I think I need to take an extended weekend, mini-vacation a couple of times a year.  My time away these past few days has been just what the doctor ordered.  

Blissful peace and quiet.

Hot meals that were cooked for me, with no clean up involved.

Sleeping in until 9am.

Adult conversation, uninterrupted.

I could get used to this!   Though I thoroughly enjoyed my time away from home, I am looking forward to returning.   Returning to my family, to my routine, and after all the eating I did this past weekend, returning to my diet as well...

Thank you dear Marlena, for being such a wonderful hostess, tour guide and taxi driver...I love you and will be looking forward to our next visit together!