Saturday night, instead of writing, I plopped down on the couch and watched a couple movies with my wife.
I had plenty of writing-related things I needed to do; in fact, the plan for the evening was writing for me, and movies for my wife.
I knew she’d enjoy the movies even more with company, though — so instead of writing, I sat down and watched a period piece and a chick flick with my sweetie.
I love writing, but given the choice of being alone and successful in my writing, or surrounded by people I love and never seeing success, I’ll take the people I care about.
I’m lucky to have them in my life.
This week, whether you’re slammed at work, lost in writing, or bogged down with other tasks and responsibilities, step away and devote some time to the people you love.
You’re lucky they support you in all you do; it’s the least you can do to remind them how much you love them.
Awww, you’re so sweet! Thanks so much for watching movies with me. I knew you’d like them too, and I enjoyed the time with you. I know you have a lot of work to do, so I especially appreciated you spending the time with me. 🙂
Yeah, I have a lot of work, but it was fun watching the movies and soccer with you this past weekend.
Since the layoff, I’ve really loved having time to write and hang out with ya!
I know! It’s been so nice! While it will be nice for some things when job stuff gets back on track in the near (hopefully) future, I’ll also be sad not being able to have whatever schedule we want and being able to hang out with you. Ah well. Good memories, good times!
🙂
Aww…..so true. And of course, we’re lucky to have you. This is good advice for anyone
Cynthia: I’ve enjoyed having our own schedule, too. It’s cool working out when nobody’s at the gym, running errands while everybody’s working or at school, and going bowling at midnight on a Monday while most people are asleep.
Or just hanging out and chatting late at night, just because we can.
I’ll miss that.
Mary: 🙂
Unfortunately, now it’s summer and places are crowded most of the time. Ah well, it was fun while it lasted. Heheh!
Yeah for you both! Taking the time to connect, without making it an item on a list. Changing priorities willingly, enjoying the person who is with you. I have been thinking about this today, busy lives lead to writing down our prioirites on our to do list and somehow our loved ones end up an entry on a list. I am wondering if the “To Do List” could evolve into a “Want To List”. Does that make putting your loved one on a list better? Does it change the intention, make it more personnel? I think I need to expand on this.. Thank you for your entry. Judy
Thank you for the reply, Judy.
I’m sure I could have accomplished more To Do List items while unemployed, but I’ve enjoyed having more time with my wife, other family, and friends. I know I’m a little different because I will take a job that pays a little less that’s close to home and requires little overtime over a job that pays more requiring overtime and a commute.
Having time for the people I care about, including myself…it’s not something I can put a price on. I worked close to home at my last job, and depending on what time I started, I left at 4:00 or 4:30 and was home by 4:15 or a little before 4:45
By the time many people I knew were just leaving work for an hour-long commute (or more), I was done with dinner and enjoying my time.
It’s going to be a busy couple weeks preparing for a writer’s conference at the end of the month. But I will definitely make time for three friends from out of town who are in Texas, and make time for other people.
If I’m not entirely prepared for the writer’s conference, it’s my own fault. If I’m not entirely prepared for the writer’s conference, it’s because I’ve enjoyed my time…and how bad is that?
Life Balance is a noble goal. I am researching a way to add more and maintain the balance. I am currently wondering if I have anything to say and the ability to figure out this technology part. So thank you for your posting and your site. I am a friend of your Mom’s from Unity, and she is such a treasure, and I can see that you and Cynthia are treasures too.
I am sure you will be ready for the conference, because you choose to be. Have Fun!
Judy