I know I'm not the only mother in the world who has left her children for an extended period of time. I know some moms that do it a lot and some moms who almost never do it. I am one of those moms who almost never do it. In fact I never spent a night away from Ellie until she was three years old and since then I think I've only been away from her three or four nights her whole life including the night I stayed in the hospital when I had Piper. The longest I've ever left Piper was last month for about 4 1/2 hours. I left her and Ellie with Rob while my sister-in-law and I went to the temple. So I think it's safe to say that I am very very attached to my kids. I have an incredibly hard time leaving them.
So what was I thinking when I agreed to go on a 5 day trip with Rob to the Dominican Republic without our girls?
Don't get me wrong - I am super excited about the trip. I've never been out of the country before and I've certainly never been to a tropical resort. I'm looking forward to sitting on the beach with Rob and playing in the ocean and exploring nearby villages. But I just don't know if I can leave my kids. I nearly hyperventilate when I think about leaving them. What if Piper cries the whole time and refuses to take a bottle? What if we get kidnapped or swept out to sea? Clearly I need to relax and realize we will all be fine - but how? I know they will be well taken care of while we're gone but what the crap am I going to do without these cute little faces?
So what was I thinking when I agreed to go on a 5 day trip with Rob to the Dominican Republic without our girls?
Don't get me wrong - I am super excited about the trip. I've never been out of the country before and I've certainly never been to a tropical resort. I'm looking forward to sitting on the beach with Rob and playing in the ocean and exploring nearby villages. But I just don't know if I can leave my kids. I nearly hyperventilate when I think about leaving them. What if Piper cries the whole time and refuses to take a bottle? What if we get kidnapped or swept out to sea? Clearly I need to relax and realize we will all be fine - but how? I know they will be well taken care of while we're gone but what the crap am I going to do without these cute little faces?
3 comments:
You are going to sleep like a rock, and reconnect with Rob! Good for him for planning it! Since Jake's come along, I've been more reserved with my travel. After all, four kids is a lot to leave with anyone, and Jake still struggles with his digestive system. BUT, I NEED A BREAK!!! We have opted for several small trips this year to get by. Most of them are business related for Brandon, but I get to go and have some "me" time. I'm sure you will miss your kids dearly, but you will do great. Every mom needs time to re-charge. Some can do that from home. Others can't. :) Regardless, it will be a good experience for the girls and grandparents. (I assume that's who's watching them.) Sam may correct me, but that's when she gets her bonding time with my little ones. I hope you have a great time!!!
I know it's hard...just don't think about it too much. You'll have a great time with Rob, and you'll come home and be an even better mom and, if it's possible, love your kids even more!
Everything will be okay. Lucas now looks forward to getting to spend time with Grandma and Grandpa when we leave. It will be hard, but it's nice to remember yourself sometimes too! You'll be surprised not only at how much you miss them, but how okay they do without you :). Call me if you need support! I'd be happy to join you on your trip as well :)
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