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The Queen's Chair: Taking Time Off

Marsha Jones · Wednesday, December 30th 2009 at 10:37AM · 235 views
My world changed on December 23rd. My children have been out of school and mom got a chance to catch up on sleep. No 5 a.m. alarm clock to wake up to. No cries of "Mom, I don't have anything to wear to school speech." No homework. No permission slip to sign. No quizzes. It's been great.

Instead, we've played games, opened holiday cards, seen theatricial productions like Ashcakes and A Christmas Story, made cakes and cookies, watched movies and got the house ready for the holidays. We also did some much needed work around our house. The kids got to sleep in and I've had quiet time for myself.

My world will change again come Monday. It's time to get back to the grind. My body is rejuvenated; my spirit bright. While I'm excited about the possibilities for 2010; it will be nice to have the house back to myself.

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Marsha Jones Rochester, NY

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Richard Kigel Wednesday, December 30th 2009 at 10:44AM

Welcome back!!! Missed your voice! I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas holiday and will have a peaceful, prosperous year!

Marsha Jones Wednesday, December 30th 2009 at 10:51AM

Thanks, Richard. We had a very relaxing and busy holiday. Have a lot to say in the New Year and I finished my novel, Win...Win, which comes out in February.

Richard Kigel Wednesday, December 30th 2009 at 11:08AM

Your novel!!! Good for you!!! I'd love to find out more. Is it on your profile? I'll check now!

Marsha Jones Wednesday, December 30th 2009 at 11:18AM

Not yet. I'll let you know when it's up. Promise....

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