A time for rest

I am tired today. Was out late last night helping a friend. So today the plan is to get through work, and this evening will be mostly about rest. I have to. I'm exhausted.

I do find myself feeling guilty for that. But I honestly feel I need to get over it. The help last night was physically and mentally exhausting. And it's time to refill the well.

How do you rest, refill, recharge without feeling guilty?

Make a Wish

Yesterday I started the day off with very good intentions. However... the day had other plans for me. I spent the day stressed out... trying to blend in to the walls so I wouldn't become a target for an angry attack. I worked hard, kept very busy, and for the most part it worked. Then last night, I felt like I could breathe deep again and then came the emotional release. That was a long time coming, I think.

Today I'm making journals with my boys, playing in the park, wandering with our cameras. Life is good. Life with my boys is also extremely busy. The novel has been pushed back again... only a little over a week this time til I can pour myself back into it.

I forget sometimes that it's ok to take a break. But right now, I am allowing myself that. A break from the writing. A day off from work. Unfortunately not a break from house work. But the plan is to have a wonderful day with my boys. And this weekend will be wonderful as well.

What do you do when you need a break?