Today kicked off the wedding weekend of a very dear friend of mine. I have been helping her plan her wedding long distance, she is getting married here in Taos, but has been living in Chicago. We have been working hard, and were ready for some rest and relaxation today, as we headed off with the rest of the bridesmaids to have an overnight stay at a nearby hot springs resort. From the moment I got in the car, I started to relax. It didn't take long to realize that this was more than a wedding weekend retreat for me, it was an opportunity to be just Chrissy, the woman, friend, and Matron of Honor, not Mommy. I embraced the opportunity.
We arrived at the hotel, checked in, changed, and headed to the hot springs. We started with a long leisurely lunch, then headed for the mud pit. As we lay in the sun, letting the mud dry on our bodies and leech out our toxins and stress, I began to feel more like myself. By the time we were soaking in the springs, I was completely relaxed, and utterly happy. It turns out I have more to thank my girlfriend for than making me a part of her special day. She gave me a gift every mother treasures, beautiful relaxation.
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