retreating from a retreat

We were lucky enough to spend the weekend in New Orleans. We stayed at a very nice hotel on the river. The Lobby had a great view. The rooms were clean and modern. The staff was very helpful. None of it cost us a penny. We did have to drive ourselves over but the parking, hotel and food were included. A joint effort between programs on the base made the weekend getaway possible.

We had our time filled with presentations and mini workshops. Family life, couple's issues, and self care were all included. Unfortunately, this was the pilot program and there were quite a few kinks. Mainly, nobody to entertain the children so we could soak up the information. By the time Sunday rolled around, it's hard to say if we were in a better or worse state of mind.

All things considered, it was an eventful weekend filled with ups and downs (the same as any other day.) We became members of the zoo and aquarium. I died and went to heaven at Whole Foods on Market Street. I saw more crazy people between the hotel and Cafe Du Monde than I thought possible outside of an institution.

By the way, do you have any idea how long it can take a giraffe to pee? Like, over a minute! You should have seen the puddle under this guy. It was like that scene from Austin Powers. Crazy.