Thinking that as a momma, there are many things that I do not give myself permission to do. I know that moms are similar, and I think that other art mommas might not need a list of the things that I end up crossing off my list of allowables at this point in my life. So, to turn over a new leaf, a LEAF of happiness and fun...this is my new list of allowables.
I hereby give myself permission for these things.
Official List, no Guilt Allowed
1. Make official time for art
2. Have a private office
3. Say no
4. Buy music I like
5. kill tent caterpillars without feeling bad for them
6. Eat good chocolate
7. Go on trips
8. Think
9. Not have to justify everything that I do
10. Be less than perfect
11. Watch tadpoles
12. Call people I like on the phone, for no reason, just to say hi
13. Breathe deeply
Good for you! I love the "kill tent caterpillars and not feel bad for them one"! I need to give myself permission for that too :)
ReplyDeleteBut seriously, Yes. I think we all become mothers and feel as if our needs can wait or whatever but I am learning that I can be a better mommy when I life fully myself and care for my heart and body as well as my childrens.
-Christian (Abell)
AMEN! I used to go camping...by myself...at least once a year, and maybe another weekend besides. Susie~
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