After a weeks holiday I am back and will be resuming a full blogging timetable. As you know, for me, that is rather scattered. But I hope it will be more consistent and regular now. Thank you for your kind good wishes as I set off on my holiday.
My week in Kos was wonderful and relaxing. It was definitely needed. There was sun and a beautiful location with nothing to do other than eat – mmm, I’m not weighing myself until next Monday! – read, drink, relax and dip into the pool. The resort was stunning and exactly as shown in the photos. There was a restaurant with outside floating decks to eat out on. I loved these! A pool bar with seats and tables actually in the pool! A great way to cool down with just your feet in the water and a drink and a book in your hand.
We did fit in a visit to Kos town into that hectic schedule, which in itself was a beautiful place. It wasn’t a huge town and comes complete with its own historic castle ruins which I paid to walk around. For anyone interested in Greek history it’s a great place to wander.
I managed to read three books in the week I was away. I was slightly disappointed this figure wasn’t higher but I didn’t read on the flight either way and I actually spent time conversing with my family! I also managed to hand write a chapter of book two that I’m currently working on. So it always pays to take that note-book places with you. It seems that peace and a beautiful setting works for my creativity….
I have come home already wanting to book next years holiday. It gives us something to look forward to throughout the year doesn’t it?
As for the blog, there will be consistent book reviews coming through as well as blog posts I’ve had running through my head. It’s amazing what peace and quiet can do for a brain!
Have you been away this year? Looking forward to one ahead? Where is your peaceful place where you find you can think and ideas flow freely?
Margot Kinberg says
Welcome back, Rebecca! I’ll bet Alfie was delighted to see you. 🙂 – I’m so glad you had such a lovely time, and you got some writing done too! Fantastic! Looking forward to your reviews.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Margot. Alfie was very giddy when we walked in at 4.45 am! It’s lovely being with him again. And the first review is Thursday. The Good Girl by Mary Kubica.
fcmalby says
Wonderful pics. It looks really tranquil. I’ve just started ‘Perfect’, so I’ll look forward to your review. I think a holiday affords you the headspace needed for the creative spirit. I’m so pleased you had a great time. Well deserved and nice to be away from distractions and with family! X
Rebecca Bradley says
It was great to be away from everyday life and in such a beautiful place. I need more than one holiday a year! 😉
Gwen says
It looks beautiful, I’m rather jealous of your trip.
Rebecca Bradley says
It was beautiful. And extremely relaxing. I need to go back!
Alex J. Cavanaugh says
Conversing with your family – what a concept.
Photos are great. Glad you had a good time and returned relaxed.
And a pool bar would’ve been cool.
Rebecca Bradley says
We get so busy with life we don’t notice how little we actually sit together and talk quietly and properly. It was lovely 🙂
Murees Dupé says
Sounds like you had a wonderful time. I also came back from a holiday a few weeks ago and it did me the world of good. I only managed to read two books while I was on holiday. It is good that you had a great time. You have worked really hard.
Rebecca Bradley says
Holidays are great aren’t they? We all need a break. I’m glad you enjoyed yours.
D.A. Cairns says
Holiday? What’s that? I haven’t had a proper holiday for many years and I need one.Your holiday sounds wonderful. I’m glad you enjoyed yourself and were able to relax, and I look forward to continuing to read your posts…oh, my best quiet place these days is in my car.
Rebecca Bradley says
This was our first holiday in years and it was a week rather than two, though I could have stayed there for a month!
Cars can be wonderful spaces for thinking. I used to get an awful lot of thinking time done in my car. It’s just a shame you can’t get the notebook and pen out!
Jacqui Murray says
I like that–‘actually spent time conversing with my family’. I need to do that.
Rebecca Bradley says
It’s funny isn’t it. We do get so busy with life that actual quality quiet time to talk just doesn’t seem to exist. It really was nice and we’re already looking for next years 🙂
Prashant C. Trikannad says
Welcome back, Rebecca! It’s good to hear that you’d a lovely time in Kos. Holidays are rejuvenating. Thanks for sharing all the scenic pictures. I look forward to your blog posts including book reviews.
Rebecca Bradley says
Thanks Prashant. Kos is just beautiful and we’re already looking forward to another Greek Island next year!
First book review will be up on Thursday. The Good Girl by Mary Kubica.