Sometimes the term “Getting out of Dodge” is the perfect saying. As for me I did just that. I had this planned vacation and it couldn’t have come at the best time. I flew out last Saturday from Seattle to Phoenix. Just hours before “snowmageddon” hit the Seattle area. Now albeit beautiful. Seattle snow just proves to be hazardous and stressful to most that live there.
My trip had been planned for a few months with the purpose of visiting my good friend and much needed decompressing from my last years life changing events.
After getting off the plane in Phoenix, I immediately felt the stress melt off me and an instant big smile on my face when seeing my friend and the BEAUTIFUL sunshine!
The last few days here have been the best stress reliever. I guess you never know how much certain events can have on your mind and body until you stop and slow everything down. I’ve woken up happy everyday and laughter with my friend is constant.
It really makes you stop and think about the importance of decompressing once in awhile. I feel more energetic, happy and just all around good.
Note to self: do this more!!!
As always: Keep smiling! 🙂
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Great post Beth. Glad you’re enjoying your vacation.
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thank you<3
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So true about the benefits not only of an occasional change of location but also a change of pace. Fortunately such an experience—even if brief—can have lasting positive effects. Ten days in Ireland two-and-a-half years ago have provided me (with the help of Shutterfly) ongoing happiness.
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