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!
Stepping out of the daily routine allows us to appreciate what we have left behind, and also to embrace what we bring with us.
What is always at the center is gratitude and love.
I’m looking forward to reconnecting with you all ❤️
Find Your Middle Ground 
Looks like you had a lovely time! Welcome back! ❤
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Thank you Louise 💛 it’s good to be settling back here with our own pups!
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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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So true Jet. Thank you for this lovely comment 💛
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I am headed to Italy in November for Thanksgiving – any recommendations for yoga studios near Florence or Rome?
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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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So nice to have you back, Val. You both look very happy. The sure sign of a good vacation.
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Thank you MK! It was very relaxing – apart from avoiding cyclists and finding parking spaces 😉
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Italy is a beautiful place,
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It is indeed Mark 😎
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Happy for your lovey times 🙂 Wish you ease and joy as you get back to all that awaits you!
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Thank you for such a lovely welcome home PD 💕
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Welcome back, Val, from that life “beyond the guide books”…the only way to travel. The pics are lovely.
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Love your comment Van. 💛 As life continues, I find Its the only way to live as well as travel!
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I was just thinking about you today Val..Welcome. Home.
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Thank you Deb 💕 Home always feels good, no matter where we are 🙏
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Aww, cute, you two! 🙂 xoxo
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Remembering the cuteness is key 😉 Thanks Bela ❣️
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Lovely photos, dear Val! You were missed. Welcome home!💕
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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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Thank you, Val! A smile and hug to you, too. 😉🤗
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Welcome back, Val. I bet you had a blast – viva Italia!
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Thanks Eliza. It was a great trip – every year gets better as we appreciate life!
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Welcome back, Val. It looks like you had a fun time.
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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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Yes, welcome back home.
Sounds like you had a lovely break from daily routines.
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So true Vicki. Although I do enjoy my daily routine too 💛
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Welcome home, Val. I’m so happy you had a great trip!
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Thanks so much Jill. Its good to have time to connect and catch up again 💛
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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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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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Nice. Its always good to do something out of your daily routine like a vacation. 👍😊
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A change of scenery is aways welcome. Thank you Ting Ting 💛
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Welcome back. Sounds like you had wonderful time.
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It really was. Thank you David 💛
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Welcome back, Val. 🙂
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Thanks Jennifer 💛
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Welcome back, Val. I’m looking forward to reading your posts again! xxxx
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Thanks Ally. I’m taking time to find my feet, and the inspiration that comes from there 😊
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A good place to start! 😉
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A beautiful place to rejuvenate! Glad you had a good break 💕💚
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Thanks Karen. You know how heartwarming it is there … it feels more and more like a home from home 💛
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Yes I agree! Bellissimo 🍷💕
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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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Thank you Julie. It was a wonderful vacation .. and now a wonderful settling back in 💛
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Glad your trip went well . . . welcome back!
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So glad you had a wonderful time!
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Thanks Fiona. 💛
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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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Thank you so much Sue ❣️
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Welcome back also, Val. Your posts always give me a sense of peace and point in the right direction. ❤
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Thank you so much Olga❣️ it’s lovely being in community here in WP again.
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happy knowing of holiday’s
safe return, Val 🙂
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Thank you David for the welcoming comment 💛
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Welcome home ❤
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Thank you Diana. It feels good … especially since the body Clark has adjusted ❤️
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