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It's time to move on and move forward.
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I'm glad I'm not the only one goes crazy trying to get things done before a vacation!! Sounds like you are about ready to go. I saw the pictures of Maggie on FB yesterday and she is soooo cute!!
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You've got it all together Lisa! The calm after the storm is coming soon
Thanks....I'm trying!
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You sound just like me prior to vacation. I always wonder why I think everything must be done before we leave. finishing up!
Isn't it crazy! almost there!
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Originally Posted by xwewhisper
Home stretch now! Just take a deep breath and think "Disney!"
So close.....
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I'm glad I'm not the only one goes crazy trying to get things done before a vacation!! Sounds like you are about ready to go. I saw the pictures of Maggie on FB yesterday and she is soooo cute!!
Thanks! Can't wait to snuggle both pups, but then that means vacation is over
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You're really almost there! I've been using Peapod also while I've been sick. Expensive, but a lifesaver for these situations.
We will see how well it works for me! I figure it's got to be easier! My two biggest peeves.....laundry and grocery shopping!
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I am so with you at the moment, given we've got less than a week now before we fly out to Venice...
I realized that you are getting ready too! Can't wait to hear about your trip!
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I just tuned in and have just finished reading all 16 pages worth of your TR. I really enjoyed reading it. I loved reading all of your plans. Plus not one but two puppies? They are so adorable. Like my mother always says "if you have one, what's two?" Of course that's how we ended up with 3 (we have two, what's one more? ) Then the photos of your daughter? She's a beautiful girl. And those dance poses? They hurt me just looking at them but she makes them look effortless. I give dancers a lot of credit for what they can do. And now to your countdown. I wish mine were only 3 days away - lucky you that yours is. Add about 40 and that's how long I have to wait but I know it'll be here soon.
I just tuned in and have just finished reading all 16 pages worth of your TR. I really enjoyed reading it. I loved reading all of your plans. Plus not one but two puppies? They are so adorable. Like my mother always says "if you have one, what's two?" Of course that's how we ended up with 3 (we have two, what's one more? ) Then the photos of your daughter? She's a beautiful girl. And those dance poses? They hurt me just looking at them but she makes them look effortless. I give dancers a lot of credit for what they can do. And now to your countdown. I wish mine were only 3 days away - lucky you that yours is. Add about 40 and that's how long I have to wait but I know it'll be here soon.
I can't wait to read your TR once you get home.
Thanks for joining in!!! And Thank you for all the compliments! And yes - we are pretty excited about those pups!!!
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Congrats on Lily ! She is adorable. It will be nice for Maggie to have a friend, especially when your visiting the world after this trip. The pictures of Emily are beautiful. What an amazing location to have the photo shoot at.
Your almost there. I know the last few days before you leave can be very hectic to say the least. I hope they go by quickly. I probably won't be back online before you leave. Have a safe and magical trip.
Congrats on Lily ! She is adorable. It will be nice for Maggie to have a friend, especially when your visiting the world after this trip. The pictures of Emily are beautiful. What an amazing location to have the photo shoot at.
Your almost there. I know the last few days before you leave can be very hectic to say the least. I hope they go by quickly. I probably won't be back online before you leave. Have a safe and magical trip.
Thanks!!
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Uh hmmm.......guess who is still not packed , guess who still keeps adding things on that "to-do" list??? Yep - that's me!!!! I feel like it will be a miracle if I get packed in time! I am so incredibly grateful that I have the weekend off before leaving BUT I think my brain is telling me.....oh you have plenty of time, do this instead....and do that instead! Oy vie! Oh well, I got my 4 mile walk in this am, all my laundry will be completed, and we will celebrate my nieces graduation with family tonight, and I will enjoy a nice glass of wine!
Come hell or high water, I will be out of here by 3pm tomorrow!!! Wish me luck!
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I completely understand where you're coming from. I do the same thing myself. I start to pack, then I think of something else I need to do, then when I go back to pack, I think of another thing and before I know it, I've done six other things and then remember I still have to pack. If I can get it done in time, you will too.
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The calm after the storm is coming soon 
finishing up!
) Then the photos of your daughter? She's a beautiful girl. And those dance poses? They hurt me just looking at them but she makes them look effortless. I give dancers a lot of credit for what they can do. And now to your countdown. I wish mine were only 3 days away - lucky you that yours is. Add about 40 and that's how long I have to wait but I know it'll be here soon.
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I feel like it will be a miracle if I get packed in time! I am so incredibly grateful that I have the weekend off before leaving BUT I think my brain is telling me.....oh you have plenty of time, do this instead....and do that instead! Oy vie! Oh well, I got my 4 mile walk in this am, all my laundry will be completed, and we will celebrate my nieces graduation with family tonight, and I will enjoy a nice glass of wine! 
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