Today's plan is a simple one. Hanging out at HOME....tackling the laundry, checking off a few chores before life gets busy again. My main focus, though, is getting my bag packed for my upcoming girls' trip to Branson, Mo. But before I can even think about packing cute outfits, I need to cook a few meals to tuck into the freezer for Sam. Gotta make sure he eats while I'm gone. I sure don't want him resorting to cereal three times a day.
I'm not worried about leaving him for a few days... The girls will be around (both of them only live a couple miles away). His brother is near by and so is my brother and sister-in-law. 💛💛💛💛💛. We are not leaving until Thursday, so I will be out of pocket from Thursday the 6th until Tuesday the 12th.
Speaking of this trip.... it's going to be a brand-new adventure for me. I've never really gone on any overnight trips without Sam, and I'll be honest, I'm feeling a mix of excitement and "oh goodness, what have I gotten myself into?" I'll be sharing a room with one of my dear friends, which sounds perfectly fun....until bedtime rolls around.
You see, I've got quirks. Not the cute kind, either. I'm in bed by 9:00 and asleep by 9:10... just like clockwork. I can't sleep without my box fan blowing at full speed (NO white noise effects from my phone for me). I need the REAL thing! I make a few nightly trips to the bathroom. And yes, rumor has it that I might even snore a little.. OKAY fine, I might snore a good bit. But only when I'm tired.
So, as I pack my suitcase, I'm also packing a healthy dose of self-awareness and a pinch of prayer that my roommate doesn't secretly record my midnight symphony. She is so funny and I can assure you, she will be laughing. I just keep telling myself, "I can, I can....I think I can."
Oh, and here's the kicker..... I am an early riser. I'll be up before sunrise, sipping coffee and chatting with the Lord, while my three friends are still deep in dreamland. Could I possibly be diagnosed with a new phobia by the end of this trip.. "Dormaphobia" ......The fear of disturbing your roommate with your nighttime craziness. "Dormaphobia" is not a real phobia...I just made this one up, but it sounds realistic. 😂
Did you know there are over 500 named phobias??
I'm kinda proud of myself for stepping out of my comfort zone. After all, life is too short to stay home just because a box fan might not fit in my suitcase!! I'll be toting it anyways...through the lobby of the hotel and straight up to The room.
Well friends....these are my plans for the day. Here I go....work to do!!
Hugs to ALL
Shug.
Have a fun trip, Shug. I'm sure your roommates will understand all the quirks of your trip.....except maybe the snoring. I have a snorer in my family as well, oh my gosh. I think you need and deserve this little time away. You do so much for everyone, and now you will have lots of special moments coming to you. I love your Shug car, by the way. Have fun!
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I don't ever notice that I snore! LOL.. I think my friend wear a CPAP, so maybe she will not even hear me.
DeleteDormaphobia is a great, creative word, Shug. Have fun on your adventures with the gals and take lots of photos to share with us here. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteHey..it is a pretty good word isn't it? I have to get used to it anyways, cause I am going to Ireland in March and will be rooming with my daughters..lol
DeleteOh Shug, that is so WONDERFUL you are going on a girls' getaway trip. You SO deserve this. Have a truly awesome time. (I know you will.) It is good to get out of one's comfort zone. We just never will know how good it feels until we do it and you are doing it! Can't wait to hear all about the trip when you get back. Have FUN! Hugs. Susan
ReplyDeleteWe don't leave until Thursday, so I will be posting until then, but I am truly looking forward to this time with my girlfriends..
DeleteYou will enjoy the time away with your friends. I love your new word - Dormaphobia sounds quite attractive.
ReplyDeleteWe always take some kind of trip each year, but Sam usually goes with us. It will be a nice get-away I know.
DeleteYou will have such fun! I have dormo-phobia too. You and I would make good room mates. I've been known to snore, get up for bathroom runs... But I am a night owl and stay up till midnight. :)
ReplyDeleteI think one of my issues is me knowing that I need to go to bed early and the rest of them staying up..lol
DeleteHave a wonderful trip!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much...I'll be happy to have new blogging content.
