Because DH refuses to live closer to family I demand at least 1/4 of every weekend to myself. So that means I get up early of a Sat or Sun prefereably while everyone is still asleep... then go out... catch a train into the city (15 mins) then have breakfast by myself and then either have some acupuncture or do some shopping. I return after I feel refreshed... usually after lunch. DH now concedes that this is necessary for my sanity as I have been a SAHM with no support from any family for over 6 years now. He now encourages me to have this time.