Tonight was our monthly Moms Off Duty - M.O.D. Squad - night with our local homeschool support group. I know that this Meme is supposed to be about the joys of mothering, but I believe that every mom needs a break now and then! One of the ways I keep my joy as a mother is to get out of the house by myself once in a while. Tonight we went out for Chinese and had a gift exchange. We exchanged something that we got for Christmas that we didn't need or want or something that we had around the house that we wanted to get rid of. We were not allowed to spend any money. I was able to get rid of something that, while I liked it, I did not have any use for. I came home with an adorable purse. The kind you would buy at the Christian book store, that I could never afford for my self. We had a great time of fun and fellowship. Everyone was able to get rid of something unwanted and everyone enjoyed what they received! After this enjoyable evening, I was able to come home feeling refreshed to my wonderful children who were waiting for me to come tuck them in!
Before I left, Evan said to me, "Mama, do we look funny or something, you keep smiling." "No," I said, "I'm just excited to be going out!"
What brings you joy as a mother? Join Amy for Mondays On Mothering to share!
~Linda
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