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.
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!
These Orange Chocolate Cookies are my favorite. I could eat one every day and die a happy woman, truly.
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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.
A long, hot shower.
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! 🙂
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.
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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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.
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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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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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.
I enjoy hot baths and chocolate!
I take a little time out for myself each morning – I read while drinking my morning cup of coffee!
I take time for myself by declaring the time the kids go to bed my time!
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I like to sit on the couch and think about nothing.
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.
I love to curl up with a good book, it relaxes me!
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I love sitting on my porch swing, watching and listening to the wildlife.
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In the evening I like to listen to my favorite music or read a good book
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I will set aside time every afternoon when I can for some me time and enjoy a hot latte.
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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.
I snuggle with a hot drink and a good book.
Finding a few minutes at sunset to look at the ocean lets me appreciate the moment and relax.
I love taking time to knit or be creative.
I like to watch a movie and have some ice cream when everyone is out of the house for the night!
I take time to meditate
I make time for myself with a cup of tea, a book and of course some cookies
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Sitting out on the back deck in the morning with a cup of coffee.
I like to go for weekly pedicures and take long baths when the kids are in bed.
I take time to myself surfing the internet.
I like to curl up on the couch with a book or magazine.
I make time for myself by working in my garden, its how I relax.
I take a walk to relax.
Every morning after I take my kids to school I like to go to the park to read the bible
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I like to take time to pray or read a devotional or sing in the car
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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 🙂
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.
Depends on how I’m feeling. During nap time I like to either saw, read a book, or watch a show on netflix.
for me its by reading a good book or taking a bath [email protected]
i enjoy relaxing in the recliner while watching tv
I have time to myself by getting a walk in every day!