I woke up yesterday morning and thought to myself, “self, what should you do today once the boys are at school?” I could go workout….Wednesday is a workout day….or I could try to get Austin into the vet for his second round of shots. There are a few groceries we need, not to mention the house that is in desperate need of a cleaning. Desperate need.
I then made a decision in my mind. I declared yesterday Megan Day. I put on real clothes to take the kids to school and even a touch of make-up. After the drop off, I went to Payless. That was sort of a necessary errand since I needed shoes for the play, but it still ended up being really fun when I found a for real cute pair of shoes that I can wear in the play and in real life. After that little foray, my stomach growled. My stomach is always growling it seems. Oh, I had already eaten yesterday morning-a bowl of cereal, an apple, and an egg, to be exact. But I could not ignore my little grain of rice that was begging for food. So I made a stop at Chick-Fil-A and treated myself to a chicken biscuit. Yum.
Then it was pedicure time. I now have glorious Christmas red toes and I love it! After that, I decided Megan Day was over. I had spent enough money and felt sufficiently spoiled. So I headed home.
An amazing thing happened. I started laundry. Vacuumed. Picked up toys. I picked up Justin from school so he could come play with C and L. Picked up the boys. Stopped at Sonic and treated everyone to cherry limeades. I cleaned my kitchen. De-cluttered some major clutter areas. Finally finished decorating the inside for Christmas. I started dinner…a real dinner. Cajun pan seared tilapia fillets served with an herb cheese sauce, angel hair pasta, and corn.
I did more yesterday than I have done in weeks. And I treated myself more than I have in months. It was a good reminder that sometimes mama needs to treat herself, and the entire family will benefit from that. If mama ain’t happy, ain’t nobody happy. That’s the truth!
SO true!! I’m glad you had such a great & productive day! I’m in major need of a day like that!
I love that you declared yesterday Megday – that is important! I love that picture that comes up when you comment- so cute!! Did you take it yesterday in all your glory!??
Hey girl! What is your home address and email address? I am updating all my info and realized I don’t have any of yorus!
Amen! You deserve a day! And good luck with the play. I hope Derek takes a picture of you on stage, so we can pretend we got to see in action. You’re an actress – that’s so exciting!
good for you meg! i’m so proud of you for taking care of yourself and your family!
So does this mean you’re out of the 1st tri energy slump?!? My dr just started me on an iron supplement (since this is my 3rd pg in the past 2 years)…so I’m hoping that’ll up my energy and I’ll be able to clean my house like you!!
that is fantastic! Don’t you love it when you have a “perfect day” like that? Rock on Girl!
good for you! I think I’m ready for “Jessica Day”. awesome you got yourself a bit pampered & what a blessing to be able to do so much for your family too.
That’s awesome Megan! Good for you girlie! You’re right, treating yourself can be an advantage for the whole family!!! I’m thinking I might need to have my DH read your post. wink,wink!