I was catching up with a friend whilst Stateside and he asked me what I'd been up to that day.
My answer: "I've been building an igloo."
(Exhibit of said artistry. My brother-in-law asked when we were planning on finishing it. I don't know what he's talking about.)
Friend's response: "Wow. You've been really busy, huh?"
His sarcasm was perfectly appropriate. My days home were filled with blissful laziness. And it was SO refreshing! I am NOT the expert at unwinding and the majority of my travels are work-related (with the fabulously glaring exception of the 2012 Cruise Edition aka "My New Life"), so I efficiently pack sight-seeing and vacationing into any free time on the schedule. Which sounds far lamer than it is. Promise.
This being the case, however, my prime place for relaxation: Home.
Here's this holiday's combination for relaxation:
Younger siblings who allow me to revert to childlike behaviors and only mildly complain. Likely due to the fact that they exhibit similar tendencies. Example: Sister working the shrimp platter.
Said sister was my igloo accomplice.
The cutest nieces and nephews on the planet. Let's not fight about this. No need for internet strife when you're already wrong.
An amazing mom who keeps food in the cupboard (we all know how I feel about grocery shopping) AND on the table. I return the favor my making her homemade tea and ill simultaneously...oops. But seriously, Mom knows everything that makes my world a brighter place and makes it happen while I'm home.
My Daddy (that's right, one of those girls...and always will be!) backs me up in my running habits and each summer that I can squeeze it in, whisks us away to my favorite spot on earth and my personal therapist, Lake Powell.
Stunning views. This one is my personal joy.
Though the backyard's not bad either.
Stocking up for a Russian winter. With only essentials, clearly.
And last, but not least, TIME. To sleep, to play, to do NOTHING. It's glorious!!!
Hope your holidays were/are relaxation filled! And if you happen to be a Russian reader, then Merry Christmas or С Рождеством!!! I can totally support two Christmases within 2 weeks.
My answer: "I've been building an igloo."
Friend's response: "Wow. You've been really busy, huh?"
His sarcasm was perfectly appropriate. My days home were filled with blissful laziness. And it was SO refreshing! I am NOT the expert at unwinding and the majority of my travels are work-related (with the fabulously glaring exception of the 2012 Cruise Edition aka "My New Life"), so I efficiently pack sight-seeing and vacationing into any free time on the schedule. Which sounds far lamer than it is. Promise.
This being the case, however, my prime place for relaxation: Home.
Here's this holiday's combination for relaxation:
Younger siblings who allow me to revert to childlike behaviors and only mildly complain. Likely due to the fact that they exhibit similar tendencies. Example: Sister working the shrimp platter.
The cutest nieces and nephews on the planet. Let's not fight about this. No need for internet strife when you're already wrong.
An amazing mom who keeps food in the cupboard (we all know how I feel about grocery shopping) AND on the table. I return the favor my making her homemade tea and ill simultaneously...oops. But seriously, Mom knows everything that makes my world a brighter place and makes it happen while I'm home.
My Daddy (that's right, one of those girls...and always will be!) backs me up in my running habits and each summer that I can squeeze it in, whisks us away to my favorite spot on earth and my personal therapist, Lake Powell.
Stunning views. This one is my personal joy.
Stocking up for a Russian winter. With only essentials, clearly.
And last, but not least, TIME. To sleep, to play, to do NOTHING. It's glorious!!!
Hope your holidays were/are relaxation filled! And if you happen to be a Russian reader, then Merry Christmas or С Рождеством!!! I can totally support two Christmases within 2 weeks.
That BOX of peanut butter cups? Is AMAZING. The end.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy and continue having a fabulous time with family and being home. :) I 200% agree with Deidre, Reese's buttercups box should be inside every luggage. :)
ReplyDeleteI always make sure I have peanut butter cups in my pantry!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the R&R. And good luck finishing that igloo. If you need help, I'm sure my kids would be happy to lend a hand!