((bbren))

You sound very frustrated and disappointed. The next time you and your husband agree on an arrangement for time for yourself, include the stipulation that it is definite and nothing short of a disaster will change it.

They can do without you for a short time. It would be helpful if they could understand that you are as important as they are and you have needs and need to take care of yourself, as we all do. How selfish of your husband to put his needs before yours. (my opinion--sorry! )

If you have 20 minutes (though it seems like only 5 minutes!), here is a wonderfully relaxing free guided meditation site. It is a very beautiful guided meditation called Secret Garden at www.meditainment.com. I hope you can find time to try it and I hope it helps you feel better.

Maybe your husband could use it the next time you are on your way out and he is feeling anxious about that.

I hope you make some definite plans again to take care you you.



ECHOES