[lizardlady]

My boss fussed at me for months to take some time off. I'm finally doing it, which she then complained about! The woman is a piece of work!

Anyway, I am off until next Thursday. I go in for one day (have to attend a couple of work related meetings). Then I'm off again until July 6th! Am taking another week off in July and four day weekends in July. Yes, my agency has a very generous time off policy and I rarely take time off during the rest of the year.

Two paragraphs later I finally get to the reason for the post! My idea of "vacation" is not like most folks. I have no plans to travel. Another member posted once that where they live has everything they want in life. I have to agree. I live on a farm out in the boonies. Most everything I want in life is right here on the farm, why travel?

So, Thursday I spent weeding flowerbeds and spreading mulch. Yesterday I pressured washed most of the outside of my house (thunderstorm prevented me from finishing) and stacking the rest of the cord of firewood I got a couple of weeks ago. The rest of the week will be more work in the yard, resting, working on jewelry, reading. I'll probably go spend a couple of days at my Mom's house since there's a pool there. Probably not most folks idea of a good vacation, but sounds like heaven to me.

[gayleggg]

If it makes you happy then it's a great vacation. Only you can decide what relaxes you. Enjoy your time on the farm.

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Sounds good to me. I am happy for you that you are content right where you are.

[SeekerOfLife]

I love farms. I think you are right where you need to be.

[Crazy Hitch]

[cakeladie]

Liz what ever makes you happy go for it.

[Sabrina]

I hate garden work. To me its a massive chore. So I am glad that you are getting some relaxation from it. Have a great time.

[lizardlady]

Originally Posted by Sabrina

I hate garden work. To me its a massive chore. So I am glad that you are getting some relaxation from it. Have a great time.

My boss seems to feel the same as you Sabrina. She made "ick" kind of comments when I said I was going to work in the yard. Anything that lets me be closer to Nature brings me peace and fills my soul.

Thanks everyone for your comments.

I finished pressure washing the outside of the house yesterday. Then I cleaned all the windows inside and out. There were so dirty I could hardly see out them. Probably not other people's idea of a restful vacation, but I work at my own pace, rest when I want to and have a sense of accomplishment for getting things done that have been preying on my mind for months.

Saturday a friend came over and we rode. Kyote was such a good boy. He went "on the buckle" most of the time we rode. For non-horsey folks that meant he walked quietly on a very long rein.

[Fresia]

Sounds like a wonderful vacation to me as well.

I appreciate having the time at home to relax in nature as I have all that I need here being out in the country; it is rejuvenating. I also enjoy doing those kinds of projects so can understand where you are coming from in that respect. I have some time coming in August and am counting down the days to do just the same thing at home sweet home. The only thing I may do away from the home is venture to the beach for an afternoon or two.

I hope you continue to enjoy your time off.
(((( LL ))))

[LettinG0]

Glad you are having such a great vacation......sounds lovely!

[lizardlady]

Sabrina, I was thinking of you yesterday while I worked in the garden.

Several years ago I planted wild flowers in one of my flowerbeds. They took over the bed. I spent yesterday yanking them out so I can transplant them to an area where they can grow as crazy as they want. I also transplanted an alamanda bush and planted a couple of new hibiscus bushes. I was dog tired last night, but the flower beds look nice. I'll try and post some pics.

I've also been reading up a storm. Reading is one of my "vices." I'm indulging myself while I'm home.

Am also getting lots of snuggle time with my fur babies. All five cats were in bed with me this morning when I woke up. Mikey is especially happy about how much snuggle time he is getting during the day time. He's going to be mournful when I have to go back to work.

[77jonilg]

I'm a stay at home house wife. Also, I have seizures, so I can not drive or work. My husband is taking me to Denver, Wyoming and Utah in Sept. I can't wait. We will be gone for 12 days.

[lizardlady]

Originally Posted by 77jonilg

I'm a stay at home house wife. Also, I have seizures, so I can not drive or work. My husband is taking me to Denver, Wyoming and Utah in Sept. I can't wait. We will be gone for 12 days.

Sounds like a nice trip. I hope you have a good time.