Mommies Need Playdates Too

This time, two weeks ago, I was in Mexico. . .

Hotel Entry

Every year, I get together with two of my best friends, from high school.  Normally, they fly to NC and we hang out for a mellow weekend.  This year, however, we are all turning the big 4-0, and we decided that milestone warranted a big trip.

After much discussion and research, we decided on Mexico.  6 days, 5 nights.  All-inclusive. Sunshine.  Ocean.

Coordinating and planning was relatively easy (thanks AAA).  Having this trip to look forward to during the long winter months was wonderful. . .especially for my New England residing girlfriends. I think they were more than ready for sunshine, sand, and no snow.

We met up in Charlotte on a Tuesday in mid-March.  Being the spatially challenged person that I am - I only got lost twice trying to find airport parking (thanks CLT construction).  Whew!  We were together at last. . .
One of my girlfriends informed me, that before leaving for this trip, she was snuggling with her daughter, and her daughter said that while she'd miss her, that she understood that "Mommies need play dates too."

When we got to Riviera Maya, Mexico - it was everything the brochure promised.
Our room was perfect (with a hammock on the balcony).
The resort was spotless and efficient (a massive amount of staff on site).
Unlimited adult beverages (helllllllo pina colada. . .and mojito. . .and margarita. . .you get the idea).
And, hammocks everywhere - by the pool, on the beach - I really think this was heaven.

Pool Area

As always, my friends and I picked right up, as if we hadn't been apart for hundreds of miles, several months, and numerous big and little life events. . .we are comfortable chatting up a storm, or sitting quietly for hours, reading, and not talking.  We did both.

Beach Area

This trip was fabulous.  I loved hanging with my friends.
We went to Tulum - and had a fabulous tour guide.

We went snorkeling and saw stingrays, beautiful fish, and amazing caves.

We sat by the ocean for hours, just reading.

I went for runs along the beach, and saw the sun rise. . .

I honestly felt more relaxed than I had in a long, long time.
I came home renewed.

Mommies need play dates too.  It's true.

Relaxed Momma in a hammock