Underestimating the need for a change of scenery, had me dig my heels on traveling for a very long time. Daily life and obligations can have one spinning in familiar routine over and over again, with human blinders on. Do this. Finish this. Accomplish this. Multiple tasks never end. This time, I literally, had to yank myself out of daily grind to experience stillness.
However, going to this particular weekend family getaway refreshed my mind, body, and spirit. Diversion from the ordinary literally made me do nothing. Not even site seeing. Stayed in the hotel and had a historic moment of taking on dreadful exercise again (because there was nothing pressing to complete). It has been tough to swallow a long decade of severe muscle stiffness (compliments of a rigorous childhood of Soviet daily gymnastics). Physical absurdity led to the point of rehearsed laughter when chiropractors or physical therapists gasp in disbelieve, every single time during their usual paid adjustments. I say it is quite uninventive on their part to be stunned every single time by the rigid and tight condition of my back. Although, most recent and an embarrassing personal event made me really unhappy: instantly pulled back muscles from just getting out of bed in the morning to wash. Ugh. Never imagined that happening to me, but it did. Thus. I figured something needs to be done, even if I despise it. Now I am back again in the gym saddle. Guess what, guys, it’s not as bad, as I perceived it. I literally felt nimble and even more alive than before, right after finishing a simple workout. Moreover, my kids decided to exercise too, which is a miracle all on its own. So we all went to the gym and started on our new daily movement routine. Crossing my fingers this new body shift notion will keep up.
Nevertheless, I am grateful for Naples for installing this sweaty shift into my family’s routine for better physical health and at the same time for clearing my own mind.
It seems that solutions to problems come from within. They arise within your own mind and heart. No matter who is recommending you to follow a certain advice, if it doesn’t resonate from the inner core, there is no use following it.
The Sunsets in Napes are beautiful and majestic. Decided to bathe in Nature’s splendor right from my balcony. Eyes and soul enjoyed the feast of Nature’s art show. It goes by quick and I almost felt the earth move during this spectacular display of colors.
Here is a little live view of the art display.
Wishing you a relaxed and fulfilling weekend, my dear friends💫
Luda@PlantsandBeyond.com🌿
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That’s such a mesmerising view and place
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Thank you so much!
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A lovely post. I never knew you were a gymnast!! Wow!!😀
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Aw, thank you for reading, dear Garfield. Yeah…. 7 years of olympic reserve…. such training doesn’t go unponished…
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Olympic!!! Even bigger WOW! I agree training for Olympics is gruelling and hard work. It requires a disciplined regime and sacrifices of normal life. Punishing on body indeed as gymnastics is really tough. You take care and hopefully with right physio and exercises you will not feel the repercussions of the past activities.
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Yes, you absolutely aware of all sacrifies. Thank you GH for your support….
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Have a good weekend my Russian friend!
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LOL. You too!
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I am with you, Luda, in your thoughts about the need to break free every once in a while from the tedious daily routines. Listening to your inner voice is important. I am so glad to read that you found the time to enjoy those marvellous sunsets from the balcony in Naples. Have a great weekend.
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Hope your weekend was memorable and nice as well, dear Peter. Always appreciate your visits.
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Beautiful and serene.
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🌷🙏🏼☀️🙏🏼🌷
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Beautiful pictures!
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Thank you, Valerie, very much
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We all need to get away every once in a while. I’m glad you did get to enjoy some time away from the daily grind and God’s grandeur on display is absolutely MAGNIFIQUE!! Have a great weekend, my friend. 💙
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Thank you dear Diana. You too my lovely friend ☀️🌷😘🌷☀️
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You’re welcome and thank you! 💙🦋
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It looks so peaceful, Luda! So glad you got to escape your routine and had a nice time away! 🙂 ❤
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Hi Anita, So nice to hear from you. Thank you so much
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Gorgeous photos!
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Thank you!
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Beautiful images Luda.
Have you every mentioned about being a gymnast? I might have missed your post.
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Not in my writing, but in my “about” description. Its just too much to cover here… Thank you for reading, dear Rupali
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Wow, you are a multi talented person.
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Too kind, Rupali. That was a long time ago, lol
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What a wonderful getaway. Our mind and bodies definitely need a shift from the norm. I love learning new things, a gymnast wow! That is incredible! I can only imagine how taxing that was on your body. Hugs my friend!
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LOL, well, when I was a child/teen. It was for sure, never recommend that to anyone’s children…Thank you Lisa, for reading and commenting. Very nice to have you visit. Huuuuuggggssss
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What an amazing sky – seems like a lovely place to “reset” 🙂
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I have been to Naples many times, always beautiful, the jewel in Florida’s crown, I also adore Sanibel, thank you for the lovely pictures!
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Wow, that is great. I am yet to see Sanibel. Thank you for your comment, Lilly. Need recommendatiosn around that area, if you don’t mind 🙂
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we stayed at Tortuga Bay, but the small B&Bs look great, check on Tripadvisor
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Wow, haven’t heard about that bay, but will check out for sure now. thank you for the suggestion
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Tortuga bay is the resort. we also visited the Casa Ybel resort , it is very luxurious, totally beautiful x
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Oh wow, So grateful. Just checked it out. Looks like a wonderful place to visit. Really appreciate your recommendation, Lilly
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keep up the awesomeness!
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🤗☀️🤗
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