Time Out for Theta Mom Thursday is back and I am hosting this party once a month! For those of you visiting for the first time, the goal is to grab one hour of time within one month to do whatever you want…without the kids. It’s such an amazing proposition, I know! On the last Thursday of each month, post how you spent your time out (add my button from the right side bar or link to me) and be sure to stop here to link up and meet other Theta Moms to see how they spent their time out!
So I am officially kicking-off this monthly time out party! Woo Hoo!
And I must say I certainly enjoyed my time out this month. January is such a busy time for us as a family because we have a few friends and other family members that have birthdays this month. It’s always fun getting together to celebrate, but it’s just as fun to go shopping for the presents!
Remember my chotchkie drawer? If you missed that post, it really is a must read so check that out here. Well, I went to Target (one of my absolute favorites) picking up a few items from the dollar bins to add to my chotchkie collection, but I was also there to shop for the many presents I needed to purchase. Seriously, you should see our weekend calendar in January…it’s birthday party central.
I can’t tell you how relaxing it is to be in a store that I really enjoy without reaching for a sippy cup every five seconds as a trail of goldfish speckles the floor. I don’t have to listen to the cries of my daughter because she no longer wants to ride in the shopping cart. I don’t have to argue with my son as he tries to get me to buy every single thing in the store.
Nope…it was just me, my red Target cart and the peace of mind that this was my time. I enjoyed shopping for the gifts, picking out fun birthday cards and finding cute bags and wrap to match. I even picked up an adorable shirt for myself! So take that, stranger in my closet!!! It really was a glorious afternoon, well spent without the kids.
Sooooo……I can’t wait to read your blogs! How did you spend your one hour this month? If you are participating in Theta Mom Thursday, link up and share your time out and be sure to visit some other Theta Moms as well!
I am so loving this!!!
Twitter: womansvoice
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I love having time out! Thanks for bringing this back. I need a shopping trip without kids. Way to go!
Twitter: thismamaworksit
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I have been looking forward to this all last night and this morning! It was so much fun putting it together! Thanks for bringing it back and adding mr. linky to it. Can’t wait to meet some other bloggy moms.
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Yeah ladies!!! I am so glad I brought this back, too! Here’s to an awesome time out Theta Moms!!!
WOO HOO!!
XOXO
thanks for bringin’ theta back!(in my worst “bringin’ sexy back” dance)
i love target— in know EXACTLY what you mean about the goldfish trail! lmao!!
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Yeah Tina – Ugh, that freakin goldfish trail! lol
Super way to spend your special time. I was at Target just yesterday and sprung for a new shirt too
Twitter: LauraBlue24
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I’m alone right now…kids at school husband at work….wooo hhoooo does that count. Will be the same tomorrow morning as well
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Oh, Vodka Logic – It sounds dreamy! lol
Twitter: luvbargains
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I LOVE time-out! What to do, what to do? Shopping, reading, exercising, hmmmm…napping. Have a great day:)
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Thanks so much Sherri – You too!
Twitter: notmommyofyear
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Just found your blog recently since tip-toeing into this blogging world. LOVE IT and love this idea!
Twitter: erinclosingtime
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I absolutely LOVE going to Target by myself. It really is one of my favorite things! There is just something about pushing that red cart around (and our Target is new and has the best red carts ever)!
We love the $1 section too, but I don’t have a chotchkie drawer. I absolutely need to do that!
Twitter: yonca1
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I’m glad Theta Mom Thursday is back! Shopping for the gifts is so much fun! Have a wonderful day Heather!
Twitter: shellthings
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I was totally thinking there was still another week left in January- because I had wanted to do this this month! Ugh!
I also thought I was already following you, but I guess I wasn’t. Fixed that!
Twitter: _MamaJules_
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I love Target. And going there by myself is even better!
Twitter: BLOGitse
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If you ladies have a minute please check my post how to protect your photographs (at least to try!).
I can’t participate this meme because I have many hours per DAY I can do what ever I want! I know, I know not fair
but I’ve been busy and without a life of my own…couple of years ago! 
Enjoy your hour!
Twitter: ChicCheapNrsery
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I am so excited that Time Out Thursdays are back!
And I am back from DR just in time to participate!
And did I mention I absolutely love TARGET? A little jealous you got to go solo
Twitter: ThetaMom
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I know ladies, Target is the BEST…especially trips going alone! lol
Twitter: baptistness
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I just came over from Too Many Hats, and this is an EXCELLENT idea! I actually had a 50-minute massage last week, thanks to a Christmas gift from The Husband! I actually blogged about it here: http://www.baptistness.com/2010/01/trust-me-there-are-no-tense-muscles.html. It was… interesting!
Great idea! Can’t wait to come back and read more!
