I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: nothing is more validating as a stay at home mom than prepping to… leave for a few days. Not only are you handing over your children, but all they entail. The schools and doctor and laundry and lists and schedules and carpools and friends and meals and vitamins and football equipment and lunch notes and homework and bedtime stories. The job is endless. 24/7/365. And wow, a few days ‘off‘ will be oh so appreciated. They could not be in better hands.
I’m always a mix of absolutely terrified to leave my boys and bursting with excitment to get there. M knows my limit – I’m a four day trip girl. And by that fourth day, I want nothing to do than to be home with them. Aren’t I fun?
Anyway, I guess a little routine has been established of heading to California in the fall. We fell in love two years ago and reminisnce about it often. I could go back to the same place every single year, but M forced us to change it up a bit. We will be heading to the Russian River Valley. I can’t wait to explore a new place!
In the meantime, here are a few things on my mind this Sunday.
This book is packed in my carry-on. My carry-on that does not have diapers in it – eek!
That whole area is so relaxed (but chic), so easy breezy is the way to do it. 90 and sunny? This dress will help me stay cool while sipping some delicious wine. And I can’t wait to wear this dress on a date night out!
Oh so excited to be working on a partnership with this darling etsy shop.
Food truck for L’s 9th (what?!?!) birthday party? Booked. Can’t wait.
Just about the only time of the year I update jammies.
Our favorite winery. Literally, a dream.
Get me to this restaurant.
Traveling with or without kids, this post has some good tips.
Totally wrote lunch notes for L ahead of time with these. Also, a count down is going on the chalkboard for them until we get home. T minus 4 days, boys!
Less than two months until Apartment Therapy will be making an appearance in our home. You know, no pressure. The big boy bunk room is well underway. Check out my Pinterest board, should you be interested, here!
And last but not least, should you want to make a great fall recipe this one totally rocks.
C
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I am always happy to see that you and your hubs get away on your own – your husband will be with you long after the kids grow up and leave so keeping these traditions going only makes your marriage stronger – love!
Have so much fun!
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This made me so happy to read, thank you. It’s SO hard leaving the boys – so hard! But you’re right, this is so good and important.
Oh how I love CA. We won’t be back there again until April, but I can;t wait.
One day I would love to visit California. It looks like it has everything. Darn that wanderlust you’ve given me!
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I think I’m always California Dreaming. I lived in San Francisco for two years and the dreaming only gets worse with time, and winter.
Have an amazing getaway. It’s my dream to go to wine country with just my husband!
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I was so happy when my toddler became a little independent and went on sleep overs with my mom. That helped give me the time out I needed and to do little things like soak in the tub.
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Oh, what a joy to get away! You shared some fabulous links! I live about 30 minutes away! Lucky me to have wine country just a step away, LOL!
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I have never been to California before. The winery sounds like a great place to visit!
I think changing the location up a little bit will be awesome. Don’t stress too much, this will be great!
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I’ll be in California soon too. Loved it out there, such a change of pace from the DC area!
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I’m excited about the food truck for the birthday! I’m sorry I got distracted. Lol
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LOVE love love California!
The ocean, the beaches, the food… you are going to have so much fun!
Enjoy these few days to yourself and have a fruity boozie beverage for me 🙂
Good luck in all your adventures!
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We are planning a Cali trip but for Disneyland with the kids. We need to go just with adults some time! lol
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It is always wonderful to get away, but so exhausting preparing to leave the kids!! California would be a wonderful getaway. I’m heading to Ireland in a few weeks and I’m so not ready.
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Have a great trip! It is always hard to go but even we moms need a break to recharge!
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I need to update jammies. I don’t do that often enough either!
Right…? Always the last thing to think about buying!