DeleteI think you are wonderful for stepping out of your comfort zone! And brave, too! I do not travel anymore at all, because of several old-people issues! One being I have to have a handicapped toilet, and they cannot be found in a speedy manner! I think you are probably envisioning the worst, and it will go so much better! And whatever happens, the adventure will be so much worth it!! Come back with lots of pics, Bon Voyage!
ReplyDeleteI am hoping to come back with a lot of blogging material. These friends are so sweet that even if I snore they won't mind.
DeleteWe could be roommates, I too need a fan at full speed, I too let out a good ol snore and I gotta pee!!! :-)
ReplyDeleteHave a fun trip!
Love, Carla
Woo Hoo. I need a good roommate like you Girl. thank you Carla
DeleteDear Shug, I hope you have a wonderful time, my friend 🧡
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda. it will be a fun trip filled with making memories...
DeleteI'm set in my ways when it comes to keeping my bedtime routine. I need white noise too, but I use a basic noise machine that I bought in 1981 so my son could take naps. He was such a light sleeper. I used it then after and had to replace it a couple of years ago - same brand. Now my husband is hooked on it. Heck, so is the dog! ☺️
ReplyDeleteI'm sure it will all work out and you'll have a lot of fun. Sometimes we fret about things that probably won't even happen. I don't care to travel with my friends anymore they're all single now and get a little too rowdy for me and I'm really not comfortable. Plus I really miss my husband. As corny as it sounds, he's my best friend and the most fun! 💘
You have a busy day! I'm proud of you for stepping out of your comfort zone and doing this girls trip! Good for you!
ReplyDeleteThanks Pamela.. We are so looking forward to a good time
DeleteDormaphobia - perfect word! You and I would make great roommates my Friend as I visit the bathroom and snore as well - so you wouldn't bother me at all. Lol The early riser part is where you lose me but I'd do devotionals if you delayed til I woke up. 😂
ReplyDeleteProud of you for tackling these fears my Friend and just go enjoy the fellowship of friends and a wonderful time! Jesus will take care of the rest. 😉 Also, want to say how thankful I am for you in this month of gratitude. Blessings always. xo
Awe. You are so sweet Carrie. Guess we need to plan a trip together..lol. This will be a fun trip...I just need to get my focus where it needs to be and that is having a great trip full of memories with my dear friends.
DeleteHave a wonderful time on your trip! I'm sure it will produce a lot of good blog fodder!
ReplyDeleteDon't you know it Barbara. We are all looking forward to this trip.
DeleteYou're so funny, Shug. What I'd give to glimpse you toting that fan through the hotel lobby. I'm not so sure at this time of my life I'd be comfortable with a roomie (other than my two little pups). While I don't snore (I think), I do have to visit the porcelain throne more often than not. I hope you and your friends have an amazing time ... may laughter abound a'plenty!
ReplyDeleteI think I have a touch of anxiety about it, but I know it will all be okay...That throne is a issue for me as well.
DeleteThis sounds like a grand adventure. I cannot wait to hear about the things you all get into!
ReplyDeleteI've never been to Branson but I know people who have and they loved it there. A girls trip sounds like fun. I think I would have the same phobia though sharing a room with someone.
ReplyDeleteI bet you will be taking turns going to the "throne" during the night..don't we all have that issue at this stage in life? I know I can't be the only one...and talk about snoring...I know I do, but my hubby hasn't ever complained so it can't be too bad. Yes, I go to bed around 9-9:30 and get up early too. We'd make great roommates, but we might need two potties. LOL. I am happy for you to have this little getaway. Just relax and have a great time. I'll bet your friends are all thinking about similar issues, and you can all just laugh about it together and have fun. Can't wait to hear all about it.
ReplyDeleteYou may have quirks, but I'm sure each person going on the trip has them too!
ReplyDeleteI have to give you credit. You are so much like me it is not even funny. The only thing is I probably wouldn't go. Just remember they love you and everyone has some differences and it's okay.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful girls trip, box fan and all!
ReplyDeleteWell, at least you don't spend half the night practicing playing the bagpipes. My neighbours are always complaining about this.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your holiday and have a great time. God bless you and yours.
I've only been on a few trips without David and I felt the same way. I was fine during the day and then anxious at night. But hopefully your days will be so fun that sleep will be fast and sweet and you'll wake up to another day of fun. Have a great trip!
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