Confessions of a Basket Wife: When the Baller is Away…

Take the kids pumpkin picking was one of the small things I had to step out and do on my own with Joe gone.

…we eat incredibly simple meals, including waffles, pancakes or french toast for dinner at least once a week,

but I miss having a substantial dinner conversation with an adult.

…I start to take up more than my half of the bed,

but still close the door to our bathroom in the morning as if Joe is in there sleeping.

…I go to bed earlier and get a lot more sleep than when Joe is here,

but my evenings are completely boring.

…I make more effort to do special things with the kids,

but they never feel complete without the whole family.

…the kids stay on more of a schedule,

but they miss the “fun” parent.

…I don’t shave my legs as often as I should,

but I always try to glance in the mirror quickly before a Skype call.

…sometimes I think Joe and I communicate more on the small things through e-mail,

but I miss just being able to be together without saying anything.