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Me time in the morning

JC5
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For 50 years DH enjoyed having his morning cup of coffee in the den watching the news. I enjoyed my time in the kitchen having my cup waking up straightening up! More and more he has been in the kitchen sitting in my chair watching every move I make. I understand why but it’s driving me crazy! I miss “my morning” time! We are together 24/7 and all I want is my time in the morning. Any hope ?

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  • midge333
    midge333 Member Posts: 315
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    I savor my morning coffees in our sun room, watching the sun come up. On days my wife gets up early, it ruins my routine and I do not like it. I totally get it. There will be hope but it will probably be after placement or in stage 8.

  • DWTired
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    Oh Gosh….Me too….my DH wants me with him, doing what he wants ALL Day!! I'm envious of some in one of my support groups…their spouse sleeps alot…today has been rough, moving his things every where, can't seem to get organized.

  • Biggles
    Biggles Member Posts: 86
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    this is sooooo me and mine. The house is driving me crazy it’s a mess because my darling DH opens every drawer and pulls everything out …. Oh my

  • Biggles
    Biggles Member Posts: 86
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    time is so precious my DH wakes at around 4.30am every morning I need the extra 2 hours until 6.30. I indulged this morning in being cranky then didn’t feel good about being so bad tempered on a peaceful Sunday morning. He was pacing the floor not able to unlock the doors to get outside. I’m very lucky he’s not aggressive with frustration. Now sitting together outside with puppy having a cup of tea watching the sun rise on yet another long day, listening to the budgie’s chattering…. life could be so much worth but I am getting so tired. I too need those few minutes of peace.

  • dbrown1852
    dbrown1852 Member Posts: 1
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    may want to kindly explain you need some me time and see what happens

    I know it’s hard and I feel your pain

  • JC5
    JC5 Member Posts: 170
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    we live about 1/2 mile from the beach and going there to watch the sun rise is awesome! Thanks for reminding me of what brings peace to my life!

  • sandwichone123
    sandwichone123 Member Posts: 764
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    You might try having your coffee in his den for a couple of days. Maybe he'd stay there, but in any case you could have coffee without him watching your AM routine.

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