Spring Break (Operation Embracing Freedom)
Now where did I put that juicer? I know it's here somewhere.
While it may not seem apparent from some of my more recent posts — which have dwelled on the darker side of infertility — I have also been in search of balance. So it's time, again, to put into practice the adage that when life hands you lemons you make lemonade.
Sometimes it takes longer for me than I'd like to retrieve the juicer — other times not so much.
For example, after the disbelief dissipated following a single line on a pee stick or a phone call announcing a negative beta, it was the equivalent of "Miller Time." Pregnant women are advised to abstain from certain beverages. But a "not pregnant woman" can do what she likes. So I'd mix a strong gin and tonic (with a twist of lime) or pour a glass (or more) of wine. The next morning I usually followed with a stiff cup of coffee, also a preggers no-no.
So today I remind myself that my mommy peers might have achieved one thing I couldn't but they are also tied to mind-numbing feeding schedules, potty training, homework assignments, play dates, soccer schedules and the like. Me? I wouldn't know the right car seat from the wrong car seat if it hit me in the head. Rather than checking out the latest in kid essentials or doing another load of laundry I have a different, more appealing assignment — like wondering what awaits me in Berlin and Paris.
That's right I'm off to pack my bags. Mr. PJ has business that takes him to Europe. He discovered American Express has a buy one, get one free airfare offer. I'll be riding shotgun.
Passport. check. Walking maps. check. Stylish shoes. check. This also means I won't be posting again until mid-April. I expect I'll check in on a few blogs while I'm killing time in airports, but the rest of the time I'll be on the ground exploring the streets, sights and sounds of a world apart.
Yes, April in Berlin and Paris with the best man on the planet. Hands down, that's the most alluring play date I've heard of lately...
À bientôt mes amis!
Oh fantastic! Berlin and Paris sound even better than lemonade.
Are you serious?? Wow & woohoo for you!! (I hear Ella Fitzgerald warbling "I love Paris in the springtime" in my head now...!) We'll miss you, but have a marvellous time!
How wonderful!!!!! I'm trying to be a girl with manners and not drool, but it's impossible to contain my jealous zeal! Drool, drool, drool.....
Hope you have an amazing time, sweetie!
Berlin and Paris???!!! Woohoo! That's the best playdate EVER!! I'm sure you'll have an awesome time and I hope you give us some pics too see when you return.
Be safe while you travel and I hope you have a wonderful experience.
YOU - My Dear - Have a FABULOUS time! Safe travels, and all that jazz, too!
Aaaaaaaaah, spring in Paris with your honey... now THAT is something those silly Mommy's should be jealous of!
Pamela - Have a wonderful, splendid, spring-filled time of it in Paris - so glad you're getting this break. Let's catch up after your return, OK? Thinking of you with love...susan
Sexy time ahead! Have a marvelous trip!
Oh my G-d! Have an amazing trip
Ooooo! I am SO jealous! You recall my trip to Turks and Caicos was essentially canceled. Well, my DH is now going the week after next. Am I going? Nope. DH didn't want me to travel that far this far along in the pregnancy. I didn't really relish the idea of the plane ride either.
You are right to relish these kinds of adventures that would likely not be possible if you were in a different situation in terms of kids.
You probably also know that all (I think all - at least most)happiness studies. find that people without children are happier than people with children. Go figure why we all want to be so much less happy.
Oh PJ--have a fantastic get-away! How fun! I hope you have a great trip! Can't wait to hear all about it=)
Have enough fun for all of us still stuck back at home! We'll miss you!
Enjoy! Sounds wonderful and I can't wait to hear all about it
A bientôt, ma chere! Enjoy yourselves!
ohhh....April in Paris. Sounds amazing. Have a fantastic time with your man. Now mine has to go to Buffalo for work, but for some reason I'm not riding shot gun on that trip
Enjoy all the food, wine, and beer you can consume
That is so FABULOUS!!! Can't wait to see the pictures when you get back!
That is so wicked! That definitely sounds like the best play date on earth. Hope it is perfect and splendid and amazing.
Wheeee! Have fun, PJ! Drink wine in Paris and beautiful, beautiful beer in Berlin. If you eat meat, don't forget to try the currywurst in Germany. It's a yummy sausage with french fries and curry ketchup. MmmmmMMMMM. I know it sounds gross, but it's total street food heaven! (Yes, as a matter of fact I AM a total hotdog whore whenever I'm in northern Europe. You got a problem with that?)
Nice! We want pics, don't forget! Got the camera packed, I hope?
Bea
I can't decide if I am kelly green with envy or hunter green with envy.
Maybe lime green. I can make limeade with it.
Hope to have a gin and tonic with you soon. Have a wonderful trip, my friend!
Safe travels lots of good French wine & German beer!
You deserve it! I envy you so much. My husband travels quite a fair bit, but I've never been able to join him. Take lots of pictures! Get drunk, be silly, be in love! I see a safe journey and a safe return.
Oh, that is too fabulous for words! Eat a croissant for me at a lovely little Parisian cafe. I am positively green with envy - and yet so very happy for you too. Have a fantastic time!
have a wonderful time! I was reminiscing about our trip to paris in my last post. aside from the 2ww and bfn, it really was a fantastic trip! enjoy every moment. bon voyage! ~luna
Have a wonderful time, Pamela Jeanne!
And I love the fact that 'stylish shoes' are at the top of your packing list!
Good for you! The springtime is the best time of year to see Paris. Have a WONDERFUL time! I'm glad you're doing Berlin first, as I think you'll prefer Paris. But let us know, won't you?
Brilliant! I told Paris you are coming. Have lots and lots and lots of Romance!
Have some wine and cheese for me!! So Jealous!
I am SO envious!! Paris is gorgeous - you will eat SO well - and i've always wanted to see Berlin. Lucky, lucky lady.
Mmmmm -i'm drooling just thinking of the gorgeous, wine, pastries, cheese, bread etc etc you're going to get in Paris.
Have a wonderful, wonderful trip!
Have a fabulous trip! Sounds amazing!!!
Have a FABULOUS time!
I'm sure you will have an amazing time! Paris is my favourite city and Berlin is my hubby's - so this sounds like the perfect holiday to me
Enjoy your freedom and your trip!
Oh wow! That sounds like it will be a just brilliant trip.
I'll miss your postings, but my goodness you'll have a wonderful time!
J
Have a whole load of fun and eat some good food for me! Freedom does have its benefits...
So so happy for you and envious. I love Europe...
I hope you are having fun!!
Ahhhh... wow. vacations. ahhh.