My most recent obsession all began with this delightful post from Spagat about her upcoming trip to Procida, the gorgeous Italian island where they filmed The Talented Mr. Ripley. Then it started to grow when I read this post about a trip to Portland. Then I remembered a vacation spot which seemed like a good idea at the time, but would be a much better idea now that my daughter is older. And, just like that…the vacation obsession is born. I’ve planned about 60 in my head since Friday. One includes an amtrak up the west coast.
I’ve planned a weekend in my mind to Maine and trips to Bainbridge Island. And to the Greek Isles and Hawaii. Or back here to my favorite place.
And just for kicks, check out this place in the Maldives.
There are so few consecutive blank days on the calendar this summer, that I’m desperate to find a break in the work. We’ve looked at places close by and places far and I’m still coming up with not enough of something to make it happen. I’ll keep looking.
Where ever it is, I hope it will be a new adventure, have salty air, a little bookstore, sandy paths and time to read, and carve out a space for just us.
In the meantime, maybe I will plot these imaginary vacations on the calendar and during those weeks, eat food that would be local to that area, play music from the region.
Where are you going this summer?
by Teaworthy
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