As a minister, I work on Sundays so I don’t get a full weekend like most folks. I must admit, there are times when I envy other folks (even church folks) who take time off with their families to go camping for the weekend or just get away together. To deal with this issue many churches give their ministers a day off during the week. It doesn’t really help the get away opportunities with the family (they’re in school), but when I get to take my day off I get it to myself. This is very nice – to relax while the rest of the world is at work or school. My wife really envies me on this. So, here’s a list of my favorite things to do during my day off (and some of my least favorite).
Things I LOVE to do on my day off
Staying in home clothes (usually mesh shorts and an old t-shirt)
Not shaving
Sitting on the couch or laying in bed and catching up on my Tivo episodes
Falling asleep while catching up on my Tivo
Snacking
Catching up on blogs, or just piddling around on my laptop
Reading
Playing video games
Going to the movies
Things I normally have to do but don’t mind that much
Minor house work (dishes, clean the kitchen, laundry)
Mow the lawn
Exercise
Duck into work for something last minute
Things I hate to do on my day off but sometimes need to
Dr. Appointments – these are time killers
Wash the dog – we have a big dog – at the end of this ordeal, I’m covered with water, fur and my back hurts
Paint – I hate painting trim and after 4+ years in our house, I still haven’t finished it.
Field Trips – I love my kids, but dairy farms…not so much
So, when you get a little alone time, what does your list look like?
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