Lunch with a girlfriend.
Hotel room service.
Isn’t it such a treat when you get to have these little indulgences?
With two little ones, these kinds of personal indulgences are few and far between. These days I truly savor 30 minutes on Pinterest or reading blogs with a cup of coffee and a sweet treat (preferably Pepperidge Farm® Milano® cookies). I find that giving myself these little indulgences in my busy week really get me recharged for the crazy day ahead.
As you know we recently took our ten-year anniversary trip.
It. Was. FABULOUS.
But as with anything, all good things must come to an end, and on the last day I found myself already dreaming of our next trip. Although we made a commitment to not let ten years go by again before our next getaway, I had serious vacation blues when we got home. Vacation blues are real, y’all!
It was so great to get away but having a little space made me realize how demanding two little ones really are. As I was talking to my mom about it, I was reminded of so many other mothers out there that struggle with finding “me” time. Struggle to take that daily shower. Struggle to get dinner on the table, let alone something healthy.
So while I dream of our next true getaway, in the meantime I am committing to myself to allow more daily “getaways”. Enjoy a little daily indulgence.
I find that I am kind of a busy body. I mean, multi-tasking might as well be my middle name. I go go go go go. It is definitely a great feeling at the end of the day when I have accomplished a lot, but I never allow myself a guilt-free few moments to just “be”.
I’d love for you to join me in my new daily mantra-
But First, Coffee.
Allowing myself those ten minutes to just relax and enjoy the nothing. Ten minutes a day to truly stop. No blogging, no texting, no emails.
Just a good old cup of coffee (or water! or whatever), my thoughts and some Dulce de Leche Milano cookies. With a side of ZERO GUILT!
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I'm not able to very often, but sometimes, just going through the Starbucks drive-thru is a big treat!
chambanachik(at)gmail(dot)com
I like to make coffee, grab a good book and just read and relax.
tweet https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/572492984744165376
I take time for myself by going for a nice long walk.
I like to cook. It is a great way for me to relax, listening to music and creating a new dish for my family.
My tweet — https://twitter.com/bbdream34/status/572505999942262784
I like to read a book and enjoy a cup of coffee
elena150980@yahoo.com
https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/572512884367892481
I like to stop and enjoy an iced tea.
mami2jcn at gmail dot com
tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/572513348115415040
I take time for myself by going on nature walks.
kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
tweet
https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/572547069728186369
kellywcu8888ATgmailDOTcom
I Like to take time for myself by going to the local coffee shop and enjoying some fresh coffee and do some writing.
Nicole.ddziedzic at gmail dot com
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lil_lady_dz/status/572552029031153664
Nicole.ddziedzic at gmail dot com
Right now, I "go to bed early" and watch Alias on the iPad.
I make time for myself by getting up early in the morning to work out at the gym. It gives me energy and peace. yarbr012atgmaildotcom
https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/572586448739680256 yarbr012atgmail.com
I like to take my dogs to the park. The fresh air, moderate exercise, people's smiling faces and other cute dogs always make me feel relaxed and happy.
I like to take my dogs to the park. The fresh air, moderate exercise, people's smiling faces and other cute dogs always make me feel relaxed and happy.
https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/572685537670127616
I take time for myself by meditating and doing yoga! This really helps me focus and remain calm during my day!
jewelwood55(at)gmail(dot)com
Tweet entry
https://twitter.com/JewelWood/status/572771114323079170
After my son goes to bed, I take me time by either reading or watching TV!
https://twitter.com/OneFrugalGirl/status/572862966829203456
onefrugalgirl AT gmail DOT com
Reading. I don’t seem to find the time to do it as often as I would like, but there is nothing better than sitting down with a good book and a large glass of water.
onefrugalgirl AT gmail DOT com
I like to go on hikes vandenbossche3@hotmail.com
https://twitter.com/618mom23boys/status/573494442314825729 vandenbossche3@hotmail.com
I relax by taking a nice warm bath, cuddling up under my blanket and watch my shows.
I tweeted https://twitter.com/bdiane35/status/573680038429782017
I take time to myself by running on the treadmill.
