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    Home » Crafts

    Free Printable: Pause and Just Be Happy (plus, a Giveaway!)

    Updated: Feb 14, 2018 by Melissa Mortenson · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 149 Comments


    Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com I’m a mom to 3 kids, 2 of them are twins.  I wasn’t one of those people who was afraid or panicked when I found out we were having twins, I was ecstatic.  We had been going through fertility treatments for a couple of years and even lost a pregnancy, so the news that two babies were on the way was very very welcomed.  I would never say that I always wanted a big family, but I would say that I knew that I wanted more than two kids.  I think I instinctively knew that this was going to be my last pregnancy and 3 kids seemed like just the right number to me. The pregnancy was somewhat smooth, no huge problems, but not easy sailing either.  
    The delivery was another story, I spent months recovering.  During that time I found myself at home, alone, taking care of the 3 kids.  I also had just transitioned from a full-time job so the whole thing was a bit of an adjustment for me.  During that time I found a few things that helped get me through some of the rougher days.  Although I admit, when I look back I have mostly all happy memories of that time.  Those kids were a lot of fun.

     

    Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com For some reason, my kids were always very well-behaved in the car. I found that if we left the house every day, things seemed to run smoother. My oldest daughter loved this, as she wasn’t stuck at home all day with screaming babies (she was 6 at the time). Many days we’d load the babies up in a stroller and walk around the mall or a store. Most of the time we didn’t buy anything we just enjoyed getting out and walking around.  

     

    As they got older I found that we spent more and more time in the car so I started to use that time as a little bit of “decompression” time for myself.  I’d usually load up my purse with a bunch of magazines, a soda and a treat.  Then I’d spend my time flipping through magazines and enjoying a snack as I waited for soccer practice to end, or dance or whatever it was that day. My oldest is now 19 and those babies are about to turn 14!!! I find that I need those quiet moments just as much as ever.  

     

    Since I work at home (this blog) and the kids are gone all day, quiet is not the problem nowadays, the problem is walking away from work and taking a minute to pause.

    Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com I find sewing very relaxing… the problem is, when it’s your JOB sometimes it’s not relaxing. The busier I get, the more I find that I still need a sewing project as a coping mechanism. The problem is that it gets muddled in with all of my deadlines.  I decided a while ago that I need to keep some of those sewing projects just for myself.  Things that I sit down and sew with NO intention of ever blogging about it.  

     

    Right now I’m playing around with English paper piecing and smocking.  I try a few days a week to pause from what I’m working on and sit and work on what I call a “slow sewing” project.  I’ll turn on the TV, pour myself a soda, and grab a treat. Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com

    One of my favorite treats are the Pepperidge Farm® Milano® cookies… For me they are the perfect combination of crunch and dark chocolate.  I just have to make sure that I only take two out of the package and put the package right back in the cupboard, otherwise I’ll eat the entire bag!

     

    To help us all remember to pause for a moment (myself included) I’ve made a free printable for you that you can download over on the templates page.  It’s one of my favorite quotes: Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com

    “Now and then it’s good to pause in our pursuit of happiness and just be happy”… Wise words, even though they are sometimes hard to follow.

    Free Printable Quote from polkadotchair.com

    As a way to help you find a moment for yourself, today one lucky reader has a chance to win a $100 Visa gift card!

     

    You can use it to indulge yourself a bit. Whether it’s a spa treatment, a fun night out with your family or a magazine and a bag of cookies, you decide! To enter for a chance to win, just leave a comment below… Tell me: “What are some of your favorite ways to pause and take a moment?”  I can’t wait to read all of your ideas, I may even need to adopt some for myself!  

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    This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older (or nineteen (19) years of age or older in Alabama and Nebraska). Winners will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. The notification email will come directly from BlogHer via the sweeps@blogher email address. You will have 2 business days to respond; otherwise a new winner will be selected.

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    Melissa Mortenson

    Melissa Mortenson is a blogger, designer, and content creator. She is the Polka Dot Chair blog founder and has been sharing fresh and creative ideas with readers since 2008. She is the author of “Project Teen, Handmade Gifts your Teen will Actually Love.” Her work and designs have been featured on HuffPost, TODAY, Pioneer Woman, HGTV, BuzzFeed, Better Homes & Gardens, and many other established publications. Her first fabric line, “Derby Style,” debuted in January 2015 through Riley Blake Designs.  Additional fabric collections have followed it in subsequent years. A mom of 3, she considers herself lucky to be living in Kentucky.

