Friday, April 25, 2014

Unwinding



This time last week, we had just returned home from a getaway to our beloved Denmark... a place we escape to for fresh country air, peacefulness and slow living, a town I am always sad to farewell when the time comes to return to the city.  It is a break that always leaves us feeling fresh and rejuvenated, a place where we can all truly unwind...

On this holiday, different cafes were tried and old favourites re-visited.  Trinkets (both pre-loved and new) were purchased in town. Drives through towering karri trees along winding highways fed my soul. Rolling surf crashing onto pristine beaches was admired.  Our ninth wedding anniversary was celebrated.  Two little girls sharing a bedroom giggled well past their bedtime each night. Adventures through gardens sprinkled with hidden treasures were enjoyed. I was grateful for every minute of every day we spent away.



I did my best to soak in small details and to take in the beauty of my surroundings, to be inspired by the homes and lifestyle of the townspeople and to think of ways to incorporate 'a little bit of Denmark' into our suburban home.

Time to think and plan and dream, to enjoy one another's company and to simply be, just as I do when we are away on holidays, is something I am going to strive to make time for more often back here at home...




9 comments:

  1. Our family has enjoyed many relaxed and enjoyable holidays in Denmark. The air is crisper, the light is a little less dazzling, the beaches are beautiful, and the tree-lined roads are delightful. It's a while since I have been back, so I enjoyed sharing your memories!

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  2. Do you have a house there Amanda? I think I've said before how much we loved our visit there - your photos bring back lovely memories.

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  3. I visited Denmark once, many years ago. It was lovely then too. It sounds like you had such a relaxing trip.

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  4. It sounds like the perfect break for the family. Happy anniversary as well!!

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  5. Just beautiful Amanda. I instantly felt calm and relaxed reading this post and seeing these pics! What a perfect holiday with your gorgeous fam.
    Congrats on your 9th wedding anniversary - what an awesome milestone! Our 9th is also this year in Sept - gees where has the past decade gone??? So fast!
    xx

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  6. How lovely! It's so important to spend some quite time just as a family unit. one your own, just being x

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  7. One of these days I am going to see you and your family strolling down the street while you are here and say hello! Glad you had a relaxing visit. x

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  8. It is a pretty special place! I think I was hiding out at home over Easter because town was so busy!

    rachel xo

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  9. Ohhh that looks beautiful Amanda. Denmark is like a dream place. Congratulations on the 9th wedding anniversary! Love the family photo xx

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