Check out @crunchycolletti's Tweet: https://twitter.com/crunchycolletti/status/573894254126215168?s=09
Check out @crunchycolletti's Tweet: https://twitter.com/crunchycolletti/status/573894254126215168?s=09
I take time to myself by running on the treadmill.
Once a week I meet some girlfriends for lunch and great conversation. It's really nice to enjoy each other's company and take some time for ourselves.
Tweet
https://twitter.com/clc408/status/574308068743344128
I take time for myself by practicing yoga.
tcarolinep at gmail dot com
-https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/574426793031024640
I like to take time for myself by enjoying a warm cup of coffee and a book
Nathansmommy619(At)aol(dot)com
https://twitter.com/MomOF2Boysz/status/574963178079023104
Nathansmommy619(At)aol(dot)com
I take time for myself by working in our garden.
madelinebrubaker {at} gmail [dot] com
Tweet link: https://twitter.com/shala_darkstone/status/575628293191376897
madelinebrubaker {at} gmail [dot] com
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a good book and a cup of tea! my morning coffee is too rushed to be relaxing
talyabrea at yahoo dot com
I like taking a walk
dlatany at gmail dot com
https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/577112183353425920
dlatany at gmail dot com
I love to take a walk and just savor the sun.
I like to take the time to read before going to sleep. my own quiet time.
Hlee99 at gmail dot com
I tweeted at
https://twitter.com/leedhowell/status/579831564504330240
Hlee99 at gmail dot com
i take a hot bath and enjoy a glass of wine!
tina19820115@gmail.com
https://twitter.com/HappyTina0115/status/580519730118787075
tina19820115@gmail.com
I enjoy waking early in the morning, before the rest of my family and I enjoy relaxing with a cup of tea or two looking at the sunrise outside. Thanks so much.
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/peg42/status/580794328269885442
Thanks so much.
rickpeggysmith(at)aol(dot)com
I love watching "The Price is Right" and drinking a cup of coffee.
jackieque@comcast.net
I love taking long walks after leaving the office.
jackieque@comcast.net
I take time by relaxing in a sensory deprivation based flotation tank. That and a weekend bottle of Merlot.
I like to read in bed at the end of the day while eating treats.
lazybones344 at gmail dot com
I say no to anything that is not important to me. I give myself the permission to focus on what’s important. Getting the unessential responsibilites off my schedule creates some extra time and space
https://twitter.com/Attea2d/status/580831633483366400
I like to take long hot shower.
austma7@aol.com
One of my favorite ways to focus on myself is to get in touch with nature by going for a walk alongside the riverfront or take a walk on one of my favorite trails.
SeasideMermaid@twc.com
A good book, cup of tea and cookie.
https://twitter.com/chickie717/status/581130899871244288
I take time for myself by going on the treadmill every day and watching mindless tv.
stigay at comcast.net
A long, hot shower.
Eating a milk chocolate Milano cookies with a vanilla latte with whip cream!
tvollowitz at aol dot com
I take time for myself by relaxing in a hot bubble bath with a good book and a glass of wine.
When I take some time to myself, I love to grab some chocolate or yummy cookies and watch a good sci fi movie 🙂 That’s that height of indulgence for me 🙂
anastasia2013@gmail.com
Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/581952432361619457
anastasia2013@gmail.com
I take a moment in the mornings when everyone is still asleep. I brew a special cup of coffee and enjoy some quiet time. Thanks for the chance to win!
wildorchid985 at gmail dot com
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/582521176074915840
I take time for myself at night with a good book, comfortable PJs and usually a cup of hot cocoa and a snack.
prettyinhotpink6 at gmail dot com
Tweet: https://twitter.com/PrettyHotPink6/status/582557056089088001
I enjoy hot baths and chocolate!
I take time out for myself by reading while drinking my coffee every morning!
I love to go for a little run outside. It helps me to center myself and reminds me of how beautiful this life is.
addictedtorodeo at gmail dot com
I like to sit on the couch and think about nothing.
I take time out for myself by making sure I have a daily workout. Taking time to keep fit and healthy makes me feel good.
