The weeks passed so quickly. I haven’t noticed that the kids vacation was over. I was so busy with my work and school. At least, some of those days I have been able to spend some time with my two daughters. We went to Science Museum and watch 4d Movie about Shark. They loved it. They felt the water in their body and sound of the ocean feels real. Then we roam around and browsing all the interested things inside the museum like the mirror exhibit. My younger daughter was interested in planetarium and the tornado display. I felt satisfied even for a short time, I spent quality time for my kids. I was looking at them and thought to myself, how time flies so fast.
When I’m at home, my mind is wandering what should I do
first. There are so many things to do that I needed to accomplish. First,
cleaning the house, next is cooking, and last washing clothes. I am so irritated
when I see the house dirty and not organized. I feel like there is no way I
will continue cleaning and they are keep on making mess. I cannot finish my
chores even I wanted to do it systematically. I am so tired and feel like nobody’s
helping me. I realized how my mother had been through all this most of her life
with seven kids. I am so exhausted. I really need a time for myself, just to
gather my thoughts and relaxed my mind.
Finally, Friday, after I finished all my chores and my
homework from school. Time to relax, I don’t have school on Friday but I have
work. I called my friend to hang out
after my work. We just went to Thai restaurant and catches up about the latest
news in our lives. She is pregnant with twins two boys. Good for her. We went
around the Davis Square, in Somerville and looked at the thrifty store. The
night was cold, but it gives me a nice feeling. I feel free and fresh and a
little time to unwind with my friend. I came home and my kids are already
sleeping. I still want a space for myself so I read one of my favorite book, Chicken Soup for Mother's Soul. I was crying while I’m reading it. I really miss my
mother.
Arleen,
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful post - full of joys and some great self-awareness. I'm glad that you enjoyed the museum and that you got to have a nice dinner with your friend.
Personal time is very important and it's great that you recognize this.
I like your writing style. You include lots of details. I particularly enjoy the detail about feeling the cold night and how it felt freeing.
Beautiful, honest reflection. I hope you can continue to work on finding the family life/personal life balance.
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