Solo time

[ReneeA]

DH & I are taking our 3 & 4 year olds to WDW in 2 weeks. Last year we had a fabulous time and so are going again.

Last year, I just had this urge to go to MK by myself. I can't really decide WHY. I just wanted to soak it all up and spend a little time alone with my obsession.

This year, I am thinking that I may do it on our last day - it's a EMH morning at MK. Our flight isn't leaving until 4pm, and I think by day #8, the kids are not going to want to head back to MK for a quick couple hours - they will probably want to play in the pool. I may pack and check our bags the day before - have everything done, then head to MK from 8-11 by myself that morning. I was talking to DH about it, and he laughed and wanted to know why I thought the kids would not want to go with me.

Now I feel selfish - how can I do that when we probably won't be getting back for 3 years or so? Do I go by myself for a few hours or suck it up and take everyone with me?

 

[allaboutmm]

If you get the chance I say, "go for it!" . On these boards you read of people going all the time by themselves- a whole trip. Just to go take it all in, would be great. I even think it would be nice just my DH and I. Our 15th anniversary is coming up (10/08) and I have already warned him an adults only trip is really want a want ( yes, for our 10th a got a duel kayak ). Maybe someday I'll be brave enough to do a long weekend by myself. Hope you have a wonderful time- I am sure you deserve it!

 

[PrincessBrideJo]

I do not think it is selfish at all! But make sure it is okay with your hubby first. He is gonna be the one watching the kids! If your children want to go, just say something like "Tinkerbell wanted me to come get presents for each of you" and bring them back something small!

 

[CPM]

I love walking the parks by myself. No tugging at my shirt, whining for ice-cream, and all that mom stuff. lol
My husband likes to take our son minature golfing, I depise it! So, that always gives me time to myself in the park. I especially like walking around the world showcase by myself.
I wouldn't even say anything to them, tell them you're going shopping. They will have a ball in the pool.

 

[ReneeA]

I do not think it is selfish at all! But make sure it is okay with your hubby first. He is gonna be the one watching the kids! If your children want to go, just say something like "Tinkerbell wanted me to come get presents for each of you" and bring them back something small!

Ok, now enough of THAT. He's the dad, not a babysitter. I am a SAHM and if I want 3 hours to myself he can suck it up and watch the kids...that is not the part I feel guilty about.

I feel guilty about not taking them along since I know we aren't going to get back for a few years after this trip.

Thanks for the words, guys.

 

[CPM]

Ok, now enough of THAT. He's the dad, not a babysitter. I am a SAHM and if I want 3 hours to myself he can suck it up and watch the kids...that is not the part I feel guilty about.

Right on!!

 

[disneyaggie]

Absolutely! Go, enjoy, and have a wonderful "me" moment. You deserve it!

I am going solo this trip and have so much planned (but not so much where I am bogged down with an itinerary). I love going with family and/or friends, but I treasure my "Debbie time". Have a magical time!

 

[Sleeping Becca]

I do this once everytrip. I send my DD into MK with my DH, and I am alone for one morning. I get an ice cream and sit at the head of Main Street and soak up the atmosphere. It has to be a morning, because I love the Main Street Performers, and love to people watch. The looks on children's faces and parents' faces as they look upon Cindy's castle for the first time is priceless. I spend most of the morning in teary eyed bliss. I walk around MK and pay attention to the little things, like when the music changes or the slight progression of architectual changes leading up to a new land. I basically walk around in constant awe of the details that make Disney special. I meet up with my family at lunch.

I say go for it, but don't tell the little ones you're going without them, because trust me, it doesn't matter that they've been going for 7 days, they will still want to go one more time. DD will pick one more spin on Peter Pan anyday over the pool.

I agree with the above poster, tell them your're going shopping (which is true), just don't tell them where.

Have a blast!

 

[newholidayx2]

My DS14 definately wants me to do this when I stand in front of British Invasion &/or Off Kilter singing and dancing! lol
He says "mom, if youre going to EpCot Im staying behind!" lol

 

[allaboutmm]

Ok, now enough of THAT. He's the dad, not a babysitter. I am a SAHM and if I want 3 hours to myself he can suck it up and watch the kids...that is not the part I feel guilty about.

BINGO !!!!!