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    1. Kelly O. says

      May 04, 2015 at 10:01 am

      I love those cookies!! my guilty pleasure!

      Reply
    2. Amy chappell says

      May 04, 2015 at 10:18 am

      I love to unwind watching a good show on tv, or sewing. 🙂

      Reply
    3. Anita says

      May 04, 2015 at 10:24 am

      I love to unwind with some handwork, embroidery or knitting and a good movie on the tv.

      Reply
    4. Bunny Wilson says

      May 04, 2015 at 10:57 am

      My favorite way to unwind is a long hot bath while reading a book.

      Reply
    5. latanya says

      May 04, 2015 at 2:44 pm

      reading a good book outside

      Reply
    6. latanya says

      May 04, 2015 at 2:45 pm

      https://twitter.com/sweetums82/status/595298054837776384

      Reply
    7. Kelly D says

      May 04, 2015 at 5:35 pm

      I enjoy going on a nature walk or enjoying a cup of coffee.

      Reply
    8. Kelly D says

      May 04, 2015 at 5:36 pm

      tweet
      https://twitter.com/Kellydpa/status/595341247994290176

      Reply
    9. Julie Wood says

      May 04, 2015 at 6:54 pm

      My favorite way to get me time is to make healthy smoothies, and spending time doing my yoga and meditation. It really helps me stay focused!

      Reply
    10. Mami2jcn says

      May 04, 2015 at 7:00 pm

      I spend “me” moments early in the morning before everyone wakes up. I catch up on emails and just enjoy the silence.

      Reply
    11. Mami2jcn says

      May 04, 2015 at 7:01 pm

      tweet–https://twitter.com/mami2jcn/status/595362587535122432

      Reply
    12. Lisa says

      May 04, 2015 at 7:08 pm

      I love to have a cup of tea, some cookies & curl up with a good book!

      Reply
    13. Pat S says

      May 04, 2015 at 8:50 pm

      I sit quietly and reflect on the blessings in my life. Even spending a few quiet “mindless” moments gives me a new focus…

      Reply
    14. Elena says

      May 04, 2015 at 8:59 pm

      I like to enjoy a cup of tea and read a book

      Reply
    15. Elena says

      May 04, 2015 at 9:00 pm

      tweet https://twitter.com/ElenaIstomina/status/595392106664960001

      Reply
    16. Jane Brown says

      May 04, 2015 at 10:14 pm

      i like those Milano cookies also, they’re not too sweet and are just enough to satisfy my sweet tooth.

      Reply
    17. Stephanie Williams says

      May 04, 2015 at 11:09 pm

      i take a moment to relax first thing after getting my kids fed. I review my day with a cup of coffee and then read or check blogs for the next 15 minutes. I also use dr. Appts as time for me too.

      Reply
    18. heather says

      May 04, 2015 at 11:09 pm

      I pamper myself with a bubble bath and Milano cookies.

      Reply
    19. janice lashley says

      May 05, 2015 at 1:14 am

      My favorite moment of pausing is to just stop everything I’m doing at the moment, pay attention to my breathing and everything going on in my surroundings and to mentally list things I have in my life that I’m grateful for. And like others when I need a bit of time to myself I create things, quilts, embroidery, painting, etc. I also love to look at my garden and just sit in a chair as the sun goes down and breathe in how it smells. Thank You so much for your giveaway. janicelashley@gmail.com

      Reply
    20. Dorian says

      May 05, 2015 at 7:34 am

      I am lucky enough to live up in the mtns. away from the city lights and noises. I have a house full of 4 kids that I homeschool, so finding quiet time, a time to pause in my day, is pretty important. I love to just go outside and talk a walk by myself. Just sit under pine tree and listen to the wind blowing thru it. It also helps to get up before the sun, so that I can have some quiet all to myself 🙂

      Reply
    21. Theresa M. says

      May 05, 2015 at 7:49 am

      I like to unwind on my covered deck. In the evening I sit on my glider and gently rock, sipping on a glass of wine and watch the moon come up.

      Reply
    22. Crafty Ashley B says

      May 05, 2015 at 9:59 am

      Sometimes I’ll take the long way home just to be alone with my thoughts. I’ve also just driven to one of the lakes in town and just sat looking at the water. No thoughts, no purpose, just being.

      Reply
    23. Pamela Gurganus says

      May 05, 2015 at 11:10 am

      My favorite way to pause and take a moment is to sit out on the patio with a good book and a nice glass of wine.

