Re-entry

I was asked what re-entry is like after my children and I have been parted for a while – and it’s a good question. On my part, there are high expectations – that they will be pleased to see me, that we all will have somehow become less argumentative. Of course in reality, they are always delighted to see the dog, and yes me too, but I often get jealous of the dog! And we/they still fall out. The transition is often whilst they are tired from long journeys, and me from working hard. I’m aware I often throw myself into work when I’m not with them – that same maxim from last week, if I feel discouraged, the way I move forwards is to offer encouragement to others. Switching that off is hard tho, and whilst I am supposed to be having the weekend and tomorrow off to focus on the children, I still have work situations on my mind.

Yesterday there was iceskating, as well as endless monopoly, today we’re on a full day out to a waterpark. I need to be aware that it’s not to “make up” for lost time cos that can be how it feels. I shall try and enjoy whatever is – the rowing as well as the giggling J