You're Going On A Trip!

My husband had been prepping me for a "surprise" that was going to happen last weekend. He mentioned that I should make sure I have everything done because I wouldn't have time to take care of anything on the weekend. Hmm......my mind started thinking. What is this "surprise" he has planned for me?

Friday approached, and he told me something that I never would have guessed: "Pack your bags! You're going to Minnesota with 2 great friends for a fun girls weekend and shopping trip!" I couldn't believe it! I've never been sent on a surprise trip, and I can honestly say I really did not have much of an idea of what this surprise would be.

The 3 husbands treated us all to a homemade breakfast on Saturday morning before we headed in the car to Minnesota. The guys cooked and cleaned up, and then, cared for the kids all weekend long. Each of us has a toddler, so it was really incredible to get away for a weekend - just girls, just friends.

While the trip was filled with some great memories and funny stories, I most enjoyed our conversations. Do you ever feel like your conversations as a Mom are pretty much dominated by and centered around your kids? I love my daughter to pieces and could talk forever about her and all that she is doing and all the joy she brings me. But at the same time, it was encouraging to see that conversation did not center on the kids; that our friendships were still just as strong even if we didn't talk about teething or picky eating.

For just a weekend, it felt like the 3 of us were back in college, talking about our interests, our passions, our areas that we need to grow in, ways that the Lord is challenging us, and much more. We didn't have sippy cups, snack cups, and diapers in our purses, and we weren't watching the clock to get back in time for naps. It was just us girls, and it was a time of refreshing and investing in our friendship.

If you can get away, even for just a weekend, I would highly recommend it. Whether it's for a girls weekend or a romantic night away with your spouse, the time away is worth it. Marriages and friendships need time invested in them, so make sure to take time for these relationship that matter.