The Importance of Mom Dates . . .

Last Wednesday, I had an impromptu evening out.

Was I headed on a date with my husband? Alas, no, he was staying home with the kids. Instead, I picked up a girlfriend of mine and had a mom date.

She had scored two tickets to the Omaha Fashion Week Preview and invited me along.

We had a blast. 

Having what I call a “Mom date” where you meet up with one or two friends, all by yourself, is essential for mental health. Even if it’s just a coffee date at the bookstore, or browsing the latest vintage finds at an antique store, having time apart from my children and husband and adult conversation with a friend is something my brain craves.

I love dating my husband, don’t get me wrong, but it’s also essential to build relationships with other adults every once in a while.

The opportunity to talk about something other than potty training, not having to carry around diapers and sippy cups and boxes of raisins in my purse, and being able to eat a meal or sip on a drink in the peaceful knowledge that I will be able to finish the meal while still hot or the beverage while still cold is a luxury these days.

Call me selfish, but I need that once in a while.


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