Back to Chestertown…
I just realized how incredibly enjoyable vacation was. It was while trying to clean the floors in my apartment (and failing) that the wonderfulness of being away from the mundane really hit me. Backing up a bit…
Vacation was mostly spent doing nothing. Walking on the beach, lounging in the waves, playing board games, watching movies, shopping, and visiting with my family. These things were all extremely pleasant and well-needed, but I went to bed most days feeling lazy and woke up most mornings with a sinking feeling of being unproductive. So, I’m glad to be back and ready to get some things accomplished at work with the perspective that a week away can provide.
I’m also itching for a city vacation with Kate. Even if it’s just a weekend, I’d like to spend time somewhere that has a ton of stuff to do and see. Really, I just don’t want to go on vacation without her again, I think.
Now, I’m home and feeling homesick. Exposure to 13 members of my family was overwhelming but I’m completely acclimated to it now and am getting a little panicky when I think too much about not seeing them on a regular basis. Sort of a “first day of school” feeling right now…but I’m sure it will pass.
I’ve been doing chores, chores and more chores but now I should probably hit the grocery store for a few essentials. The joys of a week away. Haha. 🙂