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TAKE A VACATION!!!

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Education & Training with Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp Non-Licensed


Are you due?  I know I was!!  How can you tell if you are?  Just go on one and you'll know. 
You Are Due!!

I just spent the last 5 days with my Family at Disneyland (the happiest place on earth besides AR) We hadn't been there in almost 10 years.  WOW!  What a change!  The trip was unlike any other vacation we'd ever had before.
This one was "THE BEST EVER!" 

It went like this, if you're interested in knowing why our vacation, made us feel that life is definitely worth living.





We drove 1100 total miles, walked well over 20 them, and spent more than 16 hours on the road.  It did cost a small fortune, and was WORTH EVERY BIT OF IT!!  I NEEDED A VACATION.  Now, I need rest from my own vacation. (Big Sigh)  I took an extra day off work, just so I could get my walking legs back!  I am worn out and couldn't be happier about it!!

The time away from work, computers, cell phones, texters, email, voice-mail and even AR etc., was a very different experience.  (I highly recommend it!)   The family, the fun, food and laughter made this vacation one for the history and record books.  We discovered many new things about the world, our family, travelling and ourselves.  Once again, I always realize when it's all over....how much I LOVE VACATIONS!!   I'm not sure why, but I even get a little depressed when they come to an end.  Does that happen to you too?  I believe that's a sign that we don't take enough of them.




So, I leave you with these 5 tips:

  1. Take a Vacation, (You won't know you need one until you take one)
  2. Do Something Different , Go Somewhere New
  3. Squeeze Some Excitement Out of life
  4. Spend some money, you've worked hard for it!!
  5. Enjoy Lifes' Journey, it's short and it's yours

We ALL need something to look forward to.  Vacations are a major contributor to one's mental balance.
Do you have plans to travel?  If not, why not?  Don't think you can't afford it.  JUST DO IT!!  You Can!!

Here are some photos of the "Worlds Greatest Vacation" If there is any doubt in your mind, as to whether you should or not, my advice to you is... TAKE A VACATION!




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Jim Bishop
Morgan Stanley - Dublin, OH

Alright so I started searching hotel rates and found this http://pickthespot.com/

Other favorite sites?  I am ready for the west coast.

JB

 

May 01, 2007 01:34 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Debi - Thanks, it's great to be back...Crammed full is right, exhausted? You bet!  Worth it? Absolutely!
Next time I know what to do though...... TAKE 2 WEEKS INSTEAD OF ONE!!  LOL  :-)

Maggie - we did enjoy ourselves, at times, maybe even a little too much!!  (smile) oh, by the way, the West Coast Mouse says "Hi Everyone".

Jay - It never dawned on me that might be Nick...I didn't see a plastic bag in his hand with Flat Caleb in it, so I am assuming it's not him.  Any other guesses who it might be? Might have to search the members in Newport Beach to find out...hmmmm!!  :-)

Diane - It Was!

Steve - I agree 110%. In fact, I will build in 2 - 3 days to recover next time, and I will increase my vaca time by adding an additional week. Wait a minute....no blogging for 2 weeks?!?  No Way, that's suicide!!  LOL

May 01, 2007 05:01 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Hey Linda - Great to be home! Yes, those are very happy feet! Very tired with alot of miles and blisters (literally) but very happy feet! Came by your office today, sorry I missed you!  Be by later this week!! Thanks for catching my post and commenting!!  :-)

Can you guess who these people are? This really nice lady cuts these out of black paper with a simple pair scissors. We did it 10 years ago, and had to do it again this time.. what a blast!! 

Andersohn Family    

May 01, 2007 05:12 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Ana - your comment tells me you are in denial. (big smile) It is hard to do sometimes, yes, but sometimes you just have to take the bull by the horns and ride him to your vacation destination. See what a great attitude I have? It wasn't like this 2 weeks ago!  I would have shot the bull and made bologna sandwiches!!
Take a vacation Ana, I know you know what I'm saying, but will you do it? You know you want to..Promise? Ok!

May 01, 2007 05:18 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Ron - Ana posted a comment just before yours. She needed to see your comment! You were right on!! I hope she'll come back and catch that.  When it seems impossible to go, that's when you must!!   :-) 

Open Home Mortgage - Can I just call you "Open" or do you prefer Mr/Mrs. Mortgage? LOL - Once a year is not enough. Every 6 months for sure. Every 3 months if at all possible.  I am committed to taking more time on vacation now that I've had a taste of it. I've turned into a "Vacation Monster" oh no!!  OH YES!!  :-)

Peggy - Thanks, I have an awesome family and we did have the best time! So where are you going to go?
Yes, you are next...let us know ok?  Hey - you just made me realize another powerful ue of Active Rain.  A Travel Advisory Group. Great places to stay, eat, shop, golf, sleep, swim, relax, save money etc. I think I'll start a group!  Thanks Peggy, what a great idea to come from your comment. That would be very cool! I think I'll call it (T.A.G) you're it!

May 01, 2007 05:29 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Michael - Way To Go, have a great time.  If you need to network your travel, check out the "Travel Advisory Group" just started it today! Would love for you and others to join.  Could soon be a TOP group on the rain.

TLW - are there fish in that lake and oranges on those trees? Man! What a great life you have. A permanent vacation sounds like the way to go.  I think you have probably paid your dues and deserve every bit of what you have. Enjoy!!  My vacation, on the other hand, I was captured on film, shooting at Zorg and helping Buzz Lightyear find the Infinity and Beyond, and my oldest son helped. I think I like the private lake and orange grove better. (LOL) Thanks ROARER!!

