Vacations are tiring!

I've been on vacation the past week. We didn't go on a huge exotic foray, but we did get to do a few fun things. By the end of the week I was starting to think I was more tired than if I had worked all week.

You see, this past Tuesday was my 39th birthday( I think I'm mentioned it before :P). My hubby and I decided we needed some time off to spend together. So we both had a few days off.

On Sunday, we went to see my Dad and stepmom. They live right outside of Dallas. They took us out for dinner and to the drive-in movie (yes, they do still exist). That was very interesting and fun (except for the 30 degree weather /brrr).

On Monday, we went to see a 3d Imax of Monsters &Ailens, and then we just relaxed.

On Tuesday, we met an old friend for lunch at Ghengis Grill (one of my faves) and then headed back to Huntsville in time for a great birthday dinner my Mom had made for me (mmm fried chicken).

Wednesday was day of relaxing and errands. It was really nice to just hang loose.

Thursday, I headed to Houston. I had some business to attend too, and I caught up with another old friend for dinner that night. I spent the night and headed back the next morning.

On Friday, my friends Sherry & Jean insisted we go out for lunch. It turned into a VERY extended lunch. We ended up bar hopping (in my words) for the afternoon. Actually we went to two bars and had a total of two drinks (i'm a faux bad girl wannabe ;) ). By the end of the day I was starting to feel all this commotion.

Last night I crashed hard and slept for 8+ hours (unusual for me). I am sooo rested now. Maybe that was what I need all along.. A week of friends, family, fun, and rest!

Vacations are tiring, but they are great!

Alas, they don't last. Monday it's back to the daily grind of running to keep up with a very busy schedule .