Apr 20, 2011
Once Upon a Time…
Once upon a time, an overwhelmed, frazzled mother of four small children went to a magical land…
A magical land of
sun
sand
scenery
and…
sickness.
Wait…what?
Yes, yes that’s right. But that’s only a small part of the story. We’ll not discuss that now. Let’s imagine instead the magical sun.
And the sand.
And the breathtaking scenery.
The magical land had breezes that blew straight out of heaven–no edge, no chill. They were brisk, but somehow soft. The sun warm, but never too hot. The winds blew the cares of her other life away. And then sun shone through the frazzle, making it melt away.
The sickness part seemed a small price to pay to be able to take in such beauty. Not even tonsillitis could dull her enjoyment. There were these magical things there (perhaps you’ve heard of them here in your land?) called antibiotics and ibuprofen and they made even her sickness feel manageable.
The no-longer-frazzled mother drank in every drop of her time in the magical land.
But like all good things down here, it ended. She had to fly away from the magical land, her flower-laden neck the reminder of the magical land in the midst of metal tubes and uncomfortable seats.
When she came back to her land, where the winds blew cold and the snow fell and fell (even though it was springtime), she had only to close her eyes and imagine the place she visited, where all the cares and frazzle were no match for the ocean and Vitamin D.
The End.
Molly, you SO deserved this! sorry you were sick… thats no fun! We’re glad you had a good time though. I loved having the twins for a weekend… they are always a joy to have around!
Sounds like you need more Vitamin Z. (I couldn’t resist.)
glad you had a nice time! sorry you had to be welcomed back to minneapolis by this not-so-tropical weather :)
I am glad you were able to keep a positive attitude despite being sick on your well deserved vacation! I love reading your twin survival tips. Our little guys were born last month- we named our boys Abraham and Winston. Abraham was a name we had really liked and it reminded me about your blog because of your husband’s name. I have been reading it again for the last several months. Thanks for being an encouragement to moms (of multiples) seeking to live for Christ’s glory =-)
I recently got a quick getaway (just two days to San Diego) and it was blissful, awesome, restful, refreshing…..Such a gift of God’s goodness to me amidst the crazy of mothering little ones.
I, too, was sick, but persevered with the help of medicine too! :)
I’m glad you got a beautiful time away to rest and refresh!
(I’ve been reading for awhile, and appreciate your posts. Thanks Molly!)
What a good story!! ;)
So glad you had a lovely time, despite the sickness!
Thanks for the encouragement as I fly out for points south (Merlefest in NC) …. not fully recovered from a whirlwind trip to MI to care for my ailing father and dealing with a very sore throat of my own (made worse by the flights where they don’t even give you something to drink anymore …) Anyway, it’s good to know that sun and warmth and good friends can overcome a sore throat.
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!
So glad you got to go AND that the tonsillitis was manageable. (but still, boo on THAT!)
Sigh.
A fairy tale come true.
(Does this make you the princess of the land?)
Queen Molly. Yep, that works. Wonderful post! Humor is God’s gift :D Wonderful photos! Enjoy the memories. Last time I was there the “intoxication” lasted nearly a year!
Such beautiful pictures! I can almost feel the warmth.
Oooh, I could so relate to your story! My husband earned a trip to Kauai a few years ago with his job. We didn’t want to come home! I know just what you mean about the soft winds and gentle sun. Exactly my thoughts at the time! We had never had a desire to go to the Hawaiian Islands but did since the trip was all paid for. It was unbelievable. So glad you were able to go and enjoy yet another part of God’s creation.
Woah, being sick on vacay is no fun, but at least it was warm here and not like a skiing vacay! Get better sooN!
Sorry you were sick. Our family went to hawaii for spring break my senior year in high school. I think I was healthy for 2 days. I got sick from maybe the water? for several days and then we went snorkling and got extremely sick from the boat, which lasted a good 3 days… major bummer but it was still beautiful there.
plus it’s easier being sick when you don’t have to take care of the little ones huh?
So glad you enjoyed it even with the sickness. :)
Sometimes i think when we mommies finally get away and let down that’s when we get sick–guess all the frenetic energy of the other times is something of a safeguard? Anyways, glad you got to go and have a blessed Easter, Molly!
Thanks for sharing…Our heaven will be even more magical(-;
so happy for you dear :)
love,
bethany
Sorry you were sick. I guess you were in good hands with your doctor friend around!
Oh the pictures make me miss it so much! I’m glad you had a relaxing time and hopefully now you are reading to hit the ground running! May the Lord bless you!