We discovered the essential prerequisites for a period of much needed rest and relaxation this week: sand, sea air and dodgy Internet access.
Having spent a week just outside the New Forest, we’re both relaxed, rejuvenated and feeling much better for the time spent outdoors and offline with close family.
Possibly for the first time ever, the fact that the holiday park’s high speed Internet access was anything but turned out to be a blessing in disguise as it meant logging off, switching off and forgetting it all.
We’ve swam, read, collected shells, built sandcastles and explored the local area, including the aquarium in Bournemouth with its sharks and giant turtles, and the stunning quay and beach in Mudeford.
And with a view as relaxing as this, it’s impossible not to unwind.
We’ve bathed in the sunshine and run through the rain. And the end result is that all is well.
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Glad you had a much needed rest and feeling better x Looks like you had a lovely time, love the New Forest haven’t been there for years must go….
Take care x
Thanks Ali. Yes, it was great. It’s been quite a few years since we visited the New Forest. I’d forgotten how beautiful it is. x
I was wondering why it had been so quiet on Twitter. And I thought that you’d seen the turtle in the sea for a minute! Glad to hear you’be having a fab time x
Ha! It does look a turtle in the sea doesn’t it! I’ve missed you all on Twitter. I’ll be back
It looks idyllic. I’m glad you had a good rest and a great holiday xxx.
The perfect setting for a relaxing break, without doubt. x
Looks lovely – I’m glad you’ve had a good break x
Thanks NotSupermum. Your beach holiday photos look great too! x
Looks amazing and incredibly relaxing. Isn’t it nice when we’re forced to go cold turkey on social media/internet access?!
There are so many benefits to being forced to go cold turkey on social media and internet access. I’m going to log off more often!
Looks gorgeous. However with Ruby entering the terrible twos, I would add ‘childcare’ to that list! Glad you’re having fun… sorry not to have been in touch for so long. Self imposed internet ban to enjoy summer with girls.
Ah. The terrible twos. She’s got there quickly. I remember when Ruby was born! A self-imposed internet ban sounds good to me. I’m spending a lot less time online this summer. Much better to enjoy it offline and outdoors, especially while the weather is good.
Looks absolutely lovely! We just had a fabulous week in Salisbury and did several trips into the New Forest. Beautiful part of the country
Stunning isn’t it. Sounds like you weren’t too far from us. Excellent choice of holiday spot!
So pleased to hear you got your much needed break. Switching off from time to time is definitely the key to recharging your batteries.
Thanks Kate. I’m planning to switch off far more often from now on!
FABULOUS photos and so pleased to see you on the mend xxx
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