I've been out of the office for 2 weeks now; the first was spent at our annual conference, this year in D.C., and the second was spent in Cancun, Mexico, celebrating our friends' 10 year wedding anniversary. Even though the conference wasn't technically vacation, in a way it is b/c the sightseeing was incredible, and the conference itself is always so awesome, that it's a blast to attend. So looking back on it all, I learned (or was at least reminded of) a few things that I need to put down, lest I forget them this first week back on the job. Here goes:
1. I am blessed beyond measure that I have a job that allows me to take vacation without requiring I stay in contact 24/7.
2. I am fortunate to have a husband who likes to walk as much as I do and see new places by foot. It's the only way to really get the feel of the heart of a city. And my feet are living proof--I literally got 6 blisters in D.C. alone.
3. I need to commit to using the sauna at the Y at least 3 days a week--I used the one at our resort in Mexico everyday, and it was pure bliss, and my skin sure thanked me for it.
4. I cannot sit at my desk for the duration from 7:30-4:30 everyday. My body needs to stretch and walk, and I need to consume lunch someplace other than behind my computer. Nobody expects me to be at their beck and call every second of the day, and if they do, they need to re-evaluate their expectations.
5. Vacations are a great time for me to take a technology fast. I maybe twittered/updated Facebook once while I was away, but then I was ashamed and turned my phone off for the remainder of the trip. It was pure bliss, and my body sure thanked me for it. And it was all there when I returned for me to catch up on.
6. My husband and I travel extremely well together, and for this I'm so grateful. We've already begun planning for our next big trip...
7. Work is never so important that you can't make time for rest. If it is, you probably need to re-evaluate your priorities.
8. Pina coladas are SOOOOO good.
9. TVs should be banned from hotel rooms. Vacations are meant for exploring and getting away from daily life.
10. Clean your house before you leave; it makes for a much more relaxing, stress-free return.
2 comments:
Sounds like your vacay was amazing, but I am sure glad you are home. Now I feel guilty for texting you! Oops! Sorry!
It sounds like you were able to evaluate things and take a huge break, which you so desereved. Now, make sure to take those breaks or I'll beat you!
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