Off Thursday

Almost every Thursday I get a day "off".  

I took this day off of babysitting and my amazing mom 

picks Jordan up from preschool to have for the day!

I am so grateful for my mom.  

She really is amazing in all that she does for her family.  

She is there for us whenever we need her.  

She loves having the kids and that shows.  

I love her so much!

So what do I do with a day "off"?

It varies.....

sometimes I babysit Cohen

work on project life at Jana's

run errands

have lunch with Josh

catch up on cleaning

organize

catch up on blog posts

work on a project/craft

take a shower in peace (usually with music) and straighten my hair

there are few examples.

For those who may be interested I documented my day for through pictures!

I usually wake up same time.  

Get breakfast for kids

Get Jordan ready for preschool.

Michelle leaves about 8:30

Josh and Jordan leave about 8:45

So here is an "off" day in pics!

I had already started the dishes so figured I should finish those

After that was done I make myself some breakfast.....finally

Read in peace with no interruptions or distractions

I remember it is recycling day so take out 4 weeks worth since it was snowy the last day.

Gather up all the stuff that needs to get put away upstairs and head up

Pass by Michelle's bathroom and make a mental note that she needs to clean it..bad

After that time to clean our bathroom.  

It gets quite neglected and needs to get on a regular cleaning schedule.

Before I start cleaning I have to have some music to dance along too. 

Always a must for me

Lovingly put away Josh's clothes that have been sitting there for days

Running out of steam.....

Put clean sheets on and make bed

FINALLY put away kid's winter sheets

 Vacuum the upstairs

Start more laundry

ruin favorite black t-shirt with bleach.

I can get so much more done in few hours with no kids.  

With out the stopping to get this, look at this, help get this...ect. 

I LOVE my kids but every mommy needs a break now and then.

Break Time

 and a snack/lunch

Finally sitting down and time to catch up on blog posts!

and some planning time for activities for Jordan.

By now it is a little after 3.  

Michelle comes home and starts in on homework.

I take my shower, do my hair, fold some laundry, and start dinner.

The rest of the evening is spent relaxing with the family.