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Home Again

It is taking me some time to fully transition into being home after our vacation in Italy. We had many adventures into new places, and had a lot of fun in the discovery of life beyond the guide books. Good food and good wine always makes life more pleasurable of course!

where pine nuts come from
Don discovering where pint nuts come from
Greve wine festival –  fully embracing mind, body and chianti

Stepping out of the daily routine allows us to appreciate what we have left behind, and also to embrace what we bring with us.

Dogs and yoga go hand in hand
Inspiration in art

What is always at the center is gratitude and love.

I’m looking forward to reconnecting with you all ❤️

Val T Boyko
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58 responses to “Home Again”

  1. Louise Gallagher Avatar
    Louise Gallagher

    Looks like you had a lovely time! Welcome back! ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Louise 💛 it’s good to be settling back here with our own pups!

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  2. Jet Eliot Avatar
    Jet Eliot

    I always think the perfect vacation is a refreshing chance to look at new wonders, see the world; and then a lovely return home to embrace what our daily lives offer. Looks like you had just that. Welcome home, Val.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      So true Jet. Thank you for this lovely comment 💛

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  3. Are We Adults Yet Avatar
    Are We Adults Yet

    I am headed to Italy in November for Thanksgiving – any recommendations for yoga studios near Florence or Rome?

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      I bring my own mat, so haven’t explored the studios in either city. If you are staying at a hotel you can ask them if there is a studio nearby. Enjoy 😊

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  4. MK Avatar
    MK

    So nice to have you back, Val. You both look very happy. The sure sign of a good vacation.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you MK! It was very relaxing – apart from avoiding cyclists and finding parking spaces 😉

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  5. Mark Kerry Avatar
    Mark Kerry

    Italy is a beautiful place,

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      It is indeed Mark 😎

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  6. Infinite Living Avatar
    Infinite Living

    Happy for your lovey times 🙂 Wish you ease and joy as you get back to all that awaits you!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you for such a lovely welcome home PD 💕

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  7. vanbytheriver Avatar
    vanbytheriver

    Welcome back, Val, from that life “beyond the guide books”…the only way to travel. The pics are lovely.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Love your comment Van. 💛 As life continues, I find Its the only way to live as well as travel!

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  8. SageSpeaking Avatar
    SageSpeaking

    I was just thinking about you today Val..Welcome. Home.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Deb 💕 Home always feels good, no matter where we are 🙏

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  9. Bela Johnson Avatar
    Bela Johnson

    Aww, cute, you two! 🙂 xoxo

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Remembering the cuteness is key 😉 Thanks Bela ❣️

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      1. Bela Johnson Avatar
        Bela Johnson

        😀

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  10. Carrie Cannady Avatar
    Carrie Cannady

    Lovely photos, dear Val! You were missed. Welcome home!💕​

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Carrie! It’s so good to be back. It takes some time to get my feet and bearings again. Then I can really be here and especially enjoy this WordPress community again. Sending a big smile and hug your way 🤗

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      1. Carrie Cannady Avatar
        Carrie Cannady

        Thank you, Val! A smile and hug to you, too. 😉🤗

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  11. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    Welcome back, Val. I bet you had a blast – viva Italia!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Eliza. It was a great trip – every year gets better as we appreciate life!

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  12. Dan Antion Avatar
    Dan Antion

    Welcome back, Val. It looks like you had a fun time.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Dan. It was a lovely trip this year. Last year when we were there, we weren’t sure if it would be the last one for Don. This year we really celebrated life with old and new friends. There was a lot of gratitude and love ❤️

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  13. Vicki Avatar
    Vicki

    Yes, welcome back home.
    Sounds like you had a lovely break from daily routines.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      So true Vicki. Although I do enjoy my daily routine too 💛

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  14. Jill Weatherholt Avatar
    Jill Weatherholt

    Welcome home, Val. I’m so happy you had a great trip!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks so much Jill. Its good to have time to connect and catch up again 💛

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  15. insearchofitall Avatar
    insearchofitall

    Vacations are wonderful and makes homecoming even better. Good to see you back here and I’ll bet the dogs missed you too.;) Enjoy the settling in process.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Marlene. We did get a great welcome!! They also seem o be better behaved since spending time with their favorite house sitter. Food for thought 😉

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      1. insearchofitall Avatar
        insearchofitall

        🙂

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  16. Ting-Ting Writes Avatar
    Ting-Ting Writes

    Nice. Its always good to do something out of your daily routine like a vacation. 👍😊

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      A change of scenery is aways welcome. Thank you Ting Ting 💛

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  17. David Kanigan Avatar
    David Kanigan

    Welcome back. Sounds like you had wonderful time.

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      It really was. Thank you David 💛

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  18. Jennifer Kelland Perry Avatar
    Jennifer Kelland Perry

    Welcome back, Val. 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Jennifer 💛

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  19. allysoally Avatar
    allysoally

    Welcome back, Val. I’m looking forward to reading your posts again! xxxx

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Ally. I’m taking time to find my feet, and the inspiration that comes from there 😊

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      1. allysoally Avatar
        allysoally

        A good place to start! 😉

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  20. Healing Grief Avatar
    Healing Grief

    A beautiful place to rejuvenate! Glad you had a good break 💕💚

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Karen. You know how heartwarming it is there … it feels more and more like a home from home 💛

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      1. Healing Grief Avatar
        Healing Grief

        Yes I agree! Bellissimo 🍷💕

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  21. Jewels Avatar
    Jewels

    Sounds like a wonderful time was had in Italy, I’m so glad! Welcome home Val, you’ve been missed! x ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Julie. It was a wonderful vacation .. and now a wonderful settling back in 💛

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  22. nrhatch Avatar
    nrhatch

    Glad your trip went well . . . welcome back!

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  23. ladyfi Avatar
    ladyfi

    So glad you had a wonderful time!

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thanks Fiona. 💛

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  24. Sue Dreamwalker Avatar
    Sue Dreamwalker

    Val, so lovely to see you and your hubby had a wonderful time. There is something quite magical about Italy and the food, yes, something special. So pleased you had a wonderful holiday
    And I bet your four-legged friends were so pleased on your return.. 😀
    Sending LOVE and warm hugs your way
    As you settle back into your routines..
    Love ❤ Sue 💕

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you so much Sue ❣️

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  25. Olga Avatar
    Olga

    Welcome back also, Val. Your posts always give me a sense of peace and point in the right direction. ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you so much Olga❣️ it’s lovely being in community here in WP again.

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  26. smilecalm Avatar
    smilecalm

    happy knowing of holiday’s
    safe return, Val 🙂

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you David for the welcoming comment 💛

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  27. D. Wallace Peach Avatar
    D. Wallace Peach

    Welcome home ❤

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    1. Val Boyko Avatar
      Val Boyko

      Thank you Diana. It feels good … especially since the body Clark has adjusted ❤️

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