[graci42]

Some may recall that for the past 8 weeks, the DH and I have been taking care of his 2 nieces....Well...Friday is the day they go home.

Part of me is sad to see them go and the other part of me wants to throw a party! I feel guilty about that, but I want my life back, too.

My sis keeps telling me what a GOOD person I am...I'M NOT! I feel horrible and elated at the same time. Will someone please explain this to me????

How would you deal with a situation like this???

 

[captclearance]

Sounds natural to me.... and yes you are a wonderful person for having them..... It's a lot of work.......

 

[MJsLady]

Graci, you did better than I would have! I have worked in day care since I was 17. I quit last year running my own home care center.
I do not want to do it again! I will do for friends for limited periods, like 1 day! As for 9-5 (or usually 6-8!!!) M-F, Nope!
This may change if I get grandkids but for now, I am enjoying a small child free home!

 

[Darlene]

You sound normal to me Graci! 2 weeks is a long time no matter who the guest is. Hey on a smaller scale I'm happy when Monday rolls around and the kids go back to school. Love 'em dearly but they get on my nerves sometimes.
If you feel guilty dancing on Friday I'll dance with you.:fdance:

 

[Heather]

No you shouldn't feel bad at all. You have done a great job looking after your nieces and will feel good getting your house and routine back. Good for you!!:smball:

 

[homesteadmamma]

Sounds normal to me also. Don't feel guilty about those feelings at all - we all have them, even with our own kids at times. :toothy:

You've done a great job in taking care of them for this period of time. Celebrate when Friday comes!!

 

[gemmbp]

I do the Monday "Happy Dance" too! and they are my kids. You are a good person... 2 weeks is a long visit,and it changes your whole routine. Just think you are now the favorite aunt and you will enjoy that so much later on-trust me! I'll do the happy dance with you too:dancing: