Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Break

We were running errands on Saturday and needed to pick up a bottle of wine, so we stopped in at the new-ish Venokado location. Their selection is nicely curated and not too overwhelming and you have at least some assurance that you won't accidentally buy something horribly embarrassing.

As she wrapped our gift, the lady behind the counter mentioned that they do wine tastings on the patio. I instinctively said no, we'd love to but we don't have the time.

I've felt so short on time lately. We've been overwhelmed and end up with very little unscheduled time. I have a hard time relaxing even when I block time out for it, because I'm thinking of people and tasks that are going neglected.

But the day was so unexpectedly gorgeous that I decided it was a sign. A sign that we should sit down outside and taste a flight and eat some cheese and spend an hour talking about nothing important.

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And so we did. Because those unimportant things are sometimes the most important.

16 comments:

  1. I could not agree more, it can be so difficult to switch off. I'm glad you found the headspace to relax a little and hope you enjoyed the wine.

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  2. Cheese and wine with the husband is always a good enough excuse to take a day off. Looks like you had a lovely time.

    ~Stop Me if You've Heard This One

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  3. It must be the time of year when we all need to step off the treadmill!

    http://a-little-birdy-told-me-so.blogspot.com/

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  4. Agreed! Looks like fun and the right decision for sure.

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  5. I really enjoy your blog. Especially your photography.
    Much love, Bailey from Vanilla Blonde

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  6. Nice! this little spontaneous decisions are normally the ones that gives the best stories/days!

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  7. What an amazing way to spend some time! I have the same issue of not being able to relax when I schedule it in because I"m thinking about what's next on the agenda or to-do list. I love a little surprise down-time, what a treat!

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  8. Yummy and relaxing at the same time!

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  9. Well said! It sounds like a perfect way to spend some time!
    xo

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  10. Not a giant fan of wine, so this doesnt sound like my cup of tea!

    I am a big fan of your blog
    amateurartblog.blogspot.com
    xx

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  11. Here here! Well said. Life goes by fast. Slow it down. Eat some cheese. Sip some wine. Cheers to you!

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  12. Absolutely! What an encouragement...I think I need to follow suit! The photo pulled me in, and I feel lighter just reading your post. Very special day indeed!

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  13. OH good for you! I need to listen to you more. I'm running myself into the ground.

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  14. You perfectly summed up what needs to done very once in awhile in our rushed lives. Jealous.

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