The Stay at Home Mother

Now I don't want to buy in to that whole typical "Monday" phenomenon when everything goes sideways - but it's a bit weird when I do find that I face more problems or challenges on this particular day in question than any other. And its almost karma, because the more you focus on the fact that it is a Monday and things are just not going your way - the more things go wrong.

To combat this - I try very hard to stay calm and be especially patient with any situation that I face, whether it is with my children or someone I don't even know, like a customer service rep on the phone (by the by - they are usually having a bad Monday too).

What I try to do is break out of our daily routine and do something different or try and make someone else's day a bit brighter.

You'd be surprised at how much an email to an old friend or a visit to the beach with the children can do wonders for your outlook. The old friend may appreciate that you thought of them, and the children will appreciate getting the opportunity to break out of their routine and do something outdoors.

I try to take myself or the problems that I am facing out of the mix and just think about all the positives that I have in my life. This day will pass - but I have the rest of my days to make up for it. It sounds a bit corny, but its the only way to combat the Monday blues and/or Monday goof ups. I am curious to know if other moms face this day with any uneasiness as well?