January 16, 2008

  • I went out by myself last night.

    I had to do a story and then I needed to get some things for a baby shower that's going to be held at my house this Friday.  My friend Amanda is having her "joy" baby in just a few short weeks. 

    I have some new friends visiting my blog who may wonder, what is a joy baby?  It's what I call a baby born after a mother has suffered a loss such as miscarriage or stillbirth.  Lorelei is my joy baby.  In fact, her middle name is Joy.  The name comes from my Bible study of the word following our loss.

    Amanda's having a boy after already having two girls, so we want to shower her with all thing boyish and blue.  I'm looking forward to it. 

    I went to get some paper goods and such for the shower.  I wasn't sure how long it would take me, and didn't want to take the girls to a bunch of places, if that's what happened, so I asked Josh if it would be ok if I just went out by myself for awhile.  He never minds letting me take off like that.  In fact, he often encourages me to do it when I've had a bad day.  But this is one of the few times I've gone out and I haven't already been exhausted by a less than great day. 

    I ended up finding what I needed at the first store I went to.  It was so nice to have what I needed to get done finished, and then having "nothing" to do.  I also enjoyed just driving in the car in silence.  No one was talking, crying, singing or irritating someone else and Patch the Pirate wasn't coming out of the speakers. 

    I got a magazine, went to Panera Bread (which was empty and quiet, too) and sat quietly in a corner.  (I think I do this every time I go off by myself.)

    It was just enough to rejuvenate me.  I was done so early that I got home in time to tuck Ainsley in.  (Lorelei was already in bed.) 

    Thank you Lord for time by myself.  Thank you Lord for an understanding, agreeable husband.  Thank you Lord for children to tuck into bed and sleepy heads to kiss. 

Comments (14)

  • What a wonderful 'get away' time! I love 'roaming' in stores. This of course annoys Jim to death so it is my time  ;)

    Have a great rest of the day!

  • I'm glad you got to get out by yourself, I don't get to do that very often, either.  I hope you are having a good day, and I'll see you tonight.

  • wow, sounds like a nice time! I would love to go to Panera by myself. What a great idea!

  • how fun!!!!!!!  i'm so glad you enjoyed yourself like that!

  • I'm glad you got to go out by yourself.  I am a HUGE advocate of that.  LOL

    THanks for all you are doing for Amanda's shower.  I cannot wait.  I can't wait to talk and be silly with all of you.  We're going to have SUCH a great time!

    Love ya!

  • I'm so glad your putting on a shower for Amanda.  I can't wait to see pictures and hear the story of that day.  You are a blessing to our xanga family and to your sisters and brothers in Christ.  Keep it up!

  • Oh, yay!  The shower sounds like so much fun and I think I'm a little jealous!

    I'm glad you enjoyed your time out.  It's a nice thing to do now and then, isn't it?

    I pray that God blesses your time together with your sisters in Christ and that the fellowship is very sweet.

    Alesha

  • That sounds so great!!  That is nice that you are doing that for your friend.   Getting time alone sounds so nice!   I have been wanting to go to Border's for months by myself, haven't gotten to do that yet:)   Your husband sounds like a wonderful man!

  • pink is my favorite color- i'll never get sick of it :o )

  • It sounds like you had a sweet day with the Lord.  : )  Your hubby sounds wonderful!   Take care now, hugs!   ~Mrs. Amelia

  • Cathi... I am so excited about tonight and glad just to know I will be able to come over to your cozy house and enjoy an evening with our sweet Calvary friends. Thank you for hosting a shower for me and Wes, I greatly appreciate it and hope to return the favor to you and Josh someday soon (ha, ha, ha) that will get everyone talking.....I just think it would be nice if someone would have a little playmate for Wes.

    Love ya -Amanda

  • I noticed you stopped by my site, so I thought I'd return the favor.  :)   I loved your entry!  I too cherish those rare times away by myself and am always tempted to just drive around enjoying the quiet...  Too bad gas is so expensive!  Anyway, you're welcome back anytime!

  • What a lovely name, "joy baby."  I love that!

    I'm so happy for you, getting to enjoy some solitude.  It's good to get away for a little while sometimes.  It's like a tiny vacation to refresh ourselves.  I'm weird, though--I can only take it in little doses.  I miss my husband and son if we're apart for more than an hour or so.  LOL!!

    Thank you for you heart-felt comment.  :)

    Love,
    Laurie

  • I too have a joy baby...my miss Ashley was conceived after a still born pregnancy that was terminated for my own health. What a blessing our children are...Glad you had a night to yourself....Im lookin forward to mine...Lisa, Happy Heartbeat Monday

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