I love love love TARGET it is my favorite store. Ahhhh I am so jealous right now I need to have solo shopping trip soon. LOL
happy timeout thursday!
G
Always nice to have some mama time!
I love Target! I could spend all day in that store! And I love Theta Mom Thursday, so nice to make time for me
To shop without kids… That’s like a dream!
Glad you had a good one and hurrah for the Theta Mom Thursday to come in 2010!!!
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Mandy and Eve – Amen ladies!!! Theta Mom Thursday will keep us in check!
Twitter: aidenscross
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Yay! Me time, Rocks! I love me some Tar-jay, maybe I’ll go solo for my next “Time Out”…but I really enjoyed my “me time” this week!
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Yay Christy! Woo Hoo for some time out!!!
Great story…I think I’ve mentioned this to you before in comments…I love quite me time at Target…there’s just somthin’ about it! I always get an iced coffee first…and shop around leisurely, sippin’ on my hazelnut coffee…so nice! Good for you!
http://thepursuitofmommyness.com/
I have a Target OBSESSION right now. We have a brand new one near our house (which also happens to be right by Whole foods – added bonus) and this is one of those new Targets that has a Starbucks inside as well. HEAVEN!
Twitter: notmommyofyear
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psst… this checking out everyone’s blog thing is making me really jealous over really fun layouts and witty blog titles.
Love your idea of doing this once a month:)
Shopping by yourself is such a gift…and that is what I managed to do! It is amazing how much you can spend when you are all by yourself!
Twitter: chaoticcbk
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This is UNHEARD of…Me Time?? LOL…what a wonderful idea! I’ll have to participate next month! Think it’s possible to fit in a Mani, Pedi, Color, Cut, Facial & Waxing in 1 hour?? I think I might have to take the whole day! AHHHHHHH!!!
Fantastic Blog…looking forward to reading more!
xoxoxo,
Kristen
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Thanks so much for stopping by Kristen! Off to check out your blog…
Twitter: AnotherMomOf2
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I love love love Target trips– especially alone!! I’m working my way through the list now during kids naptimes, commenting and following the other time out mamas! Great great idea!
Twitter: mrsaddison
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I’m loving reading about everybody’s me time! Also Theta Mom, I added your button to my blog!
Twitter: CrystalandComp
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An h.o.u.r. to myself? You mean like a whole 60 minutes? Yeah, right! With five boys, that is not happening… how will they possibly survive without me? They beat down the bathroom door when I am in there for 3 minutes. I’ve tried hiding in there, that does not work!
Check out my blog and you will understand what I mean!
It is nice to dream , though!
Crystal & Co.
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Thanks so much Shay and I am off to check out your blog Crystal…
I have started planning my herb and vegetable garden for this year. I love looking at the gardening books and have started looking at this year’s choices. Once the plan is drawn, I will give it to hubby to build while I foreman… THEN, to play in the dirt!
Okay I feel so silly. I wrote a post it and put it on my computer. I looked down today after I posted and noticed I was suppose to do this. I am so sorry I totally did not stand by my word and post. When are you hosting it next month? Let me know. I will tape it to my head this time.. Thanks.. Sorry..
Twitter: ThetaMom
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No worries Amy! I will host this party the last Thursday of every month.
I think I need practice at this. I spent my Me-Time organizing.
It was nice not to have anyone second guessing my choices, though.
Just found you and definitely will be reading more.
Next month I promise to do better!
Twitter: ThetaMom
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Thanks for stopping by DogsMom – Off to check out your blog…
This is my first time here, and I have to say what a great idea! It’s been more than a year and I was finally able to take time out for myself. Everyone’s reminded me it needs to much more often then that!
Twitter: ThetaMom
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So glad you stopped by and joined us Jennifer – Off to check out your time out!
Twitter: winey_mommy
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Ooohh…honey, you know me and Target!! That sounds wonderful. I plan on taking a solo shopping trip soon–and your post? Totally reminded me why
xoxo
Twitter: StrollerBallet
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I love having time out! But I didn’t get to it this month. Poo. Next month I am planning a mani/pedi.
Twitter: saysomthngstac
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I wish I’d had a chance to participate this month! I must next time!
I’m enjoying reading them if nothing else
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Twitter: salt_says
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I am not a mom, but I just had to speak up in my agreement with Target being one of the best stores ever. I took a wedding planning time out last Saturday and just went and wandered around in there for about an hour looking at stuff, trying on clothes, etc. It was so relaxing. And I found a cute dress too!
Twitter: lifeinthebatcav
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Shopping with no kids in tow is a lovely thing! However I am way too dangerous in Target when there is nobody there to slow me down!
Shopping is a whole different experience when you’re alone, isn’t it? Good for you and congrats on getting yourself a new skirt.