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headed out.

Leaving

I'm headed up north today to teach at the Your Story Retreat.

This is my first multi-night adventure away from the bug and I have a feeling she'll be crawling and saying "Da-Da" before I return Sunday afternoon. I think (hope?!) I've made peace with that.

And overall I am looking forward to getting away for a few days. Even the plane ride (three un-interrupted hours?!!?!!) sounds like a total vacation (if vacation means a chance to plan and write and think).

I'll be officially back at my desk Monday but there are posts (like my March Project Life update) scheduled to run while I'm away. I'm sure I'll be over-sharing here too.

Have a good one.

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  1. Carrie Avatar
    Carrie

    Have a good trip! And even if Little E is saying Da-Da by Sunday, I bet her face lights up when she sees her Mama! 4 days is a long time for her too!

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  2. Kelsey Avatar
    Kelsey

    Have a great time! I’m taking a first trip away from my son in May. I’m a little nervous too but also think that it will be a wonderful recharge. And yes: reading/thinking uninterrupted on a plane? Definitely sounds like a vacation to me! Being a busy mama really helps to appreciate the small joys in life!

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  3. kristen @ verbs and vignettes Avatar
    kristen @ verbs and vignettes

    have an amazing time. hopefully you’ll be able to away from ellerie. i bet you’ll both do fine.
    and please tell me this retreat will be considered again next year! it really wasn’t in the cards for me this year… but it sounds incredible.

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  4. Judi Avatar
    Judi

    Have fun don’t forget some bubble bath

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  5. Melissa Avatar
    Melissa

    I bet you enjoy your break away! When Alice was 6 months we went away for a weekend trip (2 nights, 3 days) because I was a bridesmaid in one of my best friends’ wedding. I was anxious about leaving her but we ended up having a great time (and found out we were pregnant again a month later – oops!).
    Plus she totally lit up and reached for me when we got back. Heart melting.

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  6. Katie Avatar
    Katie

    Have a great flight! Can’t wait to meet you!

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  7. Brianna Avatar
    Brianna

    Have fun! I think hours on a plane are truly the only really pure uninterrupted time we have left in this world without devices constantly chirping for our attention.

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  8. Vanessa Avatar
    Vanessa

    As a fellow baby-momma, three uninterrupted hours on a plane sounds divine (and I’m afraid of flying!) 😛 Have a great trip!

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  9. Andrea Wilborn Avatar
    Andrea Wilborn

    Welcome to Oregon! I wish I had known about this, what an amazing weekend! Maybe next year.

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  10. young Avatar
    young

    Have a great trip! I wish I was able to attend too – it sounds great!

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  11. Carolyn Williams Avatar
    Carolyn Williams

    Have a fun trip! Gearhart is lovely, and the Oregon coast is amazing, even (especially?) when it’s raining!

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  12. Jessi Avatar
    Jessi

    I’m so jealous! Enjoy your time away. And seriously tho, they always hit those milestone when you’re not around. I spend 24/7 with my kiddos and of course, the oldest decides to start crawling during the 2 hours that I’m away at Bible study. It’s just inevitable 😉

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  13. Stephanie Mathena Avatar
    Stephanie Mathena

    have fun!
    xo
    http://thewearwithal.typepad.com/

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  14. Casie Avatar
    Casie

    A flight alone – sounds wonderful!!! Coming from another busy mama, I too treasure quiet moments. Please tell us if you teach at this retreat again. I would LOVE to take part!

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  15. Sue Avatar
    Sue

    Elise!!
    Wish I had known about this retreat! It sounds just divine….do you do these retreats regularly?
    Sue

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  16. Kellie Winnell Avatar
    Kellie Winnell

    Have a safe and FUN filled trip!

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  17. lee Avatar
    lee

    Look forward to hearing about your experience at the retreat!! I always say I want to go, and have never prioritized the financial piece enough to make it…so I admit I’m hoping to live vicariously through your adventure this year. =)
    Have fun, and hope you find a beautiful balance between enjoying your time on your own and savoring the family you’ll go home to!

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  18. Pink Ronnie Avatar
    Pink Ronnie

    How lovely Elise – enjoy…
    Ronnie xo

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  19. J3SS1C4 Avatar
    J3SS1C4

    Have an amazing trip! I’m sure you’ll have a blast, and come back ready for some awesome Mum and Bub time at the other end! Can’t wait to see your pics on instagram 🙂

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  20. Welcome Home Taylor Avatar
    Welcome Home Taylor

    Have a great trip! I hope you’re able to get lots done while you’re away!
    xoxo
    Taylor

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