We're back in NJ after 2 back to back weekends of travelling out of town. We were in NC this past weekend, and in Chicago the weekend prior.
In Chicago, we attended the wedding of my cousin. This trip is the only trip of the year where we are going for an event on 'my side' as every other trip is for Kunal's family or friends events. It was such a joy to see so much of my family in one spot, especially since the last time I saw most of them was in October for my own engagement. As usual, being with my family hinders my ability to sleep. I want to soak up every second possible so usually sleep gets thrown off the 'to do' list. This just goes to show how much I enjoy my family time as sleep is one of my favorites things. Spending 3-4 days with my family was the cure for my apathetic spell I was going through here in NJ. I'm so used to always being around family that I never realized what a toll it would have on me when I go months without seeing them.
This past weekend, we went back to the wonderful state of NC for Kunal's friend's engagement party. I was beyond excited at the thought of finally going home. We hadn't been to NC since the holidays!! Being home was great, especially since my parents were actually here this time! (Last time I came home, for the holidays, they decided to go to Texas to surprise my sister and left me alone!) I was more than spoiled with food. I was getting over allergies or a cold, still don't know what I have, so my parents really babied me until I got well again. Sometimes I wonder why I ever decided to move out.
Now we are back in NJ, here to stay until mid-July when we go home again for more weddings. That trip will be great because I am staying home for 10 days. I am in the middle of planning my daily meals so I can be sure to get in all my favorites before I'm forced to come back to NJ. I think I'm more concerned with my meals that week than actual wedding planning. Oh, my priorities.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
The Travel Bug
Everyone told me that once you 'grow up' you realize just how busy you become. There are 12 weeks until Labor Day weekend and out of those 12 weeks, we are out of the tri-state area for 6. And we'll be out of town for 2 more for some drivable weekend trips to CT and PA. Did I mention we have a trip planned every month after that? We are attending 5 weddings and 1 engagement from now until the end of the year. It will be lots of fun but I feel like I'll defintely miss the lazy weekends at home when the day is my canvas and I do what I please. This past weekend for perfect for that reason. We have no definite plans. We went to dinner with friends on Friday, planned our England trip, shopped, and spent time with more friends Saturday, and ended the weekend with some chores, tennis, and leftovers. It was a very nice "last weekend" at home until the end of the month.
I love to travel but hate to pack. I like being prepared for any type of situation which usually leads to overpacking. Since many of our trips revolved around Indian events, it just adds to my packing distain. Having to pick our normal clothing and accessories is difficult enough..then to have to throw in Indian outs and their accessories. It takes me hours making sure everything fits, it all has a string where needed, a petticoat for saris, putting together bangles, finding jewelry and a bindi to match. Then there's the shoes! I finally finished last night putting together my Indian outfits for this weekend. I haven't even thought about what clothes I'll be wearing the rest of the time in Chicago. Then there's deciding what makeup is needed, what hair supplies I need to bring. It is SUCH a process.
Our main plan this year was going to go to Hawaii for a real vacation...but the important life events of our nearest and dearest definitely take precedent over vacations, and there is always next year. In order to still have some fun 'us time' we planned getaways where possible.When we are in England, we've booked a 3 day excursion to Paris in the middle of switching from spending time with Kunal's family to mine. Since Hawaii wasn't going to happened this year, the next best thing is Miami. The dates of our timeshare coincided with the anniversary of our civil ceremony so that will be a nice treat. The following month, we are off to Boston for a wedding and we'll end the year out in the South for the holidays. The year is so planned that I feel like it is going to fly by so fast. Before I know it, it'll be my wedding!
I love to travel but hate to pack. I like being prepared for any type of situation which usually leads to overpacking. Since many of our trips revolved around Indian events, it just adds to my packing distain. Having to pick our normal clothing and accessories is difficult enough..then to have to throw in Indian outs and their accessories. It takes me hours making sure everything fits, it all has a string where needed, a petticoat for saris, putting together bangles, finding jewelry and a bindi to match. Then there's the shoes! I finally finished last night putting together my Indian outfits for this weekend. I haven't even thought about what clothes I'll be wearing the rest of the time in Chicago. Then there's deciding what makeup is needed, what hair supplies I need to bring. It is SUCH a process.
Our main plan this year was going to go to Hawaii for a real vacation...but the important life events of our nearest and dearest definitely take precedent over vacations, and there is always next year. In order to still have some fun 'us time' we planned getaways where possible.When we are in England, we've booked a 3 day excursion to Paris in the middle of switching from spending time with Kunal's family to mine. Since Hawaii wasn't going to happened this year, the next best thing is Miami. The dates of our timeshare coincided with the anniversary of our civil ceremony so that will be a nice treat. The following month, we are off to Boston for a wedding and we'll end the year out in the South for the holidays. The year is so planned that I feel like it is going to fly by so fast. Before I know it, it'll be my wedding!
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