But Elly…you had an evening to yourself just last night when John went to the pub. Why didn’t you dedicate yourself to writing instead of sulking? If you really were that upset with your husband, why didn’t you write down the things you were unable to say to him? You’re just looking for excuses.
There’s only so much you can do in the one-and-a-half hour nap and the three to four hours after they go to sleep–and sometimes, taking some precious time where you’re not doing anything important is critical for your sanity! After a busy day with my little guy, my brain is just about capable of managing the complex process of sorting socks ;-)
I’m with you, KHandcock. It takes most of my energy to get through the day, and I don’t think I could focus on writing, but I guess if you’re passionate enough, you find the time. The most writing I do is on gocomics.
KHandcock, you have three to four hours every night? I have more like 2– 3, if I stay up late and only sleep 6 hours (broken). Now I’m jealous.
And do I spend my hours writing? No, I spend them loading/emptying the dishwasher (lest I have “help”), folding laundry (ditto), doing any cleaning that involves chemical cleaners and I can’t do around the kids, making phone calls and emails that demand more than 2 minutes of thought or quiet to communicate, bathing/showering, talking to my husband (who is a zombie by then), catching up on facebook, sometimes reading or doing homework– some of this is optional, but I don’t see Elly finding it so. It’s very important to her to keep up with the chores.
This Thursday, my husband will be out for 3 or 4 hours. I guess I should nix my plans for watching Survivor and a bath, and have a serious writing career instead. The extra income would be nice.
I thought the shadow child was Lizzie. I’m a little confused. Why did she have Lizzie’s clothes if she didn’t have Lizzie? I think I’ve forgotten who Annie is.
He he. My husband is Spanish, so I already have that. I guess I’m spoiled because I’ve been to Spain so much that I’d rather go to another country. I do like Spanish wine better than Italian, but I like Italian and Greek food better.
If there is one thing many mothers of young children don’t get enough of, it’s time to themselves. I grab every minute I can. I love my children and love being with them but in the run of the day hardly get any break from them (at school age they’re homeschooled). But I would rather be with them all the time than not be. It helps you appreciate the few quiet moments ;)
BigHug almost 15 years ago
…… or after the kids are asleep ……….. Lizzie taking a nap
alviebird almost 15 years ago
Well…, she did say alone.
AdamsFamily1MW almost 15 years ago
But Elly…you had an evening to yourself just last night when John went to the pub. Why didn’t you dedicate yourself to writing instead of sulking? If you really were that upset with your husband, why didn’t you write down the things you were unable to say to him? You’re just looking for excuses.
alviebird almost 15 years ago
Very astute.
KHandcock almost 15 years ago
There’s only so much you can do in the one-and-a-half hour nap and the three to four hours after they go to sleep–and sometimes, taking some precious time where you’re not doing anything important is critical for your sanity! After a busy day with my little guy, my brain is just about capable of managing the complex process of sorting socks ;-)
lightenup Premium Member almost 15 years ago
Take me too! Although, I’d rather go to Italy.
I’m with you, KHandcock. It takes most of my energy to get through the day, and I don’t think I could focus on writing, but I guess if you’re passionate enough, you find the time. The most writing I do is on gocomics.
masnadies almost 15 years ago
KHandcock, you have three to four hours every night? I have more like 2– 3, if I stay up late and only sleep 6 hours (broken). Now I’m jealous.
And do I spend my hours writing? No, I spend them loading/emptying the dishwasher (lest I have “help”), folding laundry (ditto), doing any cleaning that involves chemical cleaners and I can’t do around the kids, making phone calls and emails that demand more than 2 minutes of thought or quiet to communicate, bathing/showering, talking to my husband (who is a zombie by then), catching up on facebook, sometimes reading or doing homework– some of this is optional, but I don’t see Elly finding it so. It’s very important to her to keep up with the chores.
This Thursday, my husband will be out for 3 or 4 hours. I guess I should nix my plans for watching Survivor and a bath, and have a serious writing career instead. The extra income would be nice.
Yukoneric almost 15 years ago
Need a translator?
shewith5 almost 15 years ago
OOH OOH!!! Me too!!!
coffeeturtle almost 15 years ago
You’ll write and I’ll hunt for eligible Spanish bachelors! XD
Nelly55 almost 15 years ago
I can’t see any of the GoComics right now
anyone else having a problem?
vldazzle almost 15 years ago
No problem here, Nelly. I have a Cox cable modem and use IE- have you cheked internet connection?
hymenoxis almost 15 years ago
Spanish wine’s not bad…I’ve spent more time than was good for me at Bodegas in the Rota area.
littledutchboy almost 15 years ago
DON’T WE ALL!!!!
Nelly55 almost 15 years ago
@vldazle
thanx, it’s working now. I think the firewall at work may have something to do with it….
Wildmustang1262 almost 15 years ago
Devonshade said, about 6 hours ago
That little shadow creature in panels 1, 2, and 3 is kind of creepy.
That shadow of a child is Annie’s son. I don’t think the shadow child is a creepy, tho’.
notinksanymore almost 15 years ago
I thought the shadow child was Lizzie. I’m a little confused. Why did she have Lizzie’s clothes if she didn’t have Lizzie? I think I’ve forgotten who Annie is.
lightenup Premium Member almost 15 years ago
He he. My husband is Spanish, so I already have that. I guess I’m spoiled because I’ve been to Spain so much that I’d rather go to another country. I do like Spanish wine better than Italian, but I like Italian and Greek food better.
hildigunnurr Premium Member almost 15 years ago
there’s some excellent Spanish wine - I’d still rather go to Italy. Loooove Italy!
mcveinot almost 15 years ago
If there is one thing many mothers of young children don’t get enough of, it’s time to themselves. I grab every minute I can. I love my children and love being with them but in the run of the day hardly get any break from them (at school age they’re homeschooled). But I would rather be with them all the time than not be. It helps you appreciate the few quiet moments ;)
mrslukeskywalker almost 15 years ago
She’d still find something to complain about.