rocio Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I do. When I'm doing my makeup - my daughter wants to play with my mascara and my husband is shaving behind me, trying to get a piece of the mirror. When I'm cooking supper - my daughter is pulling out the pots and pans and my husband keeps bumping into me, trying to steal bites of what's cooking. ...Anyone else feel this way? Link to comment
Cognitive_Canine Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I feel this way with my sisters all the time at home. When I'm trying to watch tv and they are just making tons of noise. Screaming and laughing and yelling and screaming. And then my mom starts the vacuum. I just want to tear down the wall paper at the point. haha. Link to comment
CallingAllAngels Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I think we all feel this way sometimes.... Link to comment
purpleduckie Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I feel this way whenever I'm home. I never get a moment alone, not even when I go to sleep... or shower LOL. my family has like no concept of privacy! This is why it's essential that I have my own place. Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I do. When I'm doing my makeup - my daughter wants to play with my mascara and my husband is shaving behind me, trying to get a piece of the mirror. When I'm cooking supper - my daughter is pulling out the pots and pans and my husband keeps bumping into me, trying to steal bites of what's cooking. ...Anyone else feel this way? Yes all the time- which is why I just made a "guest bedroom" in my home- a place that stays clean and is not used by my husband or son at all. I called it the "guest bedroom" to be used "in case anyone stays over" but in reality it is secretly my little room. I decorated it like a room you would stay in at a cozy bed and breakfast. Sometimes walking in there just makes me feel better. Knowing I have the option to go in there and close the door is a good feeling. I have some of my favorite books stashed in the dresser drawer, and some chocolate in the closet that I won't have to share. Shhhhh- don't tell! lol Link to comment
rocio Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 I'm spending the night at your place, Bella. Prepare the guest room please! Link to comment
keenan Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I do, lol. When I'm trying to get ready to go out at night, it drives me crazy when my fiance is standing behind me, sharing the mirror as I'm trying to put make-up on or do my hair, or bumping into me trying to find his tie when I'm putting on a dress. I don't want to be rude to him, but sometimes you just wanna do the 'behind the scenes' prep BEHIND THE SCENES, you know? Else, sheesh..where's the magic? This is why ladies used to have private dressing rooms, ha. Link to comment
amtjrtcet Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I even feel this way sometimes, and I live alone...well, with my two dogs...They're always wanting my attention or the phone is constantly ringing....I'm really a solo kinda person, I get soooo annoyed when people are constantly trying to talk to me or get in my space....so I can't imagine how it feels to have a family or live with someone. Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 the phone is constantly ringing. Mine is too- I get to the point where I take my home phone off the hook sometimes. Link to comment
IMAbadman Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I think we all feel this way sometimes.... So very true. Take a deep breath and know you're blessed for your daughter and husband in your life. Link to comment
rocio Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 Take a deep breath and know you're blessed for your daughter and husband in your life. I so know this! And I feel bad about needing my own space sometimes. I spend most of the day at work and I should enjoy the time I have with them. But its easier said than done. Like amtjrtcet, I've always been someone who enjoys being solo. Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 And I feel bad about needing my own space sometimes I don't think you should fall into the trap of feeling unearned guilt for needing your own space. We ALL need our own space sometimes- and when you have it, it makes you a better wife and mom overall. Work is not really your own space- you are told what to do while you are there and still have demands placed on you. Link to comment
IphigeniaSaysHi Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I often feel this way at work. Doing one thing, 3 other interns behind me chatting, supervisor leaning over my desk asking me something, people buzzing to get in the door. ACK! Link to comment
rocio Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 No, my office is my sanctuary. Nobody really bugs me and I do my own thing. I can't imagine how work-at-home-moms manage. Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 There are times when I am sitting and having a snack and I see 3 PAIRS of eyes looking at me- my husband's, my son's, and even the cat's...... Now of course they can get their own snack but part of being "a mom" is that they think it tastes better when the "mom" gets it for them or shares hers. They are afraid they are missing out on something. This is why I have chocolate hidden in a closet in my house. Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 I can't imagine how work-at-home-moms manage. I work from home sometimes, and it is no walk in the park. I am glad that I have the option to- but it is VERY difficult to get work done with a toddler, especially if he wants to PLAY on your computer. Link to comment
Cognitive_Canine Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 There are times when I am sitting and having a snack and I see 3 PAIRS of eyes looking at me- my husband's, my son's, and even the cat's...... Now of course they can get their own snack but part of being "a mom" is that they think it tastes better when the "mom" gets it for them or shares hers. They are afraid they are missing out on something. This is why I have chocolate hidden in a closet in my house. Ah, yes. I know this one too. I'll get a pudding out and I have to hide it. If either of my sisters sees me...they want pudding. They NEED pudding. They NEED specifically my pudding. And, god help me if it was the last one. Then I usually get yelled at by my mom... Same with computer use...TV use...really anything. As soon as I start enjoying myself, four little eyes start thinking that they NEED to be doing that exact same thing! And, I have to just give it up so they can do what they want. I spend a lot of time at home locked in my room... Link to comment
BellaDonna Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 The only good thing is that I have used my son's interest in my food to my advantage- toddler eating in general is a battle. If he is being picky and won't eat- I just start pretending to eat his food and suddenly he's all over me and wants to have some too. Link to comment
rocio Posted April 15, 2009 Author Share Posted April 15, 2009 If he is being picky and won't eat- I just start pretending to eat his food and suddenly he's all over me and wants to have some too. Works every time! Link to comment
Seraphim Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Sometimes when I get the chance I run away and hide from EVERYONE Link to comment
Iwantittoend Posted April 15, 2009 Share Posted April 15, 2009 Yes, I feel like this all the time. I hate when people get up in my grill and bother me. Most of the time I just want to go home and shut the door so I can get away from society for awhile...or FOREVER. Link to comment
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