I know this sounds awful !

[ethel1]

I know this sounds awful,and I do feel guilty.
But my DD has gone on holiday for respite for
5 days.
So I have all this free time to enjoy myself.
Go out with my hubby as a couple (very novel)
Is this what is a 'normal life' is it takes a lot of getting use to.

if I could have a place for dd1, where I knew she was safe and happy, and comfortable, I owuld certainly send her for respite.

do NOT feel guilty.

enjoy your time - what are your plans?

Enjoy, i wish i could get rid of my dd's (even for an hour) so i could do normal things and spend time with dh.

enjoy, and don't feel guilty. children without disabilities often go away with family/friends/school etc, the respite is giving you the same sort of opportunity for both you and her.

I know exactly what you mean. They can be a headache when they're about but when they're gone it's like having a missing limb...

Try to relax and enjoy.

You miss your dd.!!!!!!!!

She is " on holiday".

Bet shes having a great time.
Its good to have a chance to do other things than the usual.
Enjoy the break, dont feel guilty .You need to recharge your energy yourself.

Id kill for time alone with DH !
Make the most of it.

Don't waste it with cleaning or DIY.

enjoy yourselves don't feel guilty and have a treat.

Enjoy every minute, feeling very envious here

DS[16] went for 3 days last week first time ever so I took DD2[15] to see footloose we never get to do anything together really enjoyed ourselves, DH and I also went out for a bite to eat.
Enjoy the peace you deserve a break.

Don't feel guilty. Although I love ds1 I feel the whole house is a calmer less stressful place when he is at respite. It feels strangely quiet even with dd2 (less severely ASD) at home. I imagine this is what it is like in 'normal' households. ENJOY IT!

Have a lovely time! ds went to Speech Camp for 4 days last June and much as we all missed him it was nice! Have a nice lie in or two!

Dont feel guilty, you need time to recharge your batteries. You will obviously miss DD but remember she's having a great time you should too. Its not often we get a break so enjoy every minute with your DH. My DS gets 21 nts per year usually split fri-mon & mon-fri every 2nd month, it gives me quality time with other 2 ds and dh and lets us be normal for short time would never be without ds love him more than life, but it is sooo easy, can go out n do normal things dont have to wait to see how ds is that day ie good or bad mood, dont have to trail wheelchair, extra clothes, nappies, bag full of things its great just to jump in the car with no stress. Enjoy your time DD will be back before you know it.

Have a great time ethel.
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