But you have a BABY.
Seriously, if you haven't noticed yet it is very depleting to ones energy stores.
Walking I get. But power walking? Why not just run for a shorter time?
Angel ,'Time Bomb'
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Laura - Jul 07, 2016 12:09:58 pm PDT #25369 of 30002
Our wings are not tired.
sj - Jul 07, 2016 12:24:55 pm PDT #25370 of 30002
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
I just feel that at this point I should be doing more than the minimum of keeping her fed and clean and safe. She's such a good baby, she deserves better.
Zenkitty - Jul 07, 2016 12:31:56 pm PDT #25371 of 30002
Every now and then, I think I might actually be a little odd.
sj, darling woman, even I, childless, from here, can tell you're doing way more than the minimum of child care. She's got everything she needs and her happiness and how much she's loved shines out of every photo I see of her.
SuziQ - Jul 07, 2016 12:32:38 pm PDT #25372 of 30002
Back tattoos of the mother is that you are absolutely right - Ame
sj - she HAS YOU. She has loving parents who care about her. Who see to her needs. She is a good baby. You are a HUGE part of that.
I know it is draining. I know it is so easy to second guess yourself. But I hate to see you talk down about yourself. The major component of parenting is about keeping the kid fed, clean, and safe. Anything beyond that is bonus.
Laura - Jul 07, 2016 4:23:46 pm PDT #25373 of 30002
Our wings are not tired.
All she needs is to feel safe and loved. You got this. I don't know what else you think you are supposed to be doing, but I do know that all the best Moms I have known all felt like they were inadequate. So did I. I think I am finally over that. I kept them fed, clean, and safe, and they always knew they were loved. I'll declare it a win.
sj - Jul 07, 2016 4:38:39 pm PDT #25374 of 30002
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
I don't know. Read to her more. Hold her more? Hold her less? Is she playing by herself too much? Should I be actively trying to teach her things? Am I watching too much tv around her? Will my depression rub off on her? So much to worry about. I had a good cry earlier and then TCG came home and made dinner (which I also fee guilty about). My allergies are really bothering me, and I have a headache. Maybe I'll actually sleep tonight.
Dana - Jul 07, 2016 4:45:30 pm PDT #25375 of 30002
I'm terrifically busy with my ennui.
sj, the mere fact that you worry about those things shows how good a mother you are.
Laura - Jul 07, 2016 4:46:55 pm PDT #25376 of 30002
Our wings are not tired.
Oh sj, I promise you it would be surprising if you weren't suffering with these thoughts. It is natural, and no fun. You are a wonderful loving mom and your daughter and husband are blessed to have you in their lives.
sj - Jul 08, 2016 4:57:57 am PDT #25377 of 30002
"There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea."
Today is not going well. ltc woke up cranky. A gallon of water launched itself off the counter when no one was in the room and spilled all over the slippery tile floor. It's a high pain day and a bad allergy day. It's probably going to rain, which would mean no farmers market. I really need to shower instead of nap while ltc sleeps, but I'm filled with the don't wannas.
askye - Jul 08, 2016 6:10:51 am PDT #25378 of 30002
Thrive to spite them
Can you take a really quick shower and then nap?
Also you are a great mother.