I am working a lot this month. It's hard, but I like my job and I appreciate the paycheck.
I just had a really restful weekend, and I love that. My boyfriend and I went out to eat on Friday night. We went out for lunch and then watched an old movie at home on Saturday night.
I've been decluttering my fabric stash, which is fun and satisfying lol. I already organized my scraps and remnants. This weekend I went through my 1 - 3 yard cuts of fabric. I've reached my shelf capacity, so I pulled things to donate to make room for what's most important to me. I like having it all visible so I can see and remember what I have. I mean, the overall point is to use it.
Today I did laundry and ran the dishwasher like I usually do on Sundays. I like having routines.
The point of all this?
My job is demanding. My weekend was quiet. I'll return tomorrow feeling restored.
I wouldn't be doing this work if I was raising children.
But that doesn't matter.
Because I'm not raising children.
I'm living THIS life, the life that I have: a demanding job that I'm passionate about, quiet weekends, hobbies, and all.
Another important part of my life? My new kitten. A neighbor found him, there wasn't an owner, and so we took him in. He's been here almost two months and he's doubled in size. He's hilarious. He snuggles. He loves to play. He's my new entertainment. It's been 7.5 years since my dog died, and I got her before I started trying to get pregnant. This little guy is my first pet since knowing I won't have kids. I hope to spoil him for a very long time.
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GAAAHHH hello sweet little ginger love! Oh, what a cutie. I have a soft spot for male orange cats, in my experience they are major snugglebuddies.
ReplyDeleteI think about that a lot too, the quietness of my weekends (or my summer), and how different it would be if I was raising children. Sometimes I feel guilty, but more often I stop myself -- there are benefits and losses to both lives, and one is not inherently "less than" another. Also, big fan of routines! :) Great post!
Well, I'd been wanting an orange kitten. I've gotten pretty attached to my boyfriend's son's orange cat that we are keeping right now while he can't have him in his apartment. Of course, now the two cats are bonded and best friends so maybe we'll always have the first cat. If the older cat does return to his Pops (what we call my boyfriend's son), we'll just have to get the kitten a kitten! Hahaha.
DeleteSeveral people told me, "You manifested an orange kitten!" Each time I swiftly replied, "Yep, I never manifested a pregnancy, but I manifested a kitten." It left people speechless every time. I guess not everyone appreciates dark humor. But, hey, this is my life I'm living over here... Lol.
I would have loved a noisy, messy house. It wouldn't have lasted forever. But that is not my life. I've learned to love quiet weekends where I do whatever I feel like. :)
You made me smile first thing in the morning, Phoenix, with your anecdote about manifestation :-))). So thank you for that <3.
DeleteYes, I love your response too! Manifested a kitten - lol. Dark humour, a bit pointed - in other words, perfect!
DeleteCongrats on your beautiful kitten! How cute can one be? Now I want to see aaaaall the pictures, haha ;-). I am glad the two cats get along well. And I hope he makes you smile every day. I also think that having a cat (or dog) is like a sort of anti-stress therapy, especially if they are snuggly. So I am pleased for you :-)).
ReplyDeleteI am even happier to hear about your quiet weekend. When the week has been full (of work, commutes, stress, emotions), this is one of the best gifts we can give ourselves. I am glad you felt rested and restored after!
Much love from Switzerland <3
Your kitten is adorable! I am definitely a cat person. So snuggly and lovely. I'm even a wee bit jealous! And yay too for having quiet and relaxing weekends. The best kind!
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