My Two Favorite Little Words: Let's Go!

To get away from one's work environment is, in a sense, to get away from one's self; and this is often the chief advantage of travel and change.

~ Charles Horton Cooley

Wow! Ed just turned a normal week into an exciting one. He said, “Let’s go!” So, we’ve decided to take off after Thursday’s business meeting for a long weekend. The anticipation bubbled up in the middle of cleaning and laundry this weekend like fizz in my favorite cola. Mini-vacations do that … add an element of excitement, anticipation, and joy before we leave. Then there’s the relaxation and joy of the trip. We’ll see family and friends, plus we’re going to get our one-year-old Japanese Chin a brother: Bojo’s birthday Buddy. And when we get back, we’ll have photos, memories and be recharged for next week.

Where are you going next? Why not plan a mini-vacation as a surprise for your spouse, kids or significant other? Maybe get a group of friends together for a weekend away. And if you’d like some planning tips and destination ideas, go to www.magicalminivacations.com It’s a great resource and dream-builder. Go ahead! Short trips save you time and money. And there are some great bargains out there. Most travel venues are discounting prices right now to stimulate their economies.

Let us know where you decide to go. We’d love to hear about your travels! And as always – remember, LIFE is a journey, travel first class!

Mini-Vacations are Good for You!

From the beginning, God designated
the seventh day as a day of rest.
He set aside one day each week
to give joy to your soul
and refreshing to your body.
Your brain –
the computer system that runs
your physical and mental life –
needs 'down time' to avoid overload.

Many of the physical problems
we experience are caused by stress.
You are pressured by work,
family needs, over-full schedules.
Vegging in front of the television –
absorbing more negative input
from the shows you watch –
only adds to your mental and emotional strain.
That's especially true if your mind
keeps running its own commercials of
'what am I going to do about …?'

Wisdom tells you to get moving,
eat healthy, rest and create peace in your life.
Say no to some of the demands
that others try to place on you.
Say yes one day each week (or more!)
to step outside your routine and do something fun.
Explore your world.
Take mini-breaks throughout your day,
and a mini-vacation each week.

Go do something fun for yourself.
Try something new.
Change the patterns of your life
to include more 'down-time'.
You'll be healthier and happier.
And you'll be more productive!

Remember ... life is a journey.
Make the time to travel first class.

Anticipation … Anticipation ...

We can never know about the days to come
But we think about them anyway
~ Carly Simon

It's a great song.
It's also a great way to live your life.
Having something to expect in the days to come …
something to look forward to.

Don't you find that just thinking about
and anticipating a trip
helps you cope with what's
happening in your life?

Knowing that you'll be able to
'get away' in a few days or a few weeks
somehow makes life a bit brighter
and easier to handle.

That's one reason why
we'd like to encourage you
to plan mini-vacations into your life.
They can be great stress-relievers
… just by thinking about getting away.

So, where's your favorite place to go?
Where would you like to go next?

Comment here or drop us an email.
Maybe we'll feature your favorite
vacation spot in a future blog.

And watch for the soon to be released
multi-media ebook, Magical Mini-Vacations.
"A convenient guide to weekend pleasures."

Random Thoughts

It's time for a break - an oasis in your day! Grab a cold drink (or java if that's your bent!) - close your eyes and come along with us to our favorite place ...

We're at the beach - Can you hear it?

The sound of waves breaking against the shore.
Seagulls raucous calls and the wind against your face …

Can you smell it?

Sea salt, fresh breezes, with just a hint of fish …

Can you see it?

Sunlight reflected on water … seabirds against the sky.
White crests spilling onto the sand. Boats bobbing in the distance.

Wherever you are ... it's always wonderful to take a few minutes to mind-wander. Take deep breaths, relax. Ignore the 'mind chatter' of urgencies in your life. Just take a mini-vacation to a favorite memory. It'll help you day go better.

And as long as your thinking about it ... begin to plan your next trip as well. Everything starts with your thoughts. No matter what's going on in your LIFE, you can control how you'll THINK about it. Stay positive ... take mind-vacations. And if your tendency is to stew about stuff, ask yourself if it will really matter by next Tuesday! Or next month! If not, it's not worth your peacce of mind to get upset now. So have a great rest-of-your-day.

And remember - LIFE is a journey - travel First Class!