Vacation Rewind... Palm Beach 2013

During this time,
we have paused to...

reflect
remember
relive

some of the adventures we have
been so graciously BLESSED to enjoy

and although

(when you live on the West Coast)

you are no stranger
to the beach

you are grateful

for the times/opportunities you and your
"small crew" have had to hop on an airplane

to explore

the ocean on the
other side of the country

It's a Vacation Rewind!!

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The Beard Family

"The Family with Young Children"

(before there were "three")

Los Angeles to Palm Beach, FL
(approx. 2,343 miles)

Meet up with more relatives at the airport...
it's a FAMILY vacation! 

Travel Tip:

Plan for young children to bring a
"comfort item" along when traveling

as...

getting on an aircraft
ascending and descending
sleeping in a hotel bed

can all be intimidating first time
experiences for a little one,

but something...

fun
personal
familiar

(from home)

can work wonders in
easing these transitions

And after a successful flight

everyone is sure to be hungry

so...

check in

to your hotel,

then...

check out

the neighborhood

to find and support a local restaurant

serving up some delicious "comfort food"

and after both...

a good night's rest
a good breakfast

you'll all be ready to hit the town

Travel Tip:

Take advantage during travel with extended
family to steal a moment alone together

AND...

cherish the opportunities to spend time
"all together" doing something

fun
memorable
engaging

Quality time creates the foundation

for an unbreakable familial bond

and every family
is grateful to provide

their children
their offspring
the next generation

an opportunity to see the
world from a new perspective!

(find more Family Adventure here)

Masks and Filters... a New Perspective

We cover

we filter

we mask

all in an attempt

to protect the outer man

We uncover

unpeel

and remove

years worth of layers

in a greater attempt

to reveal the inner

(sharing this today)

Thrill or Chill... w/ a "Girl's Night Out"

(Ok, so nobody's going out right now) 

but WHEN she does

watch her

step into the place

w/ style and grace

and don't fail to notice...

she's with her girls!

#houndstooth
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Pamela, Lisa, Ursula, Sheronda
"Girl's Night Out (PLUS)"

Delilah
West Hollywood

visit the website

(before the shutdown)

These ladies made a commitment
to get together once a month

to

catch up
dine
enjoy an activity

while sometimes

(also celebrating a birthday)

w/ food, fun, fellowship
and lots of laughter

When was the last time you
had a "Girl's Night Out"?

(find more Family Adventures here)

Introducing... "Girl's Night Out (PLUS)"

We've all been...

social distancing
self-isolating
safer at home

but when it's time again

to step out with your girls,

(these longtime friends)

Pamela

Lisa

Ursula

Sheronda

will show you 

how...

where...

why...

"Girl's Night Out"

is

absolutely

essential

to incorporate into your life!

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Introducing...

Pamela, Lisa, Ursula, Sheronda

"Girls Night Out (PLUS)"

Ursula, Sheronda, Lisa, Pamela

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Here's how...

"Pretty in Polka dots" - Shaquille's

"Mamas in Merlot"- Fig and Olive

Here's where...

"Comedy and Camou" - Beola's

Here's why...

"Mamas in Mustard" - Tao

"Honey, Spicy, French, Dijon"

getting together provides the perfect opportunity to

represent
respect
appreciate

the beautiful individuality
(and solidarity)

you each bring

So grab your girls

and...

reclaim sisterhood

one

"girl's night out"
at a time

(click a link below)

Dinner at Delilah's
Neon Nights
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follow them

@gnoplus1

(find more Family Adventures here)

Vacation Rewind... The Grand Canyon 2012

These days we are all
facing uncertainty

(and it is in these moments)

we hold to...

what we have
what we know
what is real

our families
our times together
our life lessons

(and the many)

breathtakingly beautiful, majestic, and empowering
adventures that have shaped our outlook on life

Today's vacation rewind?

Three Words...

The Grand Canyon!

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The Gardner Family

"The Family w/ Teens"

(before they were teens)

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Three generations of our family

were blessed with the opportunity
to travel in celebration of our

church's 30th Anniversary

with a...

"Great American Family Road Trip"

Los Angeles to Marana, AZ

(approx. 465 miles)

Travel Tip:

When planning a road trip,

comfort is key

You'll want to ensure you have enough

space

snacks

(sanity)

to make this both memorable

and enjoyable for your entire family

then...

sit back

relax

enjoy the view

Travel Tip:

Do NOT attempt to

experience it all in one day!

"Travel day" and "Excursion day"

are two separate days

so prepare to...

check into a hotel

order room service

and rest 

The Ritz Carlton 

Dove Mountain

Photo Cred: Ritz Carlton

our trip coordinator scheduled "a free day"

to ensure we had time to hit the pool

Crave thrill?

This 235 foot waterslide ought to do it!

Day Trip to the Grand Canyon

Grab

"Breakfast to go"

and...

GET ON THE BUS! 

Travel Tip:

Think safety
Think smartly

(Read the rules... and follow them)

because...

in the moment your entire family is standing at the rim
you may feel both invisible and invincible simultaneously

as you consider...

"What is a man that thou

art mindful of him"

(take a virtual tour)

and

another sunset...
another sunrise...

may provide an opportunity
for more adventure

because whether
you crave thrill...

Tubing the Salt River

(like my hubby and son)

Photo Cred: Tucson Guide

or chill...


lunch
shopping
art galleries

(while exploring Old Tucson
like my daughter and I)

you're sure to find your thing, as you...

Spend time with the ones you love!

Life is filled with many lessons...

What have you learned along the way?

(find more Family Adventures here)