anyone feel guilty

[luvmyfam444]

when dc is home from school & you don't have anything planned? I feel like we should be doing something -but I don't know what & there's so much to do here that I hate to leave....

 

[diznygirl]

Yes! Last day off from school I knew some of the other kids would be going to see a movie, or to one of the parks. I should have planned ahead and gotten a babysitter for the baby so I could do things with DS, but I didn't. I consoled myself with the fact that he needs some time to just sit around and do nothing - something he doesn't get to do in school.

 

[CathrynRose]

when dc is home from school & you don't have anything planned? I feel like we should be doing something -but I don't know what & there's so much to do here that I hate to leave....

Just my opinion - BUT....

To heck with the things that need to be done around the house. Kids grow up TOOOOO FAST! I heard it for years, and it never hit home until recently. I have a 14! ! ! ! year old, who on his days off from school, gets brought home by the police (see airsoft gun thread! ) Pretty soon, they dont WANT to do anything with you.

In 4 years- he could possibly move out, and be on his own!!! I remember when he was just a munchkin, like yesterday!!!

Take advantage of your being able to be home ..... the mess aint going anywhere!

 

[EthansMom]

No, I don't feel guilty when the kids have to fend for themselves for entertainment for a little while. I don't have the time, energy, or inclination to organize every aspect of their day. And having some "free play" time stimulates their creativity and independence.

I'm around to oversee my kids, of course, and make certain that they are safe. And I'll read a book or two or play a game, if that's requested. And I'll give suggestions of things the kids can do when they get tired with their current activity. But, in general, the kids spend a lot of time choosing their own activities -- usually DS4 chooses and DD2 wants to do whatever big brother is doing.

 

[Tinijocaro]

Nope, no guilt. Special outings aren't special if they happen every time the kids are home.

Jackie

 

[MAKmom]

I think our kids lives are way over planned. This Sat we had 2 fundraisers to go to. Sunday DD11 recieved a phone call & told her friend "no, I've been running all weekend I'm not going anywere today". BTW you should never feel guilty about anything its a waste of time & energy. If you do something really bad fix it but don't feel quilty.

 

[MAKmom]

I think our kids lives are way over planned. This Sat we had 2 fundraisers to go to. Sunday DD11 recieved a phone call & told her friend "no, I've been running all weekend I'm not going anywere today". BTW you should never feel guilty about anything its a waste of time & energy. If you do something really bad fix it but don't feel quilty.

 

[tw1nsmom]

Nope! I don't feel guilty when I don't have a special outing plan. I'm another one of those people who think we overschedule our kids. My kids do their best creative play when left to their own devices.

I do sometimes feel guilty when I get caught up in housework and other stuff and don't stop to take the time to read a book, or just spend a few more cuddle time moments. I don't feel too guilty, as it doesn't happen too often. You would know it's true if you saw how clean my house isn't.

 

[va32h]

No, I never feel guilty about that (I feel guilty about other things, but not our casual afternoons).

My kids have said that one of the best things about me quitting my job to stay home with them is that they just get to come home after school and "hang out", play with the kids in the neighborhood, not have to go anywhere or do anything. The school day is long, and they need down time.