emily said…
I still visit all the time, even though I hardly ever comment anymore, but I really giggled at preschool mismatch day. I let my preschooler pick out her own clothes a lot, so almost every day is preschool mismatch day for us. :)
May 30, 2012 at 10:43 AM
Miss Megan said…
Sounds like just what you needed! That breath of fresh air and feeling refreshed is SO necessary! So glad you got some time to yourself =)
May 30, 2012 at 9:47 PM
Quadmama said…
I always feel like I've had a nice break if I can eat lunch and read a book uninterrupted. Good for you!
May 31, 2012 at 10:51 AM
Amber said…
That sounds like a great way to refresh. It's always nice to get some time alone to recharge!
June 1, 2012 at 3:03 PM
Rebecca @ A Beautiful Ruckus said…
I found you through the Multiples and More link up today. :)

I had a "me" day a couple of weeks ago. It was awesome! By the end of the day, I felt more rested than if I had taken a nap. Funny how that works. :) So glad you were able to get one!
June 1, 2012 at 9:37 PM
MandyE (Twin Trials and Triumphs) said…
Stopping by from Multiples and More. :) Sounds like a fantastic day!!! It's great you were able to balance some productivity with some relaxation.

My 3 1/2-year old twins will be starting preschool in the fall (six hours a week in total). While it's bittersweet, I'm looking forward to a bit of "me" time, too!

Hope you have a great summer with your family!
June 2, 2012 at 2:29 PM
Unknown said…
We almost went to see that movie - I'm kind of bummed that we didn't go . . .

I'm glad that you were refreshed. I can't remember the last time I felt that way!

I'm curious, though - what book are you reading? :)
June 5, 2012 at 8:00 PM
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