We usually head out as a family on weekend mornings. However this morning daddy couldn’t make it due to work and at the last minute I was left alone with the boy. Usually I would stay at home when this is the case. But because the boy was all geared to go out, it was impossible to convince him otherwise.
My mind was in a blank as to where to go. Usually, both of us would come up with some ideas together but this morning, being alone, I was clueless. Eventually, after driving somewhat aimlessly for 5 minute, I headed to the boy’s favourite McDonald’s.
Reflecting back on what happened, I actually felt a little lost without daddy. I wished the man to be around instead of me being left alone with the boy wondering what to do together. Because I hardly bring the boy out on my own when he is not around, especially not when it’s unplanned. Well, let’s just say there are just too many things to consider and I rather opt for the easy way out.
I must sound like some whiny mommy here, who cannot survive a moment without the husband huh? Perhaps I am.
Perhaps I’m so used to having the man around to carry the boy when he gets difficult. Decide on the place to go without having to rack my brains. Driving us to the place without getting lost. And most important, getting the car parked at the parallel parking lot perfectly.
Wow..!! talk about likeness..!! i am this way too..! never go out without PB .. too troublesome to have to deal with the brat alone..! plus lost or kenna accident how..?? sure panic big time.. ! so nope.. i wouldn’t do it without PB.. ! plus the brat wants to be carried.. most times.. from car park to the mall..!! susah..! so heavy.. !! can break my back..! hahha!
MB: Yah…same thoughts about getting lost, and the safety part! And what if he throws a tantrum? Gavin is like Chloe too and wants to be carried half the time, which I cannot manage. Haha…I think we’re all the same lah when it comes to our kids.
Comment by Mama Bok — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 @ 8:49 am
I thought you would have gone to Ikea!
DR: It did cross my mind but the boy demanded to see fountains!!! So have to go somewhere with that. Lucky McDees has it…and his fave french fries. Anyway, he was so happy…
Comment by domestic rat — Sun, 18 Mar 2007 @ 10:32 pm
Join the club…..I always tot I was very independent but everytime he travels and I am alone, I feel so so lost…think I am emotionally dependent on him.
Jan: I don’t think I’m emotionally dependent. It’s okay when he’s travelling. Unless he is away for too long. But generally, I need him around to bring the boy out together. Otherwise, very troublesome.
Comment by Jan (My lovely Rays) — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 @ 1:49 pm
Hahaha…you’re not alone! Same here, especially these days, with a bulging tummy and a super active toddler, i never leave home without - Hubby!
Eileen: Ya, with your case, even more so cos when Damien demands something, you can leave it to Daddy to handle him without stressing yourself.
Comment by Eileen — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 @ 2:20 pm
I’m the one in the house that comes out with all the ideas of where to bring the kids.. Daddy is just the driver, and the porter (carrying the kid). When I do have to go out alone with Zara, I’ll tell her before hand, “NO CARRYING OR WE GO HOME.” It works, she never asked me to carry her but always asks Daddy or the maid.
ZM: Wah, you sure have a way with your kid and your hub.
Comment by zara's mama — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 @ 1:18 pm