November is the time of year when everything becomes a blur of parent teacher conferences, report cards, holiday preparation and reflective thinking in preparation for the upcoming new year. I found myself caught in this redundant and turbulent whirlwind as the date for our biggest conference of the year quickly crept up on my iCalendar. Mentally frazzled but very excited, I packed my belongings for a trip to New Orleans, anticipating the things I love about my job- meeting new people, making connections, and managing our social campaign.
We get to the hotel and grab a cup of complimentary coffee, head up to our room, and then over to the conference center to set up. The conference was a blur of successes for our company and each night my bed and shower were a welcomed reward for a job well done. I often think back to the last morning of my stay. Because of the time difference I woke up at 4am CST. I lay in the bed thinking about seeing my kids again and handing them the t-shirts and souvenirs I bought them during my quick touristy bouts in the French Quarter. I decided to take a really long shower that morning. I said to myself, “In 24 hours from right now I will be interrupted by toilet flushes, foul smells, screams and unrealistic requests from miniature people and a whole host of other motherly needs accompanied by tears. I'm thoroughly enjoying this shower too much”. In this moment the water rushed over me and I was quiet.
When traveling I encourage you to position yourself to miss your kids. Fly on an airline that relaxes you. Sleep in a hotel that invites you, and reserve the in between moments for reflective quiet. That way, when you get back, you’re refreshed and ready to hear about the millions of things you missed while you were away and thoroughly enjoy those stories with a refreshed and benevolent spirit.
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It's really important to provide "organic" experiences by taking your child places that will stimulate their 5 senses.
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