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Mom's Weekend Pass to Unwind

Two Nights Away to Recharge Your Batteries

By Amy Tiemann, author of Mojo Mom: Nurturing Your Self While Raising a Family (Spark, 2006)

Here are Mojo Mom's tips for a relaxing mom's weekend away:

• Scheduling at least two nights away will let you catch up on your sleep, and will give you a full "day away" that is not a travel day.

• Don't overschedule your weekend. Think about which activities will truly lead to a feeling of renewal. You don't want to come home feeling more tired than when you left. It's a true luxury to have the time to spend a day without much to do, to remember what free time feels like and to let your mind roam. When I am away, I enjoy being as lazy as a lizard basking in the sun. As a writer, I have found these breaks to be key to my work productivity when I return.

• Treat yourself to some nice meals out or enjoy cooking together. Watch your alcohol consumption – overindulgence never feels good the next day and can undo the rejuvenating effects of your time away.

• Your idea of a fun weekend might be to go shopping and catch a show in the city, but even if you create an urban getaway, set aside some time where you can visit a natural setting to reconnect with natural beauty and walk outside.

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