Espirational

Thought for Today

“The ache for home lives in all of us. The safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned.” — Maya Angelou, All God’s Children Need Traveling Shoes

And the #1 Staycation Idea is…..

Drumroll please… Organize your own at home spiritual retreat. * Turn off your phone and take off your watch. * Choose books, CD’s and videos to study during your retreat or study the sacred texts of your tradition. * Allow plenty of time for rest, reflection, meditation and journaling. * Spending time outside in aContinue reading “And the #1 Staycation Idea is…..”

Thought for Today

“Dreams come true; without that possibility, nature would not incite us to have them.” ~John Updike

Top 10 Staycation Ideas #2

Think you can’t afford a vacation this year? This is one of my top ten ideas for fun and relaxation close to home. Take a tour of your State Capitol building. This is something everyone should do at least once. This may be a bit of a drive depending on where you live, but willContinue reading “Top 10 Staycation Ideas #2”

Thought for Today

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. You’re on your own. And you know what you know. And YOU are the one who’ll decide where to go…” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You’ll Go!

Top 10 Staycation Ideas #3

Think you can’t afford a vacation this year? This is one of my top ten ideas for fun and relaxation close to home. Go Fishin’! Fishing really isn’t about fish. For many people fishing is about getting away from it all. Easier before cell phones, but still possible. Find a quiet place and leave the phone atContinue reading “Top 10 Staycation Ideas #3”

Thought for Today

“What we see depends mainly on what we look for.” ~John Lubbock

Top 10 Staycation Ideas #4

Think you can’t afford a vacation this year? This is one of my top ten ideas for fun and relaxation close to home. Make your own homemade ice cream and have a sundae party. Don’t forget to invite me. Homemade ice cream is a vacation in a bowl! Making your own gives you control overContinue reading “Top 10 Staycation Ideas #4”