I look forward to the holiday season every single year because it forces me to slow down (after the stress of decorating, baking, shopping and wrapping is done of course). But once Christmas is actually here, it’s a wonderful time to spend with the family and just ENJOY life. Christmas week is a vacation of sorts for my family even if we don’t leave the house because we are taking some well deserved time together.
Basically, this means I am taking the rest of this week off from the blog (and part of next week) to do just that – spend some quality time with my family. I call it my blogcation and will return later next week excited to share some reflections of 2011, ringing in the New Year with you!
Until then, you know I’m never far – just an email or tweet away. And if you’re a blogger, I highly encourage you to take a blogcation or a mini-blogcation for yourself…Trust me, some time away will curb blog burnout and may even inspire you to return to your blog with tons of new ideas as well as some brand new energy. As a blogger with some experience, a little blogcation is good for the soul!
So from my home to yours…
Wishing you a safe and wonderful holiday!!!
xoxoxo
Alison@Mama Wants This says
Have a wonderful blogcation!! I’m definitely taking a leaf from your book, and taking a well deserved break too.
Happy Holidays to you and your family.
Theta Mom says
You deserve it Alison! You are one of those bloggers I was so happy to have found and “met” online this year – keep up the AMAZING work…I look forward to a fabulous 2012 with you girl!
Happy Holidays!!
xoxo
Galit Breen says
Happy holidays and seriously happy blogcation! {Love that phrase!}
xo
Theta Mom says
Happy holidays mama!! So glad I got to know you better this year!
xo
Elizabeth Flora Ross says
We all need a break, and this time of year is all about family. Enjoy!
Theta Mom says
Exactly. ALL about family – enjoy mama!
Martine says
A break sounds good. I’m going to be taking one myself, actually! Have a good blogcation, Heather. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
Theta Mom says
Happy Blogcation Martine! Happy holidays!!
angela says
Happy Holidays Heather! Enjoy your time away, and I’ll “see” you soon!
Theta Mom says
Without a doubt Angela! Looking forward to an amazing 2012! 😉
Stephanie says
Have a fabulous blogcation And a wonderful Christmas!
Theta Mom says
Thanks Stephanie, have a wonderful holiday!!
Kelli says
Merry Christmas, Heather!
I look forward to all the great things that you and Theta Mom will continue to offer the mom blog community in 2012.
Theta Mom says
That means so much Kelli, thank YOU for being such a big part of TMC. Lots of fun new ideas and surprises in store for 2012!
Have a wonderful holiday!
xo
The Mommyologist says
Oh man…do I ever need a blogcation! Being at Disney last week threw me…and the power outages before that…I swear I just haven’t quite recovered from the time I’ve lost. I plan on taking a break until the holidays are over…will probably get one more post up this week and then just chill out with the fam for a bit!
Have a very Merry Christmas, Heather!
Theta Mom says
You SO need a blogcation Mary!! Like you, this is my third Christmas as a blogger and I’ve never taken this much time “off” before – it’s about time we took a break mama! 😉
Have a wonderful holiday – looking forward to a fab 2012 with you!
Jackie says
And it is a well deserved Blogcation! Enjoy the time with your family.
Theta Mom says
Thanks Jackie, you too mama!!
Katherine says
The holidays and the few days I get away from work is actually my only time to blog. I’m actually looking forward to having some time to write, just as other people are taking breaks away from writing.
This Good Life says
A blogcation sounds like a great idea. It’s all about balance, after all!
Enjoy the holiday season with your near and dear ones!
Blessings,
This Good Life
molly says
Enjoy your blogcation! I am taking one too starting Friday! Happy holiday to youuuuu!
Maija @ Maija's Mommy Moments says
Enjoy your blogcation! Very much deserved.
Lanae (@Hungrigyrl) says
Enjoy! We’ll be waiting when you get back!
By Word of Mouth Musings says
Hey sweet mama, have to play catch up, never mind take time off … but I will, I will!
A sparkly gift wrapped box of blogcation sounds perfect.
Enjoy yours – what a year you have had, sit back and bask in your success and enjoy your family.
Much love, now and always.
Nicole xxx
Kristin @ What She Said says
Happy Holidays and enjoy your blogcation!
I actually have nearly two weeks off from work, part of which will be toddler-free while she enjoys a vacation with her Nonnie and Pop. So, for the first time in…well, forever really, I’ll actually have time TO blog! While I’m planning to relax, work on some home projects, and enjoy a few dates with my husband, I also kind of feel like I shouldn’t squander this gift from the blogging gods. 😉
A Lady in France says
Happy holidays Heather!
Lisa C says
I agree. Taking a break refreshes me and allows me to regroup.
Tina @ Life Without Pink says
Happy Holidays Heather! We think alike….my post tomorrow is about me taking a break for the rest of the week and most of next. It’s a stressful time of the year as it is, so taking a break def. helps. Enjoy your family and holidays! Talk to you soon. XOXO
Rachel {at} Mommy Needs a Vacation says
I hope you had a wonderful holiday season!!! xoxo