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Do u get Sunday night blues?

Goldengate8361 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:09:42 GMT

Another work week will start tomorrow morning and it never seems like the weekends are long enough! I traveled on Saturday to visit an elderly parent, so this weekend feels particularly short; I didn’t get to run usual errands. I have a great job and I’m grateful for that, but I get so tired of work....just venting. I have no interest in retiring either. Anyone else feel this way on Sunday nights?

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Annabellethecat66 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:21:45 GMT

I think usually mostly people who work get the Sunday night blues.

However, I think sometimes people who don't work feel that way.

I think when I worked I used to feel that way but it was so long ago...

I make an effort to make sure the weekends aren't ust another day.

I haven't worked in well over 40 years and it's different when busy raising children.

However, now they've moved on and my husband died years ago.

It's easy to think of the weekends as 'just another day'. But I don't think that's a good idea.

I think it's important to start each day of the week for what it is (i.e. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (hump day) and so on).

I really feel like it keeps an old(er) person alert and looking forward to the next day (whatever it is).

But in answer to your questions, I think everyone feels a little blue (especially on Sunday evenings) because, for whatever reason....good/bad...we know there's 5 days ahead until the next 'weekend'.

The weekends are when 'different' things happen. People we know and love are off work and have a few minutes to spend time meeting up with or talking on the phone with us.

In closing, as I've said, whether you work or not, it's not unusual to feel sad (even if it doesn't mean you have to get up for work) that the weekend has come and gone.

This is different but in a way similar. I remember when I worked I would look forward to a vacation but in some ways I'd almost dread it because it would mean it would come and go.

You know what I mean? It's a kind of let down. Maybe it doesn't make sense but i remember feeling that way.

One of the things those who retire have to get used to is realizing that if you don't get something done...there is always tomorrow and you can do it then.....

Take care and I hope you have a good week ahead.

Here's something I've said to myself for many years. I used to say it to my girls:

Today is a new day.

GOD has given me 24 hours to use as I wish.

When the day is done....

I hope I don't regret the price I paid for it.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

CAcableGirl2 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:22:07 GMT

@Goldengate8361 Yes, I do. I work Mon-Ffri full time, so my weekends are a neverending list of items to do. Laundry, clean house, mop floors, buy groceries, work in the yard, it goes on and on.

Today, I found myself cleaning out the bathroom drawers that had become ridiculously overpacked and unorganized while the laundry was going. Then more laundry, and I'm almost done vacuming and then will dust and mop the floors.

Can't wait until my 2 week vacation comes up!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

BARBIE100 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:22:14 GMT

Yes, I remember feeling that way in school and then on until I retired. Now I never know what day it is. LOL

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

deepwaterdotter — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:24:45 GMT

Before I retired, I looked forward to Mondays as a new start to a productive day in the workplace. If I knew that there might be dissention or disorder on Monday morning, that would make me feel a bit apprehensive until the day ran relatively smoother. Since retirement, I watch the Sunday night weather report and plan Monday's activities accordingly.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Peaches McPhee — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:23:07 GMT

I feel just the opposite. I too still work, no plans for retirement anytime in the near future, and that it OK with me. I love Sunday nights, because it is the last chance for rest and relaxation before the work week begins. Love it in the summer especially because we grill outside and enjoy the yard.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

BunSnoop — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:31:43 GMT

I seems as though majority of my weekends are usually spent getting everything ready for the next work week. I'm always busy running errands and cleaning the house.

This Saturday we met with another couple for lunch. It was a lot of fun, but I almost felt guilty that I had stopped by regular routine of working around the house, to stop and just sit back, relax and enjoy myself.

Life is short, time flys by so fast. Sometimes you just have to forget about the "reguar routine" and just step out-of-the-box and enjoy life.

I've learned not to ruin my Sunday evening by worrying that work is the next day. Worrying will not change anything so don't waste time doing it.

Hope you have a good week.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

fancy pantsy — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:34:23 GMT

when i worked i did feel the sunday night blues. i remember it well. now that i am retired, i absolutely love sunday nights.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

tarsmom — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:45:53 GMT

I read somewhere that 4 p.m. on Sundays people start getting a little 'down' because they're thinking about Monday. My work days are long and Mondays are busy so before I know it, 5:30 pm arrives and Monday is over.

What I do is try to carve out some fun time during the week, either shopping at lunch or making plans for dinner with a friend. The other thing I do is take a lot of Fridays off or even 1/2 day here and there.

My DH always says, "It's not called "going to fun" and "that's why they pay us."

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Mary Bailey — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:51:48 GMT

YES! absolutely...

and to top it off I had last week off,

tomorrow I start a new work schedule

BLECH!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

63mkm — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:53:00 GMT

Yes and with me it starts early in the afternoon on Sunday. I started a new job in May and I hate it. I have to travel for work tomorrow until Wednesday then I'm resigning on Friday. I'm 56 and plan to retire when I'm 61 and can't wait! I'm tired of the daily routine, feeling rushed on the weekends to grocery shop, plan meals, do laundry, clean. Seems like there isn't enough time to just do nothing!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Goldengate8361 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:56:12 GMT

@tarsmom @You are so right! Having a job means you WILL have stress, have to deal with annoying people sometimes, and it takes up your time and energy. They pay us for taking care of things and those characteristics come with the package. Good Reminder!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

chiclets — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:57:07 GMT

Most people who work feel those blues because the circle goes round and round again.

This weekend was a longer weekend because you did not get to do what you needed to have done.

You missed that time for yourself, after errands and chores. Everyone needs me time. Everyone needs to vent sometimes too!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

kitcat51 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:58:22 GMT

No.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

spiderw — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 22:59:56 GMT

Since retirement I do not ever get the Sunday blues as I used to. In fact I love the week days when things are calm and the stores not as crowded, when there is peace and quiet and I can do whatever I wish. My girlfriends and I get together for lunch and it is so nice to have that time to do so, no rush, just fun.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

fluffysmom — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:01:50 GMT

@spiderw Isn't wonderful!!!!!

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Mary Bailey — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:04:45 GMT

At least I have

Good Witch!!! (short season, but still.....)

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

FrostyBabe1 — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:10:53 GMT

Since I've retired? No. Not at all.

While I was still working? I don't know if it was the blues, but if I wasn't traveling on Sunday afternoon so that I could be where I needed to be on Monday morning, I was working at home, getting ready for the week and pretty antsy. I rarely slept more than a couple of hours on Sunday night.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

Jamstan — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:17:54 GMT

I am not thrilled with my current work situation..so yes, I get moody and many times have trouble sleeping on Sundays. It is especially bad in the winter when it is dark by 5 or 6PM. My anxiety is on overdrive right now so not feeling real great on this Sunday evening.

Re: Do u get Sunday night blues?

twinsister — Sun, 04 Aug 2019 23:20:49 GMT

@spiderw wrote:
Since retirement I do not ever get the Sunday blues as I used to. In fact I love the week days when things are calm and the stores not as crowded, when there is peace and quiet and I can do whatever I wish. My girlfriends and I get together for lunch and it is so nice to have that time to do so, no rush, just fun.

We feel the same way about the weekdays. Love going to lunch or dinner during the week when the restaurants aren't crowded, plus try to do all our shopping and errands too.