This is the second day I have been away from my wife (excepting when the kids were born) since we were married almost 13 years ago… It’s quiet, somewhat peaceful, but definitely lonely!
I have only been without the children (except for births) a few times in their whole life, and except for births, it was because we went to Haiti.
The totality of being without my wife and children is very strange – it’s definitely quiet, peaceful, and interesting to not have such weight pressing down (additionally due to the fact that I am not at home, so the million chores that I need to do aren’t on my mind constantly) – but I can say with certainty that it’s not anything I’d like to practice long term… well, maybe a few more breaks from the kids would be nice! 😉