      Reply
    24. Pamela Gurganus says

      May 05, 2015 at 11:11 am

      I tweeted about this promotion. https://twitter.com/PJGurganus/status/595606309988388864

      Reply
    25. jessica w says

      May 05, 2015 at 11:49 am

      I love to read a book, paint my nails, or some of fun activity.

      Reply
    26. jessica w says

      May 05, 2015 at 11:51 am

      I tweeted too! https://twitter.com/jessrwarfield/status/595616100307468290

      Reply
    27. Sarah J. says

      May 05, 2015 at 3:10 pm

      There was a time, a few years ago, when I was working part time, working on my MS, and had an infant. My job and my school were both 30-60+ minutes from my house in opposite directions, so my commutes were lengthy but I realized after finishing my MS, moving away from my job and being home with 2 kids that I missed that time in the car- it was quiet and it was mine! Now I sew and go out shopping/ browsing to decompress and have time to myself, or my husband takes the kids out so I can have quiet time at home.

      Reply
    28. auschick says

      May 05, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      My guilty pleasure is Tim Tams and sewing kids clothes 🙂

      Reply
    29. Kathy E. says

      May 05, 2015 at 9:03 pm

      I like to unwind (more than once a day) playing Words With Friends on my iPad. I’ve made new friends in Colorado and Vegas just playing the game. Want to play? I’m pretty good! 🙂

      Reply
    30. Lars says

      May 05, 2015 at 9:25 pm

      I love to unwind with my wife in the evening – sometimes we have tea and cookies in the evening.
      Thanks!
      Larslaura27@gmail.com

      Reply
    31. MelanieC says

      May 06, 2015 at 12:58 am

      If I”m home…I love taking a hot shower. If I”m out and about…Iooking through the photos of my kids always makes me happy.

      Reply
    32. Elizabeth @ Pineapples and Polka Dots says

      May 06, 2015 at 6:41 pm

      I love that print! Thanks for sharing it, and for the reminder! I love doing a craft project of some kind, or sitting outside in our deck and relaxing!

      Reply
    33. Jessie C. says

      May 07, 2015 at 12:00 am

      My favorite ways to pause and take a moment are reading and taking a long walk.
      tcarolinep at gmail dot com

      Reply
    34. Jessie C. says

      May 07, 2015 at 12:00 am

      -https://twitter.com/tcarolinep/status/596162326262218752

      Reply
    35. Doris McCarty says

      May 07, 2015 at 12:03 am

      Oh darn, now I want a cookie.lol!

      Reply
    36. Kim D. says

      May 07, 2015 at 2:50 am

      My favorite ways to pause and take a moment is with a good book or a movie.

      Reply
    37. Kim D. says

      May 07, 2015 at 2:51 am

      tweeted https://twitter.com/mom22girlz/status/596205521880756224

      Reply
    38. Ashley C says

      May 07, 2015 at 8:49 am

      I love to do yoga, that’s my chance to take time for me and reflect.

      demureprincess7(at)gmail(dot)com

      Reply
    39. Lisa Brown says

      May 07, 2015 at 10:49 am

      i enjoy coffee and a good book

      Reply
    40. Lisa Brown says

      May 07, 2015 at 10:49 am

      https://twitter.com/LuLu_Brown24/status/596325956848996354

      Reply
    41. Sarah Hall says

      May 07, 2015 at 12:23 pm

      I like to take a few minutes, have a cup of tea and read a good book.

      Reply
    42. steve weber says

      May 07, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      I love to unwind with some good music and stiff drink.

      Reply
    43. steve weber says

      May 07, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      tweet= https://twitter.com/groogruxking40/status/596401536969773056

      Reply
    44. rachel says

      May 07, 2015 at 9:24 pm

      I like savoring my breakfast by myself!

      Reply
    45. Vickie says

      May 08, 2015 at 12:46 am

      Not that special but, a cup of coffee and a treat of Chesapeake Dark Chocolate cookie..decadence and my escape. ..although the scenery is spectacular on my deck.

      Reply
    46. courtney b says

      May 08, 2015 at 1:54 am

      I sneak away when my family Is watching I lock the door and jhop in the bath tub with a good book 🙂

      I get probably about 15 minutes if that but its worth it! !

