Mr S has been in Sydney all week tying up loose ends. So whilst struggling with a terrible cold, throat and sinus infection, I have been doing the solo parenting thing. And it has been tough. I take my hats off to those who do it all time. I mean, we have been fine, the little ones are happy to have had quiet, lazy days and my brother has come after work most nights to help with the dinner/bath/bed thing, which saved me I think. But it is hard work. I have lots of lovely friends who have offered to help me, but I am not so good at accepting it.
I think I need to learn to say yes.
I hope you are keeping healthy and happy this week.
Oh lovely, you are unwell! I wanted to bring you over some soup and bikkies this week but I'm really sick and didn't want to spread my germs. Hope you are feeling better soon and hope S is doing ok too.
ReplyDeleteThinking of you and sorry I've not been able to help this week.xoxo
So sorry to hear about your loss - I find it hard to say yes with these things too x
ReplyDeleteI wish I could help you. I am Queen of the phantom drop off so that I don't "interfere" with people's routines. I just started getting poorly today too but the boys have been unwell and I'm flying solo too. I'm so pleased your brother has been able to help you. Big hugs lovely & I hope you get better soon xxxx
ReplyDeleteI would have some seriously filthy children if it weren't for hubby at dinner/bath/bed time. Hope you feel better real soon. say yes.
ReplyDeleteSending warming, healing thoughts your way. And some chocolate x
ReplyDeleteOh Jody, you poor love. It is the worst, when you're sick as a Mama. I also suffer from sinus infections and they are hideous. Very difficult to get rid of too. What a tough week for you. I understand not accepting help, I am really bad at that too... I need to learn to let go occasionally too.
ReplyDeleteHugs to you, hope the weekend is a bit more relaxing for you xo
Days coming will be better. Sure.
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Big hugs lovely. You're doing an amazing job. Let me know if you need anything xxx
ReplyDeleteSo sorry again Jody, just know that I am here if you need anything. I'm not good at accepting help either, and I also don't like to push myself onto others, as I realise some of us like to be in our own space at times like this. Looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks. xx
ReplyDeleteSolo parenting is shit. I honestly don't know how people do it all the time. I'm terrible at accepting help too, and even worse at asking for help. I hope you feel better soon lovely xxx
ReplyDeleteI do not know how anyone does solo parenting. They deserve gold, gold medals and so much more. We had a bought of sickness recently & it is tough. Hope you are feeling better soon.
ReplyDeletesolo parenting sucks, a while ago he went to canada for 2 wks leaving me with a toddler + a new job god it was hard. Hope everyone gets better soon.
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found your blog from another one I read. Glad I did. Hope you feel better soon. xxx
ReplyDeletefound your blog from another one I read. Glad I did. Hope you feel better soon. xxx
ReplyDeleteHope Mr S arrives home soon to give you a big cuddle. It's not easy when you are unwell and looking after little ones. You can ask for help, people love it and respond instantly. If you asked me for help I'd love it!
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