tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post2000682321772716266..comments2024-03-28T08:54:28.654+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: GIVING THE GIFT OF "ME TIME"Leannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-91373657533058783742019-07-17T13:10:47.182+08:002019-07-17T13:10:47.182+08:00Thanks Sue and Leanne. How very interesting to see...Thanks Sue and Leanne. How very interesting to see how different ladies would like to spend some 'me time.' It probably would be good to have this as a wider survey.<br />We will love to feature this post in the next Blogger's Pit Stop.<br />KathleenKathleenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16559092855185240910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-46552823507967610382019-07-13T07:59:50.978+08:002019-07-13T07:59:50.978+08:00I totally agree with Erin. As women we have such a...I totally agree with Erin. As women we have such a hard time with me time. I love her scale analogyDr. Elise Hohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12714767350556529080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-27781266161435835582019-07-12T22:50:35.159+08:002019-07-12T22:50:35.159+08:00I hope these young women do give themselves the gi...I hope these young women do give themselves the gift of "me time." I wish I had understood it better when I was younger, it would have saved me from a lot of stress and overwork. It is never too late though, and now I prioritize time to myself. Michelehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16638777178568450491noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-69742668332509729972019-07-12T10:10:40.677+08:002019-07-12T10:10:40.677+08:00I wish I'd had some Me Time when I was younger...I wish I'd had some Me Time when I was younger too Min - there just wasn't even the concept of it back then - it would have been thought of as absolutely selfish to go off and have my nails done while someone looked after the kids. It's different now and I think it's such a blessing to be able to give a young mum a break and a bit of headspace for a few hours - and it's bonus grandparent time (something you're going to love when your time comes!)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-16466260009446200542019-07-12T10:08:29.953+08:002019-07-12T10:08:29.953+08:00The gift of grandparent time pays back twofold doe...The gift of grandparent time pays back twofold doesn't it Christine? We give the parents some space, the kids some variety - and we get to have that precious time with them. I love it when our grandgirls visit - their parents get a breather for a few days and we get saturated with kiddie stuff before waving goodbye and taking a well earned break until the next time!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-58223798281187739832019-07-12T10:06:38.474+08:002019-07-12T10:06:38.474+08:00I don't think I had any "Me Time" at...I don't think I had any "Me Time" at all when I was a young parent Jo - an occasional visit to the hairdresser and that was it. I was so busy keeping the home fires burning and the wolf away from the door, that I completely forgot about myself in the process. I would have loved to have had a gift of Me Time now and then (though I probably wouldn't have known what to do with it!)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-8648825456568756082019-07-12T10:05:00.149+08:002019-07-12T10:05:00.149+08:00I've never had a cleaner (or iron-er) Denyse b...I've never had a cleaner (or iron-er) Denyse but I do have a very helpful husband who has always pulled his weight around the house. Working, kids, outside commitments, household chores, cooking (and very little family support) I wonder how we did it back in our day!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-84002548738257864672019-07-12T10:03:38.020+08:002019-07-12T10:03:38.020+08:00I know exactly what you mean! I felt the same way ...I know exactly what you mean! I felt the same way - work, kids, commitments, work, kids.... ad infinitum. I love the time I have now for myself and I'm happy to give a bit of that to my own kids when they need it (because I have a lot more of it to spare these days!)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-88300855395323568132019-07-12T10:02:19.146+08:002019-07-12T10:02:19.146+08:00My son and DIL enjoy their visits down to us too S...My son and DIL enjoy their visits down to us too Sam - for exactly the same reasons - they get to chill out while we do the "kid stuff" and they often take some time to go off and spend a few childless hours together - something that's so valuable to young parents.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-88904303737533354062019-07-12T10:00:59.409+08:002019-07-12T10:00:59.409+08:00I'm pretty useless in the mornings these days,...I'm pretty useless in the mornings these days, but I can certainly relate to those who grab that precious hour or so to have some time to themselves!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-24415506120284508772019-07-11T13:05:49.298+08:002019-07-11T13:05:49.298+08:00What a great idea to hear from a variety of women ...What a great idea to hear from a variety of women on what they would do with the gift of me time. Thanks Leanne and Sue! I can relate to much of what they have said. I remember the days when I was working full time, running around after three kids, running a home, trying to keep fit, cook healthy meals, be involved in the schools, and so on. I had zero me time really and I suffered for it. Though life is not as busy now, I tend to make it busy and still need to be mindful of having some down time/me time. I like to get my hair done every 7 weeks. I love a spa pedicure and manicure. I like a massage now and then. I love to meet up with friends for brekky or lunch. I also like to just stop everything and go read a book or crochet. When my kids have kids, I'd love to gift them some 'me time' during those busy days. #TeamLovinLife Min - Write of the Middlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11880899126465316282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-71087113436868519662019-07-11T10:29:38.777+08:002019-07-11T10:29:38.777+08:00Absolutely! Now that I'm not working, I'm ...Absolutely! Now that I'm not working, I'm able to spend a lot of time supporting my girls so they can have some 'me time' for themselves, which is so important when you're a busy mum to little ones. I think this role is just as if not more important and valuable than being productive in paid employment. And I know it's absolutely valued, and sometimes helps to ward off insanity. Time is precious indeed and gifting it is a great thing to be able to do.Christine BoomingOnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13352011708997280892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-14151844974807275262019-07-11T09:49:28.103+08:002019-07-11T09:49:28.103+08:00I