Babymoon

At the end of April/beginning of May, Seth and I took ourselves on a “babymoon,” which is basically an excuse that pregnant people use to go on vacation before taking the next step up in life responsibilities. A long, unusually cold start to spring gave me the irresistible urge to flee to warmer climates, so that’s just what we did. My wonderful parents came up to spend a few days with Allie at our house while we headed to Naples, FL, for some serious sun and relaxation.

IMG_7186It was a really wonderful vacation. Seth had a good time, too, but for me, it was totally fantastic. While I absolutely love and would not trade my full-time job as a stay-at-home mommy to my beautiful little girl, there are times when I just long to be “off duty” for awhile. I fantasize of things like sleeping in, reading for extended periods of time, having a leisurely meal in a restaurant without trying to entertain and feed a little person who just wants out of the high chair, and just not being responsible for all the daily needs of someone else. So taking a few days “off” was really, really nice. Especially since those days off were in the gorgeous, sunny, lush setting of Naples.

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IMG_7204Even though our hotel was on the budget end of the spectrum, it was a great little place that we really enjoyed. We swam in the pool, went to the nearby beach, watched sunsets from the Naples Pier, did some window shopping, ate lots of delicious food, went on walks, admired the beautiful landscaping in the area (including banyan trees, pictured at the right, which we both thought were very cool), watched DVDs from the hotel’s free library, and generally had a very relaxing time.

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Meanwhile, Allie barely had time to miss us as she enjoyed quality time with Nana and Bapa. There were lots of walks to the park, several trips to the petting zoo, many games and books and other good fun. Thanks again to my parents for letting us get away!

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  1. The EyesJune 30, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    hmmm did I already forget that we have a Naples connection? In other words, my parents have a place on Lake Shore Blvd N and we spend a winter week there every year (plus they spend months). We've treaded many similar places, friends! Naples Pier being one of them. Fun to see you there, glad you enjoyed it! How did you pick this destination again?
    Happy almost new baby!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 5, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    Sounds like just what the dr. ordered! And by the way, you look fantastic in your swimming suit! :-)
    Stephanie

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