home and recovering

Got home late last night from our Christmas trip back east after many, many delays at both airports (Logan and JFK). I have never been so happy to get into our bed, which I now appreciate even more. Sleeping on our old mattress at my parents hurt our back every night, so we never slept all that well.

Even though the week was really busy, it was so great to see everyone (although it was too much time with my mom toward the end, she was getting to me almost immediately). Spent a lot of time with Mik and Bry, got to see Chris briefly, saw our friends Diane and Mike and Tim got to meet Princess Lily (their 1-year old). Got to see Kris and Jeff (family I always babysat for growing up, and they were definitely my second family. I love them.) and then had a great visit with Rosemary, my college roommate. It's so great to spend time with friends who know everything about you, know your history and sore spots and who you are just always comfortable with.

Today was recovery day, because by the end of the trip, I felt AWFUL. Bloaty, upset stomach, bad skin, splotchy face, severely chapped lips, tired, dehydrated, blah blah. Slept with Myra Wonderpup whenever I was tired, drank lots and lots of the amazing Portland water (I'm convinced that the hard water back east contributed to my skin problems, my stomach problems and my constant feeling of dehydration, no matter how much I would drink). I deliberately had only liquids today (water and protein shakes) to get my body back to normal.

And I know now that good quality skin products are worth EVERY penny. One day washing with Aveda and my skin is looking more normal, and Tim's skin is way less dry than it was in Mass.

As a result, I actually feel human again. Seeing our friends and family is a lot of fun, it just takes a lot out of me! And it's also really nice to be home, and back with the wonderpup. :)