Don't forget to have your Adult Time.

A life long dream is coming true! 

When you decide to have kids, we don't typically think about how life will be after they arrive. I went through my first pregnancy ignorant of what would change. My life was suddenly not mine anymore. I was living for something else, for my daughter. Realizing that I couldn't just go anywhere or do anything when ever I wanted. In the beginning I felt like I was trapped. That I couldn't go anywhere without my husbands help. It took some time before I realized I needed him to much. Then it was like I woke up. 

One day it just clicked that I didn't need him to help me leave the house. That I could take care of my daughter all on my own. When my second daughter came along I was ready. I knew how to pack for a day out, or just running into town. Finding the confidence wasn't hard on the second and the third well he just kinda fell in to line. 

Now as my kids are getting older I am getting some freedom back. Also finding I might not want it back. In this case it comes in the form of a long over due HoneyMoon. This year in November is our 10 year Anniversary. To mark it we are doing something we always wanted to, but couldn't while having kids. We are going to London England! The amount of freedom that will come when we get there is something I haven't felt in a long time. I have been looking forward to this for 10 years! When I say freedom I mean the ability to not plan my day around my kids. I mean I will have the ability to do whatever I want. I don't have to share my food, or make food that the kids will eat. I can order what I please! I will be able to go for a walk and not bring a stroller, the diaper bag, and let's not forget the kids! I took all that for granted before I had kids. Now I will us my time wisely and relax and have fun! 

Some where a long the line i forgot what it meant to be a adult. Forgot that feeling of being able to buy your self something, and not worry whether you can afford the diapers after. I forgot what it meant to be that girl that likes to stay home, watch a movie and order pizza. To go shopping and not buy kids clothes but to buy ME clothes.

To the people thinking about having kids, i just want to tell you not to take your freedom for granted. Enjoy your time as a couple before you dive into parent hood. It will change you, but in a good way.

I took it for granted and now it's a treat!