remember when I was that age and juggling mother...I remember when I was that age and juggling motherhood and full time work. I invested in a cleaner so that on the weekends it was all about Sarah and Grant. Having said that I was pretty good in those days at taking time for a regular facial or to get my hair done - although with hair like mine that falls into the maintenance category. I recall I used to enjoy work travel - even though there was plenty of guilt involved - because it also came with some transit alone time. The guilt is a tough one to get past.Jo Traceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01096756433952821037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-81809564142742824212019-07-11T05:39:33.333+08:002019-07-11T05:39:33.333+08:00Good for you taking the time for yourself now. It...Good for you taking the time for yourself now. It is never too late. We just have to remember that we are important and what we need is important too. Getting your nails done is a lovely way to spend 'me time'. No interruptions :)Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-16336375163750467222019-07-11T05:38:05.977+08:002019-07-11T05:38:05.977+08:00Hi Denyse, Rachel has a cleaner because I just thi...Hi Denyse, Rachel has a cleaner because I just think that is something when you are working full time and with a family you need. She would rather spend the money and free up her weekends to spend the time with her children. I would like her not to feel guilty though about spending some time doing something just for her. xSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-51003815824244757862019-07-11T05:36:40.666+08:002019-07-11T05:36:40.666+08:00Hi Sammie, sometimes we just have to step back and...Hi Sammie, sometimes we just have to step back and think of what others would like don't we? As you say the gift of 'me time' is priceless. xxSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-4808143335669391622019-07-11T05:36:07.920+08:002019-07-11T05:36:07.920+08:00I'm like Erin too, SSG I like early morning as...I'm like Erin too, SSG I like early morning as I'm the only one awake at this time and it is my time to do as I wish. xSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-73956025526754458302019-07-11T05:34:39.019+08:002019-07-11T05:34:39.019+08:00Spending time with your mum Deb is a lovely way to...Spending time with your mum Deb is a lovely way to give your 'me time'. Treasure those moments where you just hang out and talk about anything. xSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-3816303963719313892019-07-10T17:02:46.291+08:002019-07-10T17:02:46.291+08:00I loved reading that and that each woman has her o...I loved reading that and that each woman has her own idea of Me time. I think as a mum (and full time teacher also studying part time for degrees) the concept of me time was one I would HAVE to orchestrate myself before I burned out.The school holidays gave me some respite (and my parents were always happy to have the kids) . I also engaged a cleaner who ironed and that meant I did not feel as encumbered by weekends devoted to chores. <br /><br />Thank you for linking up for #lifethisweek. Next week's optional prompt is Self-Care Sharing Your Story. I hope you will consider linking up again. Denyse.Denyse Whelan.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16888810644186418559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-53078900839105331052019-07-09T06:28:36.763+08:002019-07-09T06:28:36.763+08:00Hi Sue and Leanne,
Me Time was almost non-existent...Hi Sue and Leanne,<br />Me Time was almost non-existent for me as a working mom and wife. With the exception of getting my nails done regularly, every waking moment was spent in doing/thinking about the career, the boys, the husband, the home. Literally. And I did feel guilty if I was not actively engaged in doing something for them.<br />Now the boys are grown and we have retired and downsized. This is this first time in my life that I take time for me. And it's a good thing.Nancy Dobbinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06515901631541413269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-14596981862032962032019-07-08T17:18:50.365+08:002019-07-08T17:18:50.365+08:00This is so thoughtful. We have our godchildren for...This is so thoughtful. We have our godchildren for a sleep over in the school holidays so their mum (and dad) get some "me" and "we" time together. I think it's so important and the gift of "me time" is literally priceless!Sammie @ The Annoyed Thyroidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10326825231887812726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-27543739008136605122019-07-08T11:31:12.941+08:002019-07-08T11:31:12.941+08:00Erin, I can relate to your me time being first thi...Erin, I can relate to your me time being first thing in the morning. I get up early too and that time to exercise, scroll on my phone and have a shower is essential to my wellbeing.<br /><br />SSG xxxSydney Shop Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05813953421175387706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-27281397418854017222019-07-08T09:50:03.821+08:002019-07-08T09:50:03.821+08:00You're so right Deb - it's definitely abou...You're so right Deb - it's definitely about discerning what the real need is and sharing ourselves on that level. I know that my daughter/DIL/Mum/MIL all have different needs and what would be appreciated by one would not necessarily be valued by the other. I think if we're aware of that, then we know where to best use our time xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-88940615603468544752019-07-08T09:48:10.972+08:002019-07-08T09:48:10.972+08:00Hi BBB - you did a great job and I definitely agre...Hi BBB - you did a great job and I definitely agree that this next generation is doing a huge job trying to keep all the balls in the air with work and motherhood and all the added pressure of SM and expectations. It was a fantastic approach to this topic xxLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-91407759022581222642019-07-08T09:47:33.514+08:002019-07-08T09:47:33.514+08:00I have 'me' time at the moment, but no ...I have 'me' time at the moment, but no 'me' money. Alas. But I'm feeling particularly sore and stiff so a massage would be heaven. <br /><br />When I first started reading this though (Leanne and Sue) I thought of my mum and was thinking 'me' time as in time you give yourself to someone else. And I was thinking that I try to remain conscious that (I think!!!) my mum enjoys the time I spend with her (and her with me) where we just hang out and talk about stuff. And it's not about chores or things we HAVE to do. (Her needing my help with computer stuff or lifting things, and me not needing her to do domestic stuff I struggle with!) Debbishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06305239848096384084noreply@blogger.com