will be alone with baby Max for the weekend, the others went on father and son(s) camp. I was looking forwards to the peace and quiet, but I feel a bit panicky instead

I pressed it but it doesn't seem to work

I know the feeling.

when my kids leave for the weekend I want them to go so i can relax but really i just don't know what to do with myself. What time is it there? take Max to the park or something.

heybaby said:

he's busy right now playing computer games yeah I promised him we would go swimming tomorrow, but it is a nice day today

there is an unopened email attachment on my desktop from a client, and I am scared to read it I am scared it will make me feel down.

It'll be okay. I get that sometimes, the quiet is a bit creepy at first.

Turn on the TV or some music. It'll distract you from those weird feelings. Or call someone.

NDRU said:

When my routine or environs are altered for whatever reason, I am prone to feeling generally off and becoming a bit anxious. When that happens, I try finding projects or activities on which to focus, to distract myself from thinking about what is different than usual.

Focus on having fun, just you and Max. Build a fort out of blankets and pillows and have your own campout in your living room, and eat your lunch and dinner there. Pretend you are brave hunters staying in a tent in the jungle, and paint each other's face up so the animals won't recognize you!

Everything will be alright. It's my bet the next day or so will pass by much faster than you think.

great idea! after his nap I think we will do just that! we can have pizza under the table - I will post a pic if he manages to draw on my face he will LOVE that!
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You and Max should down a few beers and then go out lookin' for women...

ZombieKitten said:

Sorry that you feel that way I feel for you.

I'm sort of feeling weird and lonely too, but for different reasons.

vagabandit said:

Peace to you, friend.

WillyWonka said:

Thank you!

Still down on myself though.

Byron said:

women you say?

ZombieKitten said:

only 8 more hours to go, I am getting used to it, and when they all come back home again, I am gonna be like this

ZombieKitten said:

Go out with the small one and have brekkie.....relax