Shooting fish in a barrel.

The husband decided to join the guys on Wednesday night to relive the days of when he was in a shooting club. (shooting clay pigeons...in case any of your minds are wandering). At first I was a little irritated that he wasn't coming home but the more I thought it over the more I realize we need nights like these. I think its important to have your time as a couple but also to keep your own identity. Liam and I spent the day together at the park (the weather turned our perfect and so was the park) and then had dinner and some quality time with my dad while my mom is away. It turned out to be a great day. Now I am ending my night with sitting at the kitchen counter in my sweats, watching the moniter, blogging with a glass of pinot grigio and a part of me is completely content with that...

But why is it that the husband always seems to have the hobbies? I have heard wives endlessly talk about how their husbands have cards,fantasy drafts,happy hours,golfing..and the list goes on... it's amazing! Where do they find the time?? and where is my long list of hobbies? I often catch myself cancelling "walk dates" with girlfriends or even "girls nights out" because I feel guilty leaving Liam. But, the truth is that is probably the best thing I could do to help myself become a better mom. The saying is true "absence makes the heart grow fonder". Even if it is a workout class or running errands by myself...I am going to start making myself say "Yes" and stick with it because finding nights like these are like "shooting fish in a barrel". I may be thinking of Liam while I am away but I know he is in good hands and I will be coming home as a refreshed mom with a little bit of a new perspective.

Let me know if you have any special hobbies or nights to yourself that you love to indulge in!