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Middle-Aged Self Care on a Three-Day Weekend

  • cestarrick
  • May 26
  • 2 min read


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Ah, the sweet sound of a three-day weekend. That extra 24 hours where the calendar gives us a little wink and says, "Go ahead - take a nap, grill a questionable amount of hot dogs, or sit in a lawn chair contemplating your youth." I honestly feel guilty about doing any of them when there is so much to be done around the house.


But before we dive into self-care rituals like bubble baths, a glass of vino, and binge watching true crime documentaries with endless amounts of cheese, let's take a moment to honor the reason for this weekend: Memorial Day.


We remember and honor the service members who gave their lives for our country. That sacrifice allows us the freedom to enjoy everything from lazy days to loud BBQ's, and we don't take it for granted. We hold that gratitude in our hearts as we light the grill or stretch our aging hamstrings on a yoga mat that smells vaguely like dog hair.


Now back to self-care. Because middle age doesn't take a weekend off. At this stage in life, a nap isn't just self-indulgence. It's therapy, vacation, and life support rolled into one. But be warned: naps hit different after 40. If you nap too long, you'll wake up confused about the year, the president, and your own middle name. Keep it to 30 minutes or risk traveling through time.


Now if you decide to sit outside in a lawn chair and contemplate your youth, don't forget the sunscreen. My teenage daughter has already informed me the UV is up there. Listen, your skin has seen some things - some of those things were 90s tanning beds and spring break in Jamaica. Protect it like it's the last working knee you have left. Slather on sunscreen like you're frosting a cake made of regret and wisdom.


Whatever you decide to make time for on this three-day weekend, don't forget to disconnect and reconnect. Turn off your phone (or at least stop checking your work email every 8 minutes). Reconnect with people or pets or the 13 unread books on your nightstand. Let your brain do something relaxing, like a puzzle, gardening, or listening to a podcast hosted by someone who sounds like they knit sweaters while explaining murder mysteries.


Amid the comfort, find a moment of quiet to honor Memorial Day in your own way - whether that's visiting a cemetery, displaying an American flag on your front porch, or simply offering a heartfelt toast to those who served and sacrificed. Gratitude is a form of self-care too - one that reminds us why we get to enjoy this weekend at all.


Love,

Chrissy

 
 
 

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