 

May 01, 2007 07:31 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Teri - Thanks...Battery is recharged and back in fool gear! ...  I mean full gear!  (LOL)  :-)

Jay - that was a great comment!! I had to read it and think 3 times about it.  That's what a great vacation can do.  I am going to mess with the comment readers on this one, they'll have to go back up and read your comment and figure out the answer to your question on their own....this'll be fun!  Thanks Jay, great comment.   :-) By the way.... the answer is "Yes". 

Diane - You got the hard part over! You recognize it! Now Go, Go, Go...It'll all be here when you get back.
Trust me, pack and go now, you'll have no regrets!

 

May 01, 2007 07:39 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Abraham - I think he's going to love it there.  It is a great school and we love SLO. Just 10 minutes from some beautiful beaches...there I go again, already thinking of my next vacation!!  Thanks for the comment and the positive affirmation.    :-)

May 01, 2007 07:46 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Neal - Now your comments are getting too complicated for me. (LOL) Debacles? You better take that vacation my friend, you are due and deserving!!!!!!!   :-)

Midori- We did accomplish quite a bit in 5 days, and yes, I do need a vacation after this one...it's alot of work to go on vacation.  I think I'll start planning the next one now. In two weeks, we're going camping!! Now is that a vacation or considered work...hmmmm!! 

Scott - do you bring the acoustic guitar for the campfires? Or just the shot glass (Big Smile) :-)

Jennifer- All work and no play (money or not) is just senseless.  Vacations don't have to cost alot, the medical bills from not taking vacation can be way more expensive.  I hear the funny farms are pretty pricey!!

Scott G - Great choices of locations to play hard after working so hard. Thanks for commenting, now get on that plane and have the time of your life!!

May 01, 2007 08:05 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Craig - Welcome back and hope you enjoyed!!  The cobwebs are lifted, and you're ready to rock and roll, it's a great feeling huh? I like it!!  :-)

Ann - I hope you'll endulge in a trip for yourself.  Conferences and seminars don't really count.  You don't need a reminder, you need a little push!  Go Go Go and have fun fun fun!!!

Jim - you should check out the Medieval Times Dinner and show.  It was definately a "Knight To Remember" PickTheSpot.com has some cool stuff, you should join our "Travel Advisory Group" too for info on what to do and where. It's a brand new group that started based on this vacation post.

 

May 01, 2007 08:13 PM
Ray Saenz
Exit Realty Laredo - Laredo, TX
Homes for Sale in Laredo, TX - Texas, Realtor

Brad, Great pictures :)

it seems that you had fun and great days :) I am happy for that, we missed you

 

May 01, 2007 08:32 PM
Jim Bishop
Morgan Stanley - Dublin, OH

Anna,

I heard you wanted more information on the Nile.  Anyone else how needed a picture of DeNile, here it is.

All the Best JB

May 02, 2007 01:53 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

Ray - thanks, it's good to be back home! 

Nice Jim, I swam in Denile many times..   :-)  Great Shot!!  Was this from your vacation?  LOL

May 02, 2007 02:45 PM
Linda Sanderson
Coldwell Banker Solano Pacific - Benicia, CA
Hi Brad - Sorry I missed you when you came by.  I have to tell you your vacation photos are so fun.  The family cutout is pretty cool.  What a great silouette.  It makes me wonder how it compares to the one from 10 years ago??  Debbie looks so calm and happy.  I'm delighted for your entire family.  Keep up the good work dad, you're doing a great job!  See ya.....
May 03, 2007 07:02 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Thanks Linda, you are too kind!  I Sure appreciate you!!  :-)
May 03, 2007 08:46 AM
Julie Neerings~Lifting Hearts ♥ Building Dreams~
Agent Referral - Salt Lake City, UT
I love Disneyland.  We were supposed to be there in June, but being that it's my first year in real estate and 3 closings the same week we had planned to go, I had to barter with my family and change the plans.  Although we won't be going to Disneyland until May 2008 (I will be much more disciplined to not change plans with my family), we are on our way to West Yellowstone for 4 days, starting tomorrow.  Woo Hoo!  Your post is inspiring and I look forward to my family time. Thanks for sharing yours. 
Aug 30, 2007 06:47 PM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Julie - it's nice to see you have your priorities with family, work and travel in order. Sometimes we have to compromise and make sacrifices in all segments of our lives.  Don't worry, Disneyland will be waiting for you when you're ready to go.  Have a great time at Yellowstone, and don't forget to do a post about it when you return.  Take lot's of photo's for the rest of us to enjoy too! Be safe and have fun!  B-)
Sep 01, 2007 04:57 AM
Barbara-Jo Roberts Berberi, MA, PSA, TRC - Greater Clearwater Florida Residential Real Estate Professional
Charles Rutenberg Realty - Clearwater, FL
Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Clearwater, Safety Harbor
we all need a vacation from time to time - it keeps our battery charged!!!
Sep 14, 2007 06:53 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876
Barbara-Jo and Bill - just make sure you recharge those batteries before they are completely drained, that's the secret and key to a successful and memorable vacation!  Make sure you let us know what you do and where you go on your next "Battery Charged" vacation!!  :-)
Sep 15, 2007 03:43 AM
Brad Andersohn
Retired Executive Director of Education at eXp - Boulder Creek, CA
ActiveBrad - 707.646.1876

I'm taking one of these right now, headed camping today! WooHoo, love the outdoors!  :-)

Jun 20, 2008 06:07 AM