We survived the blizzard! In fact, it was a pretty great weekend — we didn’t have to leave the house so we got plenty of work done, drank lots of hot chocolate, and ate our way through the contents of the fridge. Which was perfect, actually, because we’re headed to Puerto Rico this afternoon.
By February, we both get to this level of stir crazy that borders on lunacy and we just need to get ourselves the heck outta Dodge. This year, in particular, I slipped into a mild seasonal depression around Christmastime. James quickly ordered one of those little blue lights, which I used while downing great amounts of St. John’s Wort. Once the sun began sticking around until 4:45 and now 5pm, everything got better. But for the past few weeks we’ve been banging our heads going, “WHERE IS IT? WHERE IS SPRING?”
Friends keep asking what we’ll be doing once we land. Scuba diving? Sightseeing? The truth is that we have absolutely no plans aside from sun bathing, spending time together, and trying a few restaurants we’ve read about. Since we’re pretty much constantly working here at home, what sounds boring to some people sounds wholly blissful to us. To be honest, we just want to be warm. Like, outside.
What’s making its way into my luggage? Not much. Here are my essentials:
dress / b.b. cream / swimsuit / sunglasses / iPad case / lip balm
(I’m not going to say much about these except that I adore them all. I’ve had the J.Crew swimsuit for years and don’t see the need to get another one. Also, even though the Baby Lips packaging (and name) makes me cringe, that stuff is the shizz if you have problem lips, like I do.)
While I’m gone, Frock Files will still be up and running! It’s Valentine’s week after all. So I hope you’ll stop by for my manly dessert (you’ll probably find it craveable too) and some ideas on planning your own budget friendly getaway. And if you’re in need of some sunshine, I promise to post plenty of it on my Instagram feed.
What are your plans for this lovely week? Whatever they are, I hope they’re full of love. xoxo
Have a wonderful trip, Joy! I’m a J.Crew one piece wearer, too. Got mine two years ago and it’s held its shape + color beautifully!
Thanks, Lauren! And I’m glad to know I’m not the only one still wearing a one piece.
How fun! Have a wonderful time and soak up the sun!
Gracias, Mere! I will. Hope you had a great weekend reunion with your hubs. xo
That bathing suit is GORGEOUS!
Have an incredible sunshine filled trip! xo
Thanks, Tan! I’m glad you approve of the suit, you tasteful lady, you.
Have fun!! Enjoy your trip!! =)
A million thanks, Chloe
aww have fun! what good timing for a vacay to some warm and tropical weather! enjoy
Seriously, it was amazing timing! So grateful we weren’t scheduled to leave last week. Thanks for the good wishes, Whit. xo
Enjoy Puerto Rico! I’love that you aren’t afraid to vacation and take time off work
Vacations with no plans are always the best, in my opinion!
Amen! I worked like crazy to make room for a work-free week, and I know I’ll have to play catch up when I return, but it’s totally worth it.
Enjoy your trip! I’m already envious of the delicious food you’ll probably be eating! Can’t wait to see pictures on Instagram.
I’ll add my voice to the chorus of those loving that swimsuit!
We ate something called “mofongo” tonight, and oh my god, it was amazing. Have you heard of it? I need to learn how to make it.
Have a great trip!! I went to PR for a week several years ago and had an awesome time!
Thank you, Callie! We only had an hour or so of daylight, but it already looks amazing!
Love reading your blog, Joy. Have fun and stay warm. Glad you made it through the storm! Come here to CA where it’s sunny.
Thanks so much, Linda! I’ve been thinking of sunny California a lot lately. I bet it’s heaven there right now!
Enjoy your vacay, Joy! Can’t wait to see some photos from your trip. I bet there’s going to be so much amazing local food to try! I LOVE vacations where days are relaxed and free. I actually just booked a condo for our annual family trip to the Oregon Coast this summer… can’t wait!
So glad you survived that nasty blizzard and are now enjoying some sun! Have the most wonderful time, Joy. Hey, what sounds blissful to you sounds absolutely blissful to me, too. xo
We are two peas in a pod! xo
ooh ooh ooh i saw that lip balm at Longs and am always looking for more good stuff. I don’t know why softlips is so hard to find! so, does this stuff taste/smell good? and do you use the clear or the color?
It smells/tastes a little sweet and fruity! The colors are a bit bright on me, so I use the clear ones (I have both blue and green, but I like the blue tube better. I think it’s the original.) Let me know what you think!