We are in week three of Daddy working till all hours. Sunday was the first day he was home with us in two weeks; he's been coming home 11:30 and later at night. It's been hard on all of us. Not to somplain- we have it a lot easier than most, but... we miss our favorite guy.
Unfortunately, when Daddy is working so much, it throws off our whole family center. Suddenly, we're all a little more cranky, a little less likely to be nice, a little needier, and just YUCK!
It's a bit tougher when it is also Mommy's stressful time of year. Children in school are becoming anxious with the year winding down, and adults are feeling pressured to "get to " all the things they want to accomplish around all the fun things that happen in June in school. Everyone is just a hair less tolerant than they have been.
And my girls just miss their Daddy. I've mentioned that, haven't I?
Ugh. So, we had a picnic. We packed up some sandwiches, watermelon and grapes, grabbed the blankets and camera, and headed outside.
Thank goodness! We just needed a little fresh air, laughing and unwinding time. We needed to not all be on top of each other. And we all needed to have some fun.
So, it's a picnic. To remind me that all around me might be chaos, but when I take the time to sit and just be with my girls, life can throw in a little picnic.
12 comments:
Aww so sorry they are missing their daddy but a picnic is a great way to switch things up.
What a cute shot of your girls and their picnic! I hope your dh's schedule changes soon.
Beautiful. You've captured the essence of the peace you were seeking. This is priceless.
What a great idea. I understand about Daddy being away. summertime is our biggest busy time also. Not fun.
Love your journaling and love the fact that you went to the effort to create some great memories with your girls and have a picnic. Sorry you're not seeing much of your husband right now. I can relate. During tax season, my CPA husband is sooooo busy and works very long hours. Hang in there!
Such great relationship captured and the BnW just makes it timeless.
love them together here. they really look like they enjoy each other. so sorry about not having your dh home. i hope it all evens out soon.
Love the b&w - great pic!
Cute shot, and nice conversion! Glad you were able to have that time with them, and hope the schedule smooths out soon.
That is rough :( I just love this picture of your girls together, such a great memory for them to have.
great pic - looks like they are having fun and relaxing!
When my kids were younger we always found it so tough when DH was away for work too. Hang in there!
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