We went camping on a little island called Thetis. A little island where the first thing you see as you drive off the ferry is a sign that says "no camping on thetis island." We, being in the know, had access to this little private campsite with eight sights along 14 acres of waterfront. It was perfect.
It was everything that i needed. From the moment i arrived i let everything else go. I was happy to just be. Be in the moment. Forget about all the things that are making me feel sad.
It was a magical four days. I cried when we got home. Cried for the things i have to deal with. Cried because i just wanted to stay on that island where life was easy and simple.
a little rock barely on the map
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I just started reading your blog… for the longest time I wanted to suggest Effexor… I am so glad you are going to start taking it. It has made my life so much better. It does not make the issues go away… but it provides you the ability to deal with them so much more. I cannot wait to read about your growth and success…
I pray and hope that what you found on that island, you find it in your daily life. ((hugs))
I’m so, so glad you had a great time, Jess! You really needed that. Maybe things at home will begin to seem simpler too.
What a amazing, carefree picture!
You look like you’re having a splendid time.
{{{hugs}}}
welcome home, jess.
Welcome back! I had to take a little waterside retreat recently too. Then got home and called the therapist – woo hoo. Have you read Gift from the Sea by Anne Marrow Lindbergh? Seems like women have been going to the water for 50 years to ponder and escape and renew.
I don’t even have any kids and I still get overwhelmed by my little responsibilities. I keep waiting for a time when everything is taken care of and I can relax. It is starting to dawn on me that everything may not ever be fully taken care of.
I am glad you got a break.
So excited for you that you had such a wonderful time. Hang in there.
That little island is always in your head to retreat too..remember that.
I felt the same when I was up at Sechelt….just being at the ocean and the beauty….balm for a troubled soul.
Hang in there…
I’m so glad you had a great time. Your photos are beautiful and everyone looks so happy.
Me, too! I’m happy you were able to get away for a bit.
Jess that’s funny I was there two weeks ago–I wonder if it is the same place, I went with friends who always book campsite two (with the very best view) and campsite three (the place to be)!!!!
Great picture. And it sounds like a good break. Too bad we can’t stay on ‘breaks’ forever though.
welcome back. hi.
Sounds like alot of fun. I love that picture! Hang in there!
{{{HUGS}}}
That picture is gorgeous. You’ll find your island back at home. Hopefully an island where random strangers don’t accost you in the airport and talk your ear off. Hopefully something more peaceful than that.
I love that picture, Jess.
Hi Jess
Just look how amazingly fabulously beautiful you look in that photo!
I know exactly first hand what you are going through. FIRST HAND and I’ve been on effexor…and trying to wean off. I’d love to chat with you! People like you and me are amongst the most giving and caring people in the world. That says alot about your personality, remember what a beautiful person you are inside and how much your kids and your family love you to pieces. Hugs from one bundle of anxiety to another.