When I think of being home alone, the movie of the same name comes to mind. The exception is I am a 40 year old woman, mother, and not an 8 year old boy. The concept however, is similar. The 8 year old, finds himself left behind from a Christmas vacation and is in the quandary of what to do? I find myself in a similar quandary of what to do when faced with alone time.
As a proud mother of 4, three whom live at home, the obvious choices might include a bubble bath, a nap, a quiet book in a quiet room, but these are old hat and honestly, make me want to run screaming in the streets at times. Don't get me wrong, I love a good book, and naps are highly underrated, and well, bubble baths have never been my style but I can totally appreciate their draw. My conclusion is that at 40, with 3 teenagers in the house, when I am alone, I want excitement. Not the kind where I need to be hurtled at 200 mph down a stretch of highway on a motorcycle, but the kind that stimulates my mind as well as keeps me out of the hospital!!
So, my new adventure will be blogging....and maybe I will also contemplate getting that motorcycle...though the 200 mph will be more than likely 45mph. :-)
My children and those that have been in my life for the past 40 years will be the topics of many of my blogs. I love them. They are my pride and joy. They bring me much enjoyment and challenge me in ways I never knew existed. The children that I have provided care for over the years are in this same boat. My adventures in these virtual pages, will be exposed and revisited and hopefully will bring some enjoyment and information to anyone who reads these pages.
I appreciate all comments and while I can take criticism, please remember that I am not a professional writer, I will make mistakes, and I am human. Also, if you wouldn't say it to your own mother, maybe it is best to not say it hear. I am not trying to avoid being told that my writing is terrible or needs lots of improvements, I am trying to avoid drama. After being around people and raising children, I can take quite a beating, however I am not interested in being torn down publicly by anyone. Thank you for understanding. Feel free to email me privately if you wish to comment and just cannot hold your tongue!Believe me, I understand wanting to say something and barely being able to contain yourself!! So here it is...my email address for those who need it: mtherrin@gmail.com .