I take an hour before bed to unwind!
https://twitter.com/rebeccathomasrd/status/583752905133576192
I like sipping on International Coffee with Milano Cookies or biscotti.
thank you
Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/584214340942823424
A good dessert, listening to my favorite music or reading a good book when I want time for myself.
https://twitter.com/disneyfan40/status/584551549050855424
tweety800265(at)yahoo(dot)com
https://twitter.com/smilekisses/status/584602086295371777
I enjoy sitting on my porch swing watching and listening to the wildlife.
I take time for myself by reading a few chapters in a good book and enjoy a cup of coffee with it.
I take time for myself by making some fresh coffee and reading blogs 🙂
I make breakfast and plan daily activities while watching Live with Kelly and Michael.
A moment or two at sunset looking at the ocean help me appreciate and reflect. Then – a bubble bath!
I love taking time to knit!
tweet!
https://twitter.com/prismperfect/status/586302665056989184
I try to meditate every day!
I go to yoga class three times a week and have nightly tea time.
I taek time with hot tea
JOE GERSCH'
JOEBISSY@Mail.com
I make time for myself with a cup of tea, a book and of course some cookies
mummytotwoboys@yahoo.com
tweeted
https://twitter.com/mummytotwoboys1/status/587058795127431171
mummytotwoboys@yahoo.com
By taking a long hot bath.
Tweet: https://twitter.com/Lindiac/status/587395035341041664
I like to go for weekly pedicures and take long baths when the kids are in bed.
pittsy82@hotmail.com
tweeted https://twitter.com/pittsy82/status/588048115514679296
pittsy82@hotmail.com
I like to relax on the couch with my cats, a cup of hot chocolate, and a good tv show or movie!
motioncitycutie(at)aol(dot)com
I take time to myself surfing the internet.
I like to take breaks throughout the day with a cup of coffee!
I take a walk to relax.
MCantu1019 at aol dot com
I have my "me" time after i take my kids to school, I like to go to the park to read the bible
iamdadtastic@gmail.com
tweet https://twitter.com/iamdadtastic/status/591249213498888192
iamdadtastic@gmail.com
I like to sit on my patio in the shade reading my Kindle and drink coffee! (and sometimes have cookies too).
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I posted a tweet too: https://twitter.com/AnnaZed/status/591482301676040195
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I like to get a massage and/or a pedicure
*tweet, tweet*
https://twitter.com/emmycoffee/status/591224631706529792
i tweeted https://twitter.com/thepryfamily2/status/591707909555380225 pryfamily5@gmail.com
for me its by reading a good book or taking a bath pryfamily5@gmail.com
Coffee, cookie and a good book!
I like to fit in a walk every day to take time for myself.
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
Take a nap
I take time for myself by taking long hot showers followed by hot cups of tea.
kport207 at gmail dot com
i take time for myself by relaxing and catching up on my soaps
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
i posted a tweet here:
https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/592170967910076417
debbiebellows (at) gmail (dot) com
I like to sit and watch some SportsCenter once the kids go to bed.
Tweeted:
https://twitter.com/SCDiver00/status/592209617381392384
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/592349513307856896
nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
My favorite way to slow down and take time for me is to read a good book while drinking wine on my deck.
s2s2 at cox dot net
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/592496444910792704
s2s2 at cox dot net
I lay in bed and read.
I relax by soaking in a hot tub and listening to music
https://twitter.com/ardy22/status/592645469593051136
I like to take a long hot bath and read a cozy mystery. It's my favorite way to unwind and take a moment to relax and rejuvenate myself.
eswright18 at gmail dot com
tweeted
https://twitter.com/eswright18/status/592848628147998720
eswright18 at gmail dot com
I like to have a smoke and play computer games. Sometimes I'll read and take a bath/watch a movie. Whatever strikes at the moment. Thanks for the giveaway!
After lunch, I like to make coffee and just read a good book !
