A Mother's Summer Holiday

Yes, apparently it is possible for a mother to have a holiday. My oldest 3 children are away with their dad for a few weeks. My partner has taken our youngest to his mum's for a long weekend to house/dig-sit. And so begins MY summer holiday.

I could have gone with them. Some may feel I should have gone. But I cannot remember the last time I had NO responsibility, other than to feed and clothe myself. Even just to sit for a few hours in the house, there's always at least one child asleep in a bedroom, or my partner sitting a few feet from me - he's grown up enough to take care of himself of course. But sharing a room with someone, you automatically allow for them. Is the TV volume ok? What would they like to watch? I'm making a drink, can I get them anything while I'm up?

So no, I didn't go. I'm sitting watching my TV shows, knitting, drinking a cup of coffee and I'm completely, utterly alone.

It's bliss.

For now :)