      Reply
    47. courtney b says

      May 08, 2015 at 1:55 am

      tweet

      https://twitter.com/MeandBells/status/596553181552738305

      Reply
    48. Mary says

      May 08, 2015 at 9:26 am

      I would have to say my favorite way to unwind is to literally “pause” and reflect on what’s going on in my life at the moment. I am a teacher and I can always find work to be doing, whether it’s grading, planning, reading about ways to better myself as a teacher, reading about ways to better my students, or finding cool new ideas for our class projects (I teach 3 levels of Fashion in a high school). I’m also getting married at the end of the month, so I’ve been super busy lately. It’s really hard for me to just sit still and not “do.” So, my little ritual has become that no matter how long my to do list is, when I wake on Saturday morning I go sit in an old recliner on my sun porch with a cup of coffee and I watch the sunlight start to cover everything in my backyard, I appreciate all of the sounds around me, all of the green around me, and I just think about and remind myself how lucky I am to be sitting here, how lucky I am that I have so much to do and worry about. Those times that I pause my busy life for even just 15-20 minutes, are some of the happiest times of the week.

      Reply
    49. katie k says

      May 08, 2015 at 9:30 am

      My favorite is chocolate & coffee! a good book or magazine and sit in the backyard and enjoy the sunshine… or in the living room by the fire if it’s cold.

      Reply
    50. Kathie says

      May 08, 2015 at 9:42 am

      Walking is a great daytime relaxer but at night, it’s a glass of wine!

      Reply
    51. madeline says

      May 08, 2015 at 1:43 pm

      hello sure enjoy your web page for it has helped me with so many great ideas…..cookies are great and i agree we do need a time out for us ….would love to win but that is okay if i don’t for i still get to look at your great web pages and get to learn new projects weather it is for the kids, grandkids and the guys …ahhahahah..love the sewing thing for sure it is a good medicine for what ever ails a person …so that is truly my hide out …

      Reply
    52. sandra says

      May 08, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      watching prime time

      Reply
    53. amy pugmire says

      May 09, 2015 at 12:48 am

      I love to take a hot bath and get a pedicure.

      Reply
    54. amy pugmire says

      May 09, 2015 at 12:49 am

      tweet
      https://twitter.com/1amypugmire/status/596899738395348992

      Reply
    55. Nicole D says

      May 10, 2015 at 1:19 am

      Some of my personal favorite ways to pause and take a moment always involve chocolate. Weather it is my favorite Milano cookie, or chocolate pieces it always helps me unwind.

      Reply
    56. Nicole D says

      May 10, 2015 at 1:20 am

      Tweeted: https://twitter.com/lil_lady_dz/status/597269878249160707

      Reply
    57. Rose Santuci-Sofranko says

      May 10, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      “What are some of your favorite ways to pause and take a moment?” I relax by doing my prayers in a rocker chair in front of our huge patio door while enjoying the peace and quiet…and birds and animals on our 45 acres of God’s country!

      Reply
    58. Lauren says

      May 12, 2015 at 9:59 am

      I like to take a coffee break in the afternoon.

      Reply
    59. Amy L says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:43 pm

      I like to take 5 minutes to do some deep, slow breathing. It relaxes me and clears my head. Then I drink a glass of water and go on with my day.

      Reply
    60. Amy L says

      May 13, 2015 at 1:50 pm

      tweeted
      https://twitter.com/amylou61/status/598545637206925312

      Reply
    61. Gina M says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:05 am

      i like to sit on my patio with a cup of iced coffee.

      Thanks for the chance to win!
      wildorchid985 AT gmail DOT com

      Reply
    62. Gina M says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:07 am

      tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/600316713406734336

      Reply
    63. Stephanie Phelps says

      May 23, 2015 at 7:58 pm

      My favorite way to pause and take a moment is to grab a cup of coffee and run to my computer and catch up on the latest post on my bogs or to enter a few giveaways! 🙂

      Reply
    64. Mary says

      May 27, 2015 at 1:35 pm

      I find a moment to myself in the morning. I love to sit on my deck overlooking the backyard, have a cup of hot coffee vs. lukewarm reheated, and enjoy the morning sun as my dogs take their morning stroll around the yard!

