Well, my three days of respite have passed and I am to check out in 30 minutes. I can't say I am eager to go home but it is time. Taking time away really did give me time to think and focus and I am so glad that I did it. The cost did have to go on my credit card but it was one of the more reasonable priced B&B's. The hosts were kind and gracious and as per my request, allowed me to have this time of reflection and did not bother me. When I got up in the morning my breakfast was waiting. In fact, I only say the husband for the first time this morning and the wife in the yard. Right now my body feels relaxed. Maybe this is something I need to do for myself more often. Once a year is not enough...maybe every six months? I give a lot to my family, my patients and to my community and it is so important to keep a balance. How can I be 42 and never taken a time away to myself before?
OK, I am on my way home... Going to make a few stops along the way. I did buy some inexpensive treasures yesterday to put in my yard. Treasures to remind me of my time here and to remember the decisions I have made and the goals I have set for myself.
You sound positively upbeat. The break has obviously done you good.
ReplyDeleteI hope the effect lasts for a while. And yes, definitely worth repeating whenever finances permit.
I might do something like it. On my own. But that’d be brave . . . . . and that I am not.
Have a safe trip home, I am glad you are more relaxed and at peace.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you're feeling more positive.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you took this time for yourself. I agree that you need to do something like this more often to recharge--when you give as much as you do, you have to find a way to recharge yourself. Go Birdie!
ReplyDeleteSounds like the trip was a great success! I'm really pleased. We all need time alone to recharge the batteries and just think things through.
ReplyDeleteYour title? My mom says that all the time!
ReplyDeleteYay. Time to yourself has obviously been wonderful. And yes, do it more often. Lots more often.
ReplyDeleteSafe drive home...
ReplyDeleteKiss everyone when you get there!
Yes indeedy...Miss V is taking very short walks by herself!
How exciting!
Cheers Birdie!
Linda :o)
I think you should do this whenever you can. A little time just for you is exactly what you need to de-clutter your mind and relax.
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you got home safe (based on your post after this one). Some R and R can do a lot of things. It's nice to have those kinds of places to stay in... the picture was certainly beautiful and memorable.
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