As of last night, we are hotel dwellers. I felt like we were Ma and Pa Kettle with all of our bags, hanging clothes, stuff, one high-strung Golden Retriever and two skittish kitties. I'm glad it was already dark. Sadie (our dog) is pacing a track in the carpet already, let's just say she is slow to adjust to new things. I've hardly seen the cats, they've made a home for themselves under our bed.
As we were packing I realized a few things:
- I over pack way too much--but I can't stop myself. I might need it.
- We don't have adequate luggage. We were able pack our clothes fine, but it's all the other "stuff" like toiletries, make-up, books, pool stuff, animal stuff...you get my drift...we had all these miscellaneous bags that just seemed silly. But I might need it.
- I will adjust to hotel life, but I really miss my home and my stuff.
- When my home is in disarray, I am cranky and not myself. When my home is emptied out and packed away I am cranky and not myself. This could be a long 2 weeks.
The hotel has some perks:
- housekeeping
- fresh towels everyday
- hot breakfast buffet every morning
- pool
- they allow our crazy pets
- snacks in the evening
- a kitchenette in our room, but as long as there's a coffee pot and a fridge for my creamer, I'm a happy camper
- A. has her own room, bathroom and queen bed (how will she ever go back to her "daybed"--actually converted crib?)
- a Starbucks within walking distance
- Internet--pretty much a deal breaker!
So, um...yeah...maybe hotel life is pretty good after all. We're off to the pool...
Hey,sounds pretty good to me! Can I come stay with you! Really, Clean Towels!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWell, I'm not in a hotel...with a child, but I do live in a 400 sq. ft. studio over a garage, with no made service or hot breakfast (unless I make it), so I think I can feel your pain. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteWe'll have to have you guys over some so you can stretch out a bit without a zillion people around. Hotel rooms are nice..but a bit stuffy sometimes! You'll do great and time will fly! I'm sure A will be having a blast!
ReplyDeleteLiving in a hotel can be fun, but it can be a bit tiresome after awhile. Our record is 30 days in one. I was glad when our stuff finally arrived :-) At least they have internet!!!
ReplyDeleteWon't it be so fun to get back home! All of your stuff will look even better than it already does. I feel that way after even a weekend away. :) It sounds pretty good so far...thanks for the updates!
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