Being Honest

A pattern of renewal seems to have taken form in my life. I am rested and rejuvenated on Monday. By Friday I am feeling low and a little loopy crazy. Saturday and Sunday I regain my sanity. The moments that I can be alone are proving to be extremely valuable in my transition into motherhood. I love motherhood; its totally fulfilling, unmatched to anything else. I have alot of love to give, but just like anyone, I need a source for refuel. Mothers need to recharge as well.

Jonas picks up on this energy of mine. By Friday he was fussing what seemed like nonstop. I was near tears, bored and tired. Luckily Jordan was close by and left work an hour early. He took Jonas for a walk and I had some quiet time to eat a meal and be in silence. We went to the Spit, walked and then the three of us laid on the grass under the evening sun and I felt better. Jonas was happy, everyone was happy. It didn't take much to feel better. It's those moments to myself that I need most when I am feeling overwhelmed.

Saturday found us all in bed until 9AM. We picked strawberries, went to the library, out for a couple walks and I even got in a work out! Fathers Day was fun - we spent it in Campbell River. Bought our veggies at the Farmers Market, went climbing and then out for dinner at some funky seafood restaurant in the marina. Didn't even know it existed. Ate crab for the first time in years! The weekend was exactly what we all needed.

Today is Monday and I feel refuelled and ready for the week! I thank Jordan and my huge family for all their love and support and understanding in this new journey into the Mother Zone.