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Pepperidge Farm® Milano® Cookies, A Little Time for Yourself and a GIVEAWAY

by Jamie
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When I was offered the opportunity to write about Pepperidge Farm® Milano® cookies (love!) I jumped at the chance. Theses fabulous cookies have been a favorite of mine for years. What’s not to love, yes? Then, when I discovered Milano cookies is running a campaign promoting women, the many roles they play and the need they have to take a moment out for themselves…I was all in. Milano Cookies + A Quiet Moment to Oneself = Sign Me Up, sugar.
I know many of you women out there are busy people. I am always so impressed by what I see many of you doing. Caring for your families, building great marriages, making healthy meals, volunteering at the school, filling church callings, supporting friends, bringing home a little bacon… and let’s face it. It can all be overwhelming sometimes! I feel overwhelmed regularly and that’s a fact.
Back some 8 years ago, I found myself with newborn twins (they both had reflux and where on oxygen, mind you), 3 older elementary aged children and a husband busy teaching school full-time, going to grad school and completing an internship in his spare time. Just typing these words gives me a little pit in my stomach. Truly. That was a challenging (and great!) year. One Sunday afternoon during this time, I was able to sneak away and go to Relief Society meeting (a religious class for the women of my church). The lesson only lasted 30 minutes or so and I was so grateful to be able to be out of the house for a bit, and be in the presence of great ladies. During the lesson the teacher encouraged us to take time out for ourselves, and how important it is to do that daily. Hmmmmm. Take time out for ourselves…? I considered my current situation. I thought about my daily activities, my darling and ever so demanding newborns, the spelling tests my older kids needed help with, the piles upon piles laundry and so many other demands. I had never felt more overwhelmed in my life, seriously. I wanted to take time out for myself, but wondered how in the world I could make that happen and not shirk my responsibilities.
There were just so many needs to fill, every second of every day. How could I possibly fit a little time in for myself? Well, I thought. I am planning to brush my teeth everyday…I can at least count on that. And, ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you. I have never had cleaner teeth than in that year. Every day, I would shut my bedroom door, and brush my teeth for 5 luxuriously quite minutes. I would think calm thoughts, stare out the window and relax while my teeth got shiny clean. Now, you might think this sounds ridiculous, but it helped! It honestly did. Those 5 quiet minutes helped me manage the chaos better. It gave me the little boost I needed.
Fast forward 8 years and I find my life’s responsibilities have changed somewhat since those crazy days with newborn twins. I don’t change diapers anymore. I have a house full of teenagers, my oldest will graduate from high school in a few short months and these cute twins of mine go to school during the day.  It’s still busy, oh man it is so busy…and it is going by way too fast.
 
Could I let you in on a little secret? I still feel overwhelmed. I guess that’s just something that comes along with being a mother, wife, sister, friend, blogger, etc… It still helps to take time out for myself. The good news is, I don’t have to count “brushing my teeth for 5 minutes” as one of those time out moments anymore! Thank goodness. Some days I actually carve out 20 minutes to read a book before my kids come barreling through the door after school. It’s luxurious.
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So are these cookies. If you took a little time out of your crazy schedule to munch on a fabulous Milano cookie, perhaps in a nice, quiet, sunny spot, just sitting and thinking calm thoughts, I do believe your life would be happier. Soak up a little time for yourself! You are worth it!

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These Orange Chocolate Cookies are my favorite. I could eat one every day and die a happy woman, truly.

Pepperidge Farms is offering you an opportunity to win $100 Visa Gift Card. All you need do is leave me a comment telling me how you manage to take a little time out for yourself. Can’t wait to read your thoughts on the subject!

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331 comments

christine burd March 26, 2015 - 3:00 pm

My me time is after all have gone to bed and I either get on the computer, read a book ,or watch a movie. I love this quiet time for myself.

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Leela March 26, 2015 - 4:15 pm

A long, hot shower.

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HilLesha March 27, 2015 - 10:38 am

I take time for myself by going to the gym regularly. Not only it helps maintain my overall health, but it is a huge stress reliever! 🙂

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mickeyfan March 27, 2015 - 6:37 pm

in the middle of the day, I just have to stop and say “Hey, it’s time for ME.” I take about 10 min to do what I want to do and then can get back to the day at hand.

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Anastasia Falling March 28, 2015 - 6:12 am

When I get the chance, I just chill out and listen to music 🙂 It’s a calm, fun way to reflect on the day or on life in general 🙂

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Anastasia Falling March 28, 2015 - 6:12 am Reply
Ashley C March 30, 2015 - 5:09 am

I like to take time for me to enjoy life by getting my exercise on. A good run or walk outside reminds me of how beautiful this life is and how thankful I am.