      Reply
    65. Mary says

      May 27, 2015 at 1:40 pm

      tweeted: https://twitter.com/mhelming/status/603616222295543809

      Reply
    66. Karen Propes says

      May 29, 2015 at 10:18 pm

      I love to take a break and walk outside and sit on the deck for a little while. It helps relax me/
      ncjeepster@aol.com

      Reply
    67. Karen Propes says

      May 29, 2015 at 10:18 pm

      I tweeted
      https://twitter.com/ncjeepster/status/604471489597972481
      ncjeepster@aol.com

      Reply
    68. Lauren E. says

      May 30, 2015 at 10:22 am

      My fave way to make me time is to just sit on the porch & watch the hummingbirds.

      Reply
    69. Amy Tong says

      June 01, 2015 at 2:33 am

      My favorite way to take a moment is to grab a cup of tea with some treats, anything with chocolate will do…and watch my favorite TV show. 🙂
      amy [at] utry [dot] it

      Reply
    70. BusyWorkingMama says

      June 02, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      I unwind with a long spin class session all by myself. It feels great to work out and refresh my body!

      Reply
    71. D SCHMIDT says

      June 10, 2015 at 9:09 pm

      My favorite way to take time for myself is a cup of tea, a cookie and a nice magazine

      Reply
    72. Claire Ross says

      June 14, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      When I need to pause and take a minute I automatically switch on the kettle!!

      Reply
    73. Cathleen says

      June 14, 2015 at 5:04 pm

      Well, to be honest I like to put my kids in the bathtub where they will play for a while and I can lie down on one of their beds!

      Reply
    74. Elle says

      June 14, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      I love to go out running. It helps me clear my mind and I like getting lost in the music.

      Reply
    75. Anastasia Falling says

      June 15, 2015 at 3:42 am

      I love to curl up with a treat, something to drink and catch up on the tv shows or movies I’ve been wanting to watch 🙂

      Reply
    76. Anastasia Falling says

      June 15, 2015 at 3:42 am

      Tweeted 🙂 – https://twitter.com/Enter_Now/status/610351552230895616

      Reply
    77. Tari Lawson says

      June 15, 2015 at 8:14 am

      I like to grab a cup of tea and a good book.

      Reply
    78. Lasonda says

      June 15, 2015 at 9:02 am

      I like to walk on the beach to unwind.

      Reply
    79. Sandy Klocinski says

      June 15, 2015 at 10:10 am

      https://twitter.com/Attea2d/status/610449257305350144

      Reply
    80. Christina Sparks says

      June 15, 2015 at 10:13 am

      I like to take time out to take a hot bath and relax afterwards with hot chocolate and cookies.

      Reply
    81. Margaret Smith says

      June 15, 2015 at 11:20 am

      One of my favorite ways is to read a good book. Thanks so much.

      Reply
    82. HilLesha says

      June 15, 2015 at 12:39 pm

      I love taking time for myself by going hiking. It’s my favorite way of getting in touch with nature. 🙂

      Reply
    83. Barbara M says

      June 15, 2015 at 12:42 pm

      I enjoy watching Netflix favorites and having an iced coffee to take a moment.
      thank you

      Reply
    84. Barbara M says

      June 15, 2015 at 12:43 pm

      Tweet https://twitter.com/JalapenoMama/status/610487219145580544

      Reply
    85. Debbi Wellenstein says

      June 15, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      I like to take time for myself with a good book and a glass of wine, or a cup of hot cocoa.

      Reply
    86. Cynthia C says

      June 15, 2015 at 1:29 pm

      Sometimes in the afternoon I make myself a cup of coffee and enjoy it while reading a magazine.

      Reply
    87. debbie says

      June 15, 2015 at 5:11 pm

      I like to take a moment with a cold glass of iced tea, a good book, and maybe a cookie!

      Reply
    88. debbie says

      June 15, 2015 at 5:12 pm

      tweet https://twitter.com/suburbsanity/status/610555475361406977

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    89. Amber says

      June 15, 2015 at 5:17 pm

      I love this printable! I too find it relaxing to go walking around places, often stores, even if I am not shopping for anything at all. Reading, cooking, and crafting are other ways I take breaks from the busy-ness of life.

      Reply
    90. Stephanie V. says

      June 15, 2015 at 7:31 pm

      Love something in quiet – like a facial, massage or steam. Been years but a tired, working mom can dream! tvollowitz at aol dot com

      Reply
    91. Ashley C says

      June 15, 2015 at 8:49 pm

      I love to get up before everyone in the mornings and go for a run!

      Reply
    92. mickeyfan says

      June 15, 2015 at 9:57 pm

      I love to sit on the porch and watch the world go by.

