Let me start by saying this. I have never been away from my babies. Wait, let me correct that. I went to BlogHer a few years ago when my son was smaller. Other than that, I have been with them. When we travel, the kids are with us. My son is almost 5. It wasn’t until recently that I realized I could use some time away. When I worked full time, I didn’t think I needed time away because I felt like I was away all the time as it was. Most of my days were spent away from them. Now that I am at home with them full time, I see the need for a break for adult time.
A couple of my girlfriends and I were talking. We realized we are all on the same page and decided to plan a road trip. Since we all have birthdays this month, we decided to make it a birthday trip! I am super excited. We are only going away for one night but I know it’s gong to be EPIC! As crazy as it sounds, I am looking forward to sleeping in. LOL! We can stay up all night and talk, have a wonderful dinner and whatever else we find to get into. The next morning, we can all snooze until we feel like waking up. That, my friends, is a gift. Can you tell I’m excited!
I know I will come back refreshed. That will be a gift to my babies. I also know I will wish that we’d added another day. LOL!
That’s what I’m feeling. What about you? When was the last time you got away child-free?
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My last time child free was Blogher in 2012. TWO YEARS AGO. I’m going to Blogalicious BY MYSELF IF IT KILLS ME. The end. Enjoy your time away!
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My husband and I go away a few times a year by ourselves. We need that time alone to recharge our batteries.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) recently posted…Skinny Lemonade Recipe
I’m going to a conference next week. I’ve been feeling major guilt for being away for 4.5 days, but at the same time, I’m so excited. I need a break – for everyone’s sanity!
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Every once in a while you need a break to recharge your batteries. Nothing wrong with that. Funny thing, there is a movie called Moms Night Out that I just watched the other night. I laughed so hard.
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So happy for you! You need to take a break, and I hope you have the best night ever!
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Our kids are at the age where it is fun to do stuff with them (and not just for them). Tonight we’re hitting a board game night at the local college together!
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Have fun on your road trip! You’ll be amazed at how much better you’ll feel when you return.
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Sounds like you’ll have a great time. Just went on our first child-free trip in a while and it was great!
The hubs and I do date night once a month. We get a babysitter and have an adult night out. I also have a mommy book club where we all get together and have a good time socializing — we wind up talking about the book for about 5 minutes then move on to EVERYTHING else in the world.
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Great post. I’ve got a 13 year old nephew who I’ve helped raise his whole life. He’s a great kid, but sometimes you just need a break to recharge.
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I love this post. Raising kids is the most rewarding thing in the world, but if you don’t take a break, you’ll go crazy.
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I can’t remember the last time I had a night out without the kids. However, they are older now, and I find that I enjoy their company more than my own friends sometimes!
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Have fun on your road trip. It is good to get away from time to time. My girlfriends and I do a girls trip once a year. We are going on a cruise is two weeks.
A girls’ trip is needed sometimes! Hope you have a blast!
My husband and I have been married for almost 3 years and have yet to get away. We need to plan one!
Melissa recently posted…One Car Family
Can’t say I exactly relate! Husband and I are childless at the moment!
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I take time to myself every now and then and go to out of town races with my running friends. My husband and I get away a couple of times a year too.
It has been about a year since I was anywhere without kids. I love it and hate it at the same time. I am going to NYC overnight next month and am looking forward to just being alone for a bit… but I will miss the kids terribly too. Enjoy yourself!
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It is nice to have an occasional time away from the kids. I was very protective of my kids when they were little so I never left them at all. I avoided dating and all. They are 17 and 12 now, so much more freedom for me.
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I almost never go anywhere without my kids. Usually once or twice if we are lucky my hubby and I get out together alone in a year. Then maybe once or twice I get out with other moms- MAYBE. But you know what? When it does happen it makes me such a better mom and I know I should do it more often.
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Happy birthday to you and your friends. I went to a conference last year. It’s been quite awhile since I left for something fun.
