little white truths

It's autumn here now and the weather's been getting colder. That's always a shock to the system, and it's hard enough to get out of bed these days with the sleep-deprivation that comes along with having young children. The cold makes it even harder.

But it's almost the end of April, so it's time for my monthly positives. I've been sitting at the computer since 4am, wondering what the hell I can say through my exhaustion. Yes there are always positives to find if you look hard enough, but my brain is so weighed down and foggy that nothing can float to the surface with ease.

I will try.

My husband is off for a road trip this week

Yes, Mex is packing up and heading off with a friend for a few days. This is good for a few reasons. First, he'll be getting a much-needed break and he'll be free to sleep to his heart's content. Second, he's taking the dog. This is good because there will be one less 'child' in the house to care for (well, two less - if you count Mex ; )), so life here will be a touch easier for a few days

Also, my parents have agreed to look after my daughter for a night or two during this time, so it will just be me here with my son. I won't know myself! And it will be a damn sight easier to head out with a single pram (bloody hate the double pram), and to only have one child to strap into a car seat. 

So yes, a break is coming. Not a full one, but a relative one at least.

I'm off swimming duty for two weeks

Every Sunday we take my daughter swimming, which we have done since she was eight months old. We go because she loves it and because learning to swim is so important - particularly in a country like Australia, where beaches and pools are everywhere so kids should learn swimming for their own safety. I also used to teach kids swimming myself, so I perhaps feel its importance more than others might do.

But gosh, Mex and I both hate going in the water. We take it in turns, just to be fair. I like it when I'm in the pool with my daughter - it's time spent with her that I really enjoy - but oh how that chlorine plays havoc with my hair and skin. And I just can't handle the smell of it. Plus there's that walk home when you're soaked and cold and feeling all gross...

But it's Mex's turn today, and my brother has kindly offered to do swimming duty next Sunday, while Mex is away. So I'm off the hook for two weeks!