Staycation

Ahhhhh, don’t you just love a good staycation? Hubby and I took a couple of days and enjoyed the beauty that is Arkansas and I want to thank Mother Nature for accommodating us as well. Sunday after celebrating my eldest step son’s 21^st birthday (yikes!), we came home, packed and headed up to our friend’s cabin for the night. We stopped by my favorite winery on the way up for a couple of yummy reds. I love going to the cabin. It is in the middle of nowhere and there is no wifi, so it is great to just unplug. We took a small hike to the lake when we got there and enjoyed the view and each other. Nature’s sounds are the best. So relaxing and soothing. The weight of the world just drops off your shoulders when you can escape like that. Monday morning we headed up to Petit Jean. We have not been there for a couple of years so it was nice to see it again. We took what we thought was a small hike to the falls, but ended up being an hour and a half hike with a decent climb at the end. It was well worth it. The day was beautiful and just the right temperature. I would like to go when it is warmer and play in the falls. It was a bit crowded as it is spring break, but I loved everyone being out and enjoying nature and there is always someone ready to help you with the best photo op. We lunched at Mather Lodge and the food was excellent. We split the Reuben sandwich and a Chicken sandwich. We were then off to scratch something off of my bucket list, Wye Mountain. I have never been there.  The daffodils are beautiful and the smell is magical. I am going to take princess up there before they wilt because she would love it and I have a perfect photo opportunity for her. On the way home we stopped by Mooyah’s and split a banana/peanut butter shake. Yummmm!

 My advice to you today: Get away with your significant other. Hubby and I feel refreshed and more in love than ever. We made some discoveries about each other while away and I seriously think I love him more. I did not think it was possible, but it is. I am very blessed and fortunate to have this man in my life. I love you, my Mark.

 

Hugs!