Enjoy your girly birthday trip away! I haven’t had a day/night off from my son in over a year now.
I had the house to myself tonight but I stayed in to work! My friend is heading over tonight and we are going OUT!
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Taking breaks is a must! I would go crazy if I didn’t get some alone time
This sounds like fun! Even without kids, I love a girls weekend away. I may need to plan one soon…
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While I’ve vacationed a lot — both with and without Aiden — I haven’t been on a girls trip in about 3 years! It’s long overdue!!! LOL. Have loads of fun, lady. Take pictures, get all dolled up, eat well, laugh, and sleep well! It’s so refreshing!
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Good for you! And as for the question, I honestly can’t remember. It’s been awhile.
Love the idea of a Mom’s night out! With four kids, goodness knows my mom could use at least a couple of them when we were growing up!
Mom breaks are so needed. Have fun!
I try to do something that’s just for me at least once a week, even if it’s just staying in bed on a Saturday morning and letting hubs hang with the kids while I read and sip coffee.
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I want to go on a trip! I would love to just drive somewhere without knowing where.
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It’s smart to take some time for yourself every once in a while <3
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The only time I get away is when I lock myself in the bathroom. And even then…they end up making conversation/tattling through the door. Oh calgon…
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Everyone deserves at least a night out! Weekend get-a-ways are great too! You deserve it! Hope you have a blast!
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That mom guilt sure can get to ya, huh?
You totally deserve a night out! Have a great time!
You totally deserve it. I hope you have the best time ever!
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I hope you have a fantastic time! I’m leaving in 2 weeks for some adult time with blogging friends – SO excited!
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It is so important for us moms to have night outs. Either with our husbands or girlfriends. We need to refresh ourselves.
Yes — refreshing time for yourself is a gift for your kiddos, too!
I got away in April for a few days and it felt awesome. I have a girls trip planned for the first weekend in October and I am excited to be getting away for a minute. It’s time!
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Moms night out is great for mom, hubby and kids. We all need that.
Hope you all had a great trip. I can’t remember the last time I’ve been kid-free for more than a few hours.
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I think you are right to take some time for yourself. Your babies will appreciate a refreshed mama.
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Oh how fun! I go to BlogHer every year. Always great to take time for yourself too!
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That’s awesome, have fun on your trip! 🙂
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I’d love to have a road trip. I was just talking about getting away with a friend and I could so use a break. My husband and I have never been away from our children.
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Funny as just watched movie that was similar to this. I think this is a must, a needed break to recharge and enjoy life with your friends or even alone time!
Oh…never! Looking forward to an escape sometime soon when little one is a little more autonomous! Good for you for getting out!
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Sounds like you will have a GREAT time. ENJOY!
Anne
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Kid-free time is so important for our sanity!! Hubby and I try to get out once a month or so, though I get lots of kids-free time now that I’m back in the office and I like spending time with them now.. not that I didn’t before it just… means more, you know?
I have a girls weekend away coming up in a few weeks! Can’t wait, also hubby and I are headed somewhere warm and tropical soon! Woo hoo!
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I just got back from a child-free trip actually. It is always nice to have a little break but I really do love to bring the kids with us when we travel. 🙂
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Mom’s night out definitely seems like a great idea!! Thank you for sharing it with us! I can’t wait to see how it turns out!
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I go to a lot of conferences and get my mom’s night in at each one. I need that time to recharge. I love seeing all my mommy blogging buddies too.
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I am still kiddo free, but I am sure it is so lovely to get away every now and then for a little mom time. You deserve it!
I haven’t been away from him overnight yet. He’s almost two 🙂 I do try to go out and “recharge” once or twice a week though.
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I have yet to have a getaway longer than a night, but even that is always refreshing. Have so much fun! 🙂
Being away from the kids always makes me feel some kind of guilt. But I’ve been told it’s healthy to spend time away especially when you are mentally tired. Thanks for sharing this.