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Gina M March 30, 2015 - 6:24 am

I take a moment in the mornings when everyone is still asleep. I brew a special cup of coffee and enjoy some quiet time. Thanks for the chance to win!

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Gina M March 30, 2015 - 6:26 am

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Elle March 30, 2015 - 9:10 am

I like to exercise outside around my neighborhood. I find it relaxing and I love to get fresh air, see nature and clear my head.

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Annette March 30, 2015 - 5:31 pm

While growing we always had Pepperidge Farm Cookies. It was a treat to have our Tea or Hot Chocolate. Many Sunday Evenings after Church ended up with a glass of Milk. It always reminds me of home and my Sweet Mother.

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Rebecca March 30, 2015 - 6:50 pm

I enjoy hot baths and chocolate!

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Tara O. March 31, 2015 - 11:20 am

I take a little time out for myself each morning – I read while drinking my morning cup of coffee!

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Barbara M March 31, 2015 - 5:38 pm

I take time for myself by declaring the time the kids go to bed my time!
thank you

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Christine Oh April 1, 2015 - 5:44 pm

I like to sit on the couch and think about nothing.

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BusyWorkingMama April 2, 2015 - 9:24 am

I take time out for myself by making sure I have a daily workout. Taking time to keep fit and healthy makes me feel good.

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Kimberley Meier April 2, 2015 - 7:55 pm

I love to curl up with a good book, it relaxes me!

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joni April 2, 2015 - 10:23 pm

I love sitting on my porch swing, watching and listening to the wildlife.

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Janice Cooper April 4, 2015 - 8:20 pm

In the evening I like to listen to my favorite music or read a good book

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Rebecca Graham April 5, 2015 - 10:35 am

I will set aside time every afternoon when I can for some me time and enjoy a hot latte.

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Rebecca Graham April 5, 2015 - 10:37 am Reply
Heidi April 7, 2015 - 3:19 pm

I have small children and my me time is usually in the bathroom as well. After I shower I read a book or listen to music as I put on lotion and comb my hair.

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Norma April 8, 2015 - 4:05 pm

I snuggle with a hot drink and a good book.

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LAMusing April 8, 2015 - 4:06 pm

Finding a few minutes at sunset to look at the ocean lets me appreciate the moment and relax.

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Amy S April 8, 2015 - 8:37 pm

I love taking time to knit or be creative.

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nadya kotik April 9, 2015 - 8:18 pm

I like to watch a movie and have some ice cream when everyone is out of the house for the night!

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joe gersch April 10, 2015 - 4:00 am

I take time to meditate

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D Schmidt April 11, 2015 - 7:29 pm

I make time for myself with a cup of tea, a book and of course some cookies

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D Schmidt April 11, 2015 - 7:31 pm Reply
Linda April 12, 2015 - 4:52 pm

Sitting out on the back deck in the morning with a cup of coffee.

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Nicole Larsen April 14, 2015 - 12:20 pm

I like to go for weekly pedicures and take long baths when the kids are in bed.

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Stephanie Galbraith April 16, 2015 - 11:59 pm

I take time to myself surfing the internet.

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Kimmy Ripley April 17, 2015 - 5:29 pm

I like to curl up on the couch with a book or magazine.

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mysweetiepiepie April 18, 2015 - 6:08 pm

I make time for myself by working in my garden, its how I relax.

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maria cantu April 19, 2015 - 2:04 pm

I take a walk to relax.

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Bert Ruiz April 23, 2015 - 7:04 am

Every morning after I take my kids to school I like to go to the park to read the bible

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Bert Ruiz April 23, 2015 - 7:06 am Reply
emmy April 23, 2015 - 7:19 am

I like to take time to pray or read a devotional or sing in the car

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emmy April 23, 2015 - 7:21 am Reply
Joni April 23, 2015 - 12:00 pm

honestly? My shower is my
Me time. With four small kids, two of which not old enough for school, I count it a blessing to get through my morning shower and hair drying routine uninterrupted. It rarely happens, but that is life for right now and I try to savor every minute 🙂

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Jen P April 23, 2015 - 12:52 pm

Me time comes in the form of nap time. I always carve out 10 minutes to read, peruse a blog or two before getting back to a few household things that need to be done.

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Jennifer W April 23, 2015 - 9:56 pm

Depends on how I’m feeling. During nap time I like to either saw, read a book, or watch a show on netflix.

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Anna Pry April 24, 2015 - 3:18 pm

for me its by reading a good book or taking a bath [email protected]

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Debbie B April 25, 2015 - 9:20 am

i enjoy relaxing in the recliner while watching tv

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Kerry April 25, 2015 - 12:46 pm

I have time to myself by getting a walk in every day!

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