      Reply
    93. Denise S says

      June 16, 2015 at 6:40 pm

      I unwind by reading in bed in the evenings.
      lazybones344 at gmail dot com

      Reply
    94. Brittney House says

      June 16, 2015 at 10:50 pm

      I love to lay around watching movies or TV with my favorite snack.

      Reply
    95. Kristen says

      June 17, 2015 at 8:43 pm

      I like to take a cool drink and sit in my backyard watching the birds….lately there’s been a beautiful little woodpecker 🙂

      Reply
    96. Kristen says

      June 17, 2015 at 8:44 pm

      tweeted
      https://twitter.com/rubylorikeet/status/611333411236491265

      Reply
    97. sarah hirsch says

      June 19, 2015 at 9:51 am

      I like to unwind by watching a little brainless television

      Reply
    98. Kathleen says

      June 19, 2015 at 8:22 pm

      I unwind with a long hot shower and a cup of tea.
      kport207 at gmail dot com

      Reply
    99. Dawn Jones says

      June 20, 2015 at 11:00 am

      A cup of coffee out on our porch watching the hummingbirds, because what’s better than caffeine and tiny birds? Have a great day!

      Reply
    100. Dawn Jones says

      June 20, 2015 at 11:04 am

      https://mobile.twitter.com/dawnm1993/status/612274464626208768

      Reply
    101. Rosanne Morrison says

      June 21, 2015 at 10:23 pm

      I like to take a moment with a cup of tea and a good book. Today I was served tea in a restaurant with a tea cup and no saucer. Do we not know in America how to serve tea? We are a coffee nation it seems.

      Reply
    102. Rosanne Morrison says

      June 21, 2015 at 10:24 pm

      Tweeted: https://twitter.com/rosannepm/status/612808156419346432

      Reply
    103. Min K says

      June 22, 2015 at 5:54 pm

      I always have a variety of books available to escape with.

      Reply
    104. maria cantu says

      June 22, 2015 at 7:04 pm

      I like to read a book while drinking coffee.

      Reply
    105. Leela says

      June 22, 2015 at 8:26 pm

      A long, hot shower.

      Reply
    106. Michelle Castagne says

      June 22, 2015 at 11:34 pm

      My favorite ways to pause and take a moment are with earl gray tea and cookies or a good glass of wine in the hot tub.

      Reply
    107. Kristine R. says

      June 23, 2015 at 11:02 am

      I like to have a glass of wine and a good book when I need a moment!!

      Reply
    108. Kristine R. says

      June 23, 2015 at 11:04 am

      Tweeted https://twitter.com/McKenna_1444/status/613361822876372992

      Reply
    109. Kimberly Hilbert says

      June 23, 2015 at 6:45 pm

      My favorite way to pause and take a moment is to find a quiet space and just have a hot cup of tea.

      Reply
    110. Venus Marie Lay says

      June 24, 2015 at 11:27 am

      I spend me time reading a good book!

      Reply
    111. Karen Drake says

      June 24, 2015 at 2:15 pm

      I like to take a warm bubble bath and drink a glass of wine to unwind and relax.

      Reply
    112. Kimmy Ripley says

      June 25, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      “Me time” for me is in the morning and evening while I drink my coffee and go on the computer.

      Reply
    113. Debbie B says

      June 26, 2015 at 8:34 pm

      i take time everyday after work and enjoy watching my soaps or reading a book

      Reply
    114. Debbie B says

      June 26, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      i posted a tweet here:

      https://twitter.com/bellows22/status/614591892206911488

      Reply
    115. Tamara says

      June 26, 2015 at 10:12 pm

      My favorite would be from reading a good book and having a cup of green tea!

      Reply
    116. Tamara says

      June 26, 2015 at 10:13 pm

      Tweeted! https://twitter.com/pixel_berry_pie/status/614617209294467072

      Reply
    117. Susan Smith says

      June 27, 2015 at 10:53 am

      My me time is on my balcony with a book and a glass of wine.

      Reply
    118. Amanda Sakovitz says

      June 27, 2015 at 1:11 pm

      Running in the morning is my favorite way to take a break

      Reply
    119. Kathy Pease says

      June 27, 2015 at 6:18 pm

      I like to listen to music and sit by our firepit

      Reply
    120. ELIZABETH P says

      June 27, 2015 at 7:34 pm

      I like me time that I can read a book – sometimes I play hide and seek with the kids and find a few moments of peace since I’m such a good hider.

