It is not only fun to take vacations, they are necessary to our physical and mental health. It really is true "that all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy."

Big vacations, to me, are the best. And my Richard was great at planning big vacations. Sometimes he would forget to allow time in the plans for just relaxing. But that is why I was around. To remind him. To drag him out by the pool, to sit in a chair, with his feet up and a cold beer in hand and watch us swim.
He wasn't much for getting into the pool. But I loved having him at poolside. I could hang on the side and chat with him. While I basked in the sun he stayed under the umbrella. The sun and Richard never got along. His ginger-coloring prevented that!

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Vacations are important. You have to rest the mind and the body. They can be cheap or they can be expensive. They can be far from home or they can be in the backyard. I am glad that I learned this lesson. And I had the best of teachers....thank you Richard!!
Yes, vacations are the best! And my husband and I are looking forward to taking our first trip to the Grand Canyon this year! :)
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DeleteNow you've gone and made me nostalgic! When we first got together, Tom had never cruised; I think he grew weary of my going on and on (and on). We've only done two (Holland America and Royal Caribbean) - but both times I was disappointed at what's become of the cruise experience I remembered and loved ... yes, dressing in formal attire and enjoying fine, leisurely dining. Those were the days!
ReplyDeletePS - We've 2 guest rooms with your names on it ...anytime! :)
That would be so awesome Myra. I would love to come visit you sometime. Maybe. Just maybe!
DeleteI love vacations too....right now I am saving up my $$$ so I can go to Kansas and meet my friend, Paula.
ReplyDeleteHopefully that will get to happen sometime. Would be so much fun!
DeleteThis is where I have fallen short. Even though I now have 3 weeks vacation at my job each year, I never get to take any. Ten years and never a week off. I have to use days for doctor visits and chauffeuring Pete when he's not up to driving himself. I have to cash in days to have money for unexpected repairs or to buy Christmas for my family each year. How I'd love to take a solid week to get my home in order and relax more!!! I'd either work all morning and rest/relax all evening or work hard around the house one day and rest do something fun the next.
ReplyDeleteMaybe, just maybe before this year is out, I can.
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Before it is too late you should learn to make time for a vacation. I used to think them more frivolous but I wouldn't trade all of our vacation memories for anything in the world!
DeleteVacations are always fun to take. Family time and memories. I never taken a cruise before but maybe one day we will. I would love to go to the grand cayon. Were planning a trip out to California one of these days to visit my hubbys parents. I am excited beacuse i have not yet been there.
ReplyDeleteLoving your posts. Hope you have a great weekend. :)
I don't know that cruising is now what it used to be. Try for an elegant cruise line such as Princess. More expensive but definitely worth the money.
DeleteSo true about vacations, Paula. There is something about just getting away, no matter how far away it is or how short of a time. Because of our financial situation over the past four years and then with Koda and his health, we didn't take a vacation for 4 years; I would do stay vacations, but it wasn't the same as getting away. We'll be traveling a bit more this year which I'm looking forward to (as long as it doesn't involve a plan :)
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I hope you get a chance to take a trip or two. I like not having a plan too. Unless, of course, it takes a plan. Like a cruise.
DeleteI love a good getaway, too. I know preferences can vary, but the beauty of travel is there is certainly something for everyone to enjoy. I have something penciled in for 2015! How about you?
ReplyDeleteNo I haven't penciled in anything yet, Gram. I am exhausted just getting the kids through the days and living through each weekend. Maybe we will find time for something this summer
Delete2nd vacation post I've run across today. Those sound like good times.
ReplyDeleteYes, I have good memories Liz
DeleteHi Paula - love this .. the mix of vacations .. and so essential for one and all - the kids learn the different ways and you each get some fun ... sounds like as a family it was very well set up .. lovely to read .. cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteDoing it this way worked well for us! Thanks HIllary
DeleteCouldn't agree more, Paula that it is our experiences that fill our lives more than possessions. We were reminiscing just the other day about the vacations (we Brits still tend to say holidays!) we took with our children and how special those memories are - especially when your children start to fly the nest! Have a lovely Sunday :) Special Teaching at Pempi’s Palace
ReplyDeleteI never thought of it that way Senco. But it is the experiences that matter more than the stuff! Thanks for dropping by
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