My email is redaurelie(at)gmail(dot)com
My tweet https://twitter.com/AurelieRed/status/593030161894899712
My email is redaurelie(at)gmail(dot)com
I like to do some scrapbooking when I want to relax
https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/593113400772861952
I LOVE LISTENING TO A BOOK AND PLAYING CANDY CRUSH
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/593116266526810113
I take time for myself by playing video games or streaming movies and shows on Netflix via the Xbox One.
darkmysticnight(at)hotmail(dot)com
I tweeted the giveaway. https://twitter.com/DarkMysticNight/status/593136178351616000
I relax in the warm swimming pool and reflect on what I'm thankful for.
Thanks for the contest.
slehan at juno dot com
I cant put a price on the alone time I get while driving to and from work. It's a chance to sing along to the radio, drink my coffee, and reflect on all that is good in my life.
https://twitter.com/slehan/status/593232249534881792
slehan at juno dot com
I will take time to myself to take a few minutes and watch TV in bed and relax
wlbellows at gmail dot com
i sent out a tweet: https://twitter.com/electricstar/status/593238682661851136
wlbellows at gmail dot com
A nice long bath with a good book, a cup of coffee and Milano cookies to munch on defines my special time.
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/593323449692590080
I read or soak in a bath! ky-grandma40@yahoo.com
I like to bicycle!
theyyyguy@yahoo.com
I like to go for a long walk or run! Alone!
Tweet: https://twitter.com/coriwestphal/status/593532284470304769
I'm a long distance backpacker, but I can't always go out for weeks at a time. So, when I need to recharges, I take a little hike in the woods and that'll do the trick.
I like to sit out by the waterfront, and say the rosary.
I take time for myself with a cup of coffee or a bubble bath.
https://twitter.com/ThatTuxedoCat/status/593661346811682817
i go for a run to have time for myself
POKERGRL8 at gmail.com
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/593725845325373442
POKERGRL8 at gmail.com
I watch the sun rise with a cup of coffee
I get up extra early – before everyone else – so that I can have some quiet time by myself and my cup of coffee. I adore your new mantra; 'But first, Coffee.'
I try to take time out for me every day. Sometimes it is just viewing my instagram feed and relaxing and enjoying seeing other people's good times and other times it is just lounging in bed with my cats relaxing.
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
I tweeted here: https://twitter.com/MsTofuFairy/status/593786772397502464
Angie
14earth at gmail dot com
I take time for myself by setting on my porch swing and reading a book.
I tweeted; https://twitter.com/lisalmg/status/593797456858484737
I like to read a book to relax.
To take time for myself I go for a walk outside.
rounder9834 @yahoo.com
tweeted
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/593847865769914369
rounder9834 @yahoo.com
I love to call my friends and go out for sushi dinner and then go out for coffee or tea!
https://twitter.com/SeymaShabbir/status/593851644187713536
seyma_bennett@hotmail.com
My hubby built me a wooden swing in the back yard…I love to swing out there and reflect.
shiebs24 at gmail.com
https://twitter.com/shiebs24b/status/593855507527507970
shiebs24 at gmail.com
I take time for myself by going on walks.
I like to go out and take photographs and enjoy the outdoors to relax.
I publicly Tweeted this giveaway: https://twitter.com/versatileer/status/593885207335411712
I try to regularly treat myself to a facial or a pedicure
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KC
kacor7@hotmail.com
my #SweepstakesEntry tweet:
https://twitter.com/thrincor/status/593887473043898368
KC
kacor7@hotmail.com
I like to get out and play with the dogs. It both relaxes me and revs me up so I am ready to face whatever comes my way.
Here is my tweet link: https://twitter.com/dddiva/status/593895295106224128
discriminating_diva at yahoo dot com
I love to read, eat something sweet and enjoy it with a glass of sweet tea
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
tweet https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/593896409755168769
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
Meditation and prayer works for me.
http://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/593925224376180736
tweet- https://twitter.com/groogruxking40/status/593966839782199296
I love to get a pedicure or facial as a treat for me during "my time".
Twitter Entry https://twitter.com/zanderbear/status/593968724299935744
I like to read a book with a cup of tea.
https://twitter.com/usnamom2014/status/593978814390214656
Tweeted.
https://twitter.com/birdiebee52/status/593984300426481664
I like to take a hot shower and sing at the top of my lungs