      Reply
    121. joni says

      June 27, 2015 at 11:05 pm

      I like having a coffee on my porch swing.

      Reply
    122. Thomas Murphy says

      June 28, 2015 at 12:18 pm

      I like to have coffee and read a book.

      Reply
    123. Jennifer Sines says

      June 28, 2015 at 12:55 pm

      A few minutes of yoga and meditation helps me recharge when things get crazy.

      Reply
    124. Angela W says

      June 28, 2015 at 1:53 pm

      I love to sit outside and read a good book

      Reply
    125. Bert Ruizi says

      June 28, 2015 at 4:13 pm

      I like to take a moment with a cup of tea and my Bible

      Reply
    126. Bert Ruizi says

      June 28, 2015 at 4:16 pm

      tweet https://twitter.com/iamdadtastic/status/615252266266722304

      Reply
    127. Kerry says

      June 28, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      I like to lay in the sun with a good book!

      Reply
    128. Daniel M says

      June 28, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      get up and get some exercise

      Reply
    129. Keeley Sullivan says

      June 29, 2015 at 7:26 am

      I love to read to relax

      Reply
    130. Lisa Garner says

      June 29, 2015 at 1:42 pm

      I like to pause and enjoy singing a great song when it comes on the radio.

      Reply
    131. Denise L says

      June 29, 2015 at 3:54 pm

      Sometimes grocery shopping ALONE is the best me time! I can read all the labels I want 😉

      Reply
    132. Ed says

      June 29, 2015 at 5:15 pm

      I enjoy bicycling.

      Reply
    133. Stephanie Larison says

      June 29, 2015 at 6:17 pm

      I love to relax in bed with a good book. Even if it’s just for a few minutes.

      Reply
    134. Lisa Voyce says

      June 29, 2015 at 9:41 pm

      Being my dad’s caretaker and my grandbaby’s part time babysitter, I’ll have a caramel latte when they are both napping.

      Reply
    135. Crystal F says

      June 29, 2015 at 10:04 pm

      I like to soak in the tub and read for a little while. Thank you!!

      Reply
    136. Wanda McHenry says

      June 29, 2015 at 11:27 pm

      I enjoy a cup of coffee sitting out on our patio enjoying the birds in the mornings.

      Reply
    137. Breanne says

      June 30, 2015 at 1:37 am

      I like to read.

      Reply
    138. Erica B. says

      June 30, 2015 at 1:48 am

      I like to do a crossword puzzle.

      Reply
    139. rajee says

      June 30, 2015 at 6:22 am

      Need to go to gym and then hot coffee make me feel lot better

      Reply
    140. angie says

      June 30, 2015 at 3:11 pm

      I love to truly savor things, be they a bite of tart apple or seeing a butterfly flutter by. I pay attention and that feeds my soul daily. 😀

      Reply
    141. Ellie Wright says

      June 30, 2015 at 3:14 pm

      After the kids are in bed I like to relax with a hot bath, a good book, and a glass of sweet iced tea.

      Reply
    142. Tabathia B says

      June 30, 2015 at 4:20 pm

      I curl up on the couch once everyone is down for bed, read and enjoy mini snickers.

      tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com

      Reply
    143. Richard Hicks says

      June 30, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      I take a moment for myself when I go cycling solo.

      Reply
    144. Richard Hicks says

      June 30, 2015 at 4:23 pm

      https://twitter.com/ardy22/status/615978756910501888

      Reply
    145. Laurie Emerson says

      June 30, 2015 at 5:17 pm

      Some of my favorite ways to pause and take a moment is to do some spinning. I love my wheel and it is so relaxing and soothing.

      Reply
    146. Jerry Marquardt says

      June 30, 2015 at 7:33 pm

      I take time for myself with a great Milano Cookie and enjoying the day.

      Reply
    147. Kathryn C says

      June 30, 2015 at 7:54 pm

      my #SweepstakesEntry tweet:

      https://twitter.com/thrincor/status/616031870313230336

      KC
      kacor7@hotmail.com

      Reply
    148. Kathryn C says

      June 30, 2015 at 7:55 pm

      #SweepstakesEntry:

      I like to create time for myself by relaxing on my sunny porch with a good book or some magazines, a hot beverage (tea) & some Milano cookies!

      KC
      kacor7@hotmail.com

      Reply
    149. denise a says

      June 30, 2015 at 10:45 pm

      I like to pause and take a moment to read a good book and have a great cup of tea!

      Reply

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