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Mar

The Great Escape…

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Spring Break is nearly over for us and one hand, I’m a little sad about it.  It was really nice not to scramble to get everyone ready for school in the morning, to be off schedule for the most part and just be at home.  On the other hand, I have to say it wasn’t nearly as relaxing as I had hoped and our days were jam packed from top to bottom.  I’ve found myself gasping for air the past couple days.  Do you ever feel like that?  I think I need a little escape.

The New York Times

Do you have a meaningful place you like to visit?  Or do you have a hobby that allows you to turn off your brain for awhile?  How do you escape from real life?

La Princesse Endormie via sfgirlbybay

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via My Favourite Books

Dedon via dornob

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This charming little hunting cabin was brought back to life by Sandra Foster.  To make this dramatic transformation, she carted all the materials and the goodies inside, across her property, over a running stream and then up the hillside.  And she even did all the carpentry herself.  A dreamy getaway from real life, don’t you think?

The New York Times

I hope you find a little time this weekend to take back for yourself.  Some time to just be.

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11 Comments ( Reply )

  1. The enchanted home
    Mar 25, 2011 @ 4:45 am

    Escaping for me normally means some alone time, whether it be at home,a long walk through a park or going to a movie I have been wanting to see….I like solitude every now and then even though by nature I am very social. I believe everyone needs to escape here and there, and needs to fully disconnect in order to reconnect with the worlds people, places and things!
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  2. colleen
    Mar 25, 2011 @ 6:44 am

    Ha Ha ! A latte book or magazine, an hour alone! Or a few days on the beach in Summerland! Hoping you have a great escape with your family this weekend!
    We are off to Vancouver for Bobs Bday!..But it is work today!
    colleen recently posted..Vintage Market

  3. Tanya from Dans le Townhouse
    Mar 25, 2011 @ 8:36 am

    Such dreamy photos. Painting (and cleaning, oddly) let me “zone out”.

  4. Deborah Watts
    Mar 25, 2011 @ 11:32 pm

    Just found and now following your wonderful blog! Your post is lovely and reminded me of how often I wish for a Great Escape…if only for a few hours!!
    Wishing you a lovely weekend!
    Debbie

  5. Simply Bungalow
    Mar 26, 2011 @ 6:16 am

    Beautiful photos and such a peaceful post. I wish I had a little Hideaway for some quiet moments!
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  6. Jens Dream Decor
    Mar 26, 2011 @ 7:41 am

    Our backyard in South Surrey is my little escape, full off birds, squirrels, the odd raccoon and i love to watch my indoor cats, watching all the activity…so relaxing!

    that dream cottage is something else though!!
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  7. Jens Dream Decor
    Mar 26, 2011 @ 7:44 am

    oops, if you can edit my name, hit enter to quick!!
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  8. Vicki at Rusty Rooster Vintage
    Mar 27, 2011 @ 12:21 pm

    Oh, these pics are like I’m dreaming…thanks for sharing. We just finished spring break too. I worked, juggled camp and played hard when I could. Now, I’m ready to relax. lol

  9. koralee
    Mar 27, 2011 @ 5:25 pm

    ..looking forward to your sale in May….I live just up the street from the old school house here in Abbotsford. Love you blog. xoxoxo

  10. janis - pinecone camp
    Mar 27, 2011 @ 6:43 pm

    Oh my God, I want to hope into that first image! What a gorgeous spot.
    janis – pinecone camp recently posted..Sunday Observations

  11. Anna @ Around My Table
    Mar 28, 2011 @ 4:37 am

    There is not a single place from this post that I wouldn’t like to be right now. Lovely post, great post, a happy new follower :) Anna @ Around My Table
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