Mondays are for Moms: A Sassy Stay-at-Home Escape
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Published Nov 27, 2023
Ah, Mondays – the universally dreaded day when the weekend euphoria crashes into reality. But hold on, because in this house, Mondays are for moms, and we're about to turn the mundane into the magnificent. As a perpetually busy stay-at-home mom who's also a work-from-home warrior, I've discovered the art of reclaiming Mondays for a little slice of personal sanity. So, buckle up, fellow moms, because it's time to spill the tea on how I transform the most dreaded day of the week into my personal oasis of self-indulgence.
1. The Great Exodus:
The morning hustle begins with a symphony of slamming doors and hurried "goodbyes" as the husband and kids make their grand exit. Mondays are for moms, and it's time for the house to be my domain, and mine alone.
2. Pajama Liberation:
As the last door closes, I ceremoniously shed the shackles of responsibility – a.k.a. my "mom uniform." Pajamas become my battle armor, a symbol of freedom from the tyranny of school lunches and homework battles.
3. The Unhurried Coffee Ritual:
With the house echoing only my footsteps, I savor the unhurried pleasure of brewing a cup of coffee. No tiny hands reaching for my mug, no demands for snacks – just me and the aromatic embrace of caffeine.
4. Playlist Power:
Mondays are for moms to be the DJ of their own lives. The house becomes my dance floor, and I curate a playlist that ranges from power ballads to guilty pleasure pop tunes. No judgment, no witnesses – just me, the music, and a mop that doubles as my dance partner.
5. Spa-Level Showers:
The bathroom transforms into a spa retreat. Forget the quick showers that come with being a mom on the clock. Mondays are for moms to indulge in luxurious soaks, face masks, and a skincare routine that rivals a Hollywood star's pre-red carpet prep.
6. Netflix and No-Chill:
Mondays are for moms to conquer the streaming universe. Forget family-friendly cartoons; it's time for guilty pleasures, binge-worthy dramas, and a remote control firmly in my grip.
7. Culinary Capers:
Lunch on a Monday isn't just a meal; it's a culinary adventure. I channel my inner chef, experimenting with recipes that don't involve chicken nuggets or hidden veggies. It's a feast fit for a queen – and by queen, I mean me.
8. Reading Nook Retreat:
As the afternoon sun spills through the curtains, Mondays are for moms to escape into literary worlds. No interruptions, just me, a cozy nook, and a stack of books that have been gathering dust.
9. Journaling Journey:
With the chaos of the week ahead looming, I seize the moment to jot down thoughts, dreams, and maybe a sassy rant or two. Mondays are for moms to navigate their emotions on paper, a cathartic exercise in self-expression.
10. Recharged and Ready:
As the clock inches towards the family's return, I emerge from my cocoon of self-indulgence. Mondays are for moms to reclaim their sanity, to recharge, and to face the rest of the week with renewed vigor. The house may be filled with chaos once more, but I've had my Monday oasis – a little slice of me, in the midst of the mom mayhem. So, here's to Mondays, my personal playground in the symphony of mom life.
1. The Great Exodus:
The morning hustle begins with a symphony of slamming doors and hurried "goodbyes" as the husband and kids make their grand exit. Mondays are for moms, and it's time for the house to be my domain, and mine alone.
2. Pajama Liberation:
As the last door closes, I ceremoniously shed the shackles of responsibility – a.k.a. my "mom uniform." Pajamas become my battle armor, a symbol of freedom from the tyranny of school lunches and homework battles.
3. The Unhurried Coffee Ritual:
With the house echoing only my footsteps, I savor the unhurried pleasure of brewing a cup of coffee. No tiny hands reaching for my mug, no demands for snacks – just me and the aromatic embrace of caffeine.
4. Playlist Power:
Mondays are for moms to be the DJ of their own lives. The house becomes my dance floor, and I curate a playlist that ranges from power ballads to guilty pleasure pop tunes. No judgment, no witnesses – just me, the music, and a mop that doubles as my dance partner.
5. Spa-Level Showers:
The bathroom transforms into a spa retreat. Forget the quick showers that come with being a mom on the clock. Mondays are for moms to indulge in luxurious soaks, face masks, and a skincare routine that rivals a Hollywood star's pre-red carpet prep.
6. Netflix and No-Chill:
Mondays are for moms to conquer the streaming universe. Forget family-friendly cartoons; it's time for guilty pleasures, binge-worthy dramas, and a remote control firmly in my grip.
7. Culinary Capers:
Lunch on a Monday isn't just a meal; it's a culinary adventure. I channel my inner chef, experimenting with recipes that don't involve chicken nuggets or hidden veggies. It's a feast fit for a queen – and by queen, I mean me.
8. Reading Nook Retreat:
As the afternoon sun spills through the curtains, Mondays are for moms to escape into literary worlds. No interruptions, just me, a cozy nook, and a stack of books that have been gathering dust.
9. Journaling Journey:
With the chaos of the week ahead looming, I seize the moment to jot down thoughts, dreams, and maybe a sassy rant or two. Mondays are for moms to navigate their emotions on paper, a cathartic exercise in self-expression.
10. Recharged and Ready:
As the clock inches towards the family's return, I emerge from my cocoon of self-indulgence. Mondays are for moms to reclaim their sanity, to recharge, and to face the rest of the week with renewed vigor. The house may be filled with chaos once more, but I've had my Monday oasis – a little slice of me, in the midst of the mom mayhem. So, here's to Mondays, my personal playground in the symphony of mom life.
