Summer Vacation Planning 2022 ~ How I Prep for a Vacation ~ A Glimpse of our Vacation

Join me as I share a bit of our summer vacation and some of the prep work I like to do before leaving. Enjoy! 😉
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[@thaisrodz]

I'm not one to comment a lot, but I've been watching your videos since you started and I just have to say, you have a beautiful family. You have come a long way in your business, to the point that John was able to stop working and now works with you in the family business. I applaud you, as a woman entrepreneur, a wife and mother, and a wonderful human being. I'm really, truly happy for your success, and hope God continues to bless you and your family.

[@juliacockroft8745]

What a wonderful vacation. Thanks for taking us along.

[@lanaritter9410]

Julia Cockcroft, I noticed you got a notification to contact telegram that you (we) had won a prize??? I think must be a scam????

[@juliacockroft8745]

@@lanaritter9410 I started to do it but wasn’t comfortable so deleted the app.

[@marlenetillman7904]

You are so organized , me I wait till the absolute very last minute to pack when I get a have vacation Hahahhaa then end up forgetting something

[@teresabell1014]

I always clean everything before we leave because I don't want to come home to a mess. Also the yard, I like to come home and see it as others see it. I love the way your mind works Mary.

[@Earthy-Artist]

Speaking of coming back home, this reminds me of the time we went away and came home to a terrible, awful smell🤢...because someone had forgotten to take the kitchen garbage out before we left...uggg! Needless to say, it has NEVER happened again!

[@loissaedder2214]

@@Earthy-Artist I can relate to that. I got a bit carried away turning power points off before we left. Our small freezer was turned off. Luckily we had lovely neighbours taking care of the house and they had cleaned it all up by the time we got back!.

[@laurajeffcoat4731]

Oh my gosh your pebbles is, absolutely gorgeous. Your vacation prep is exactly what I like to do before heading out. Haven't had one in about 20 years. Taking care of my mother,now my husband. It was so nice of you to take us along. Kinda like we were able to get away too. Hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend . Thank you again for sharing some of your family time with us Mary 🤗💓💕💞

[@lanaritter9410]

I think the gift offer may be scam??? Or did you reply???

[@meliss36]

🌻🌸Oh Mary it looks like you & the family had a wonderful vacation! I loved your hair in the braid with the ball cap, you looked adorable!! 🌻🌸 You should have shown John a little longer, so when he starts playing classical piano, I can say I watched his first performance!! 🤪

[@lisafriend5535]

Thanks for taking us along on your vacation. That house was beautiful.

[@garymcdade4446]

Sheila McDade in Chattanooga, TN here . . . Here is a tip for you . . . instead of using a vacuum to clean your car just open all the doors and blow it out with your leaf blower! It actually does a better job getting dust and dirt out of hard to reach places.

[@JodyMorgan0220]

I love this idea!

[@comegowithmetoday]

I just loved the shot of you all catching that wave together! 💜 Looked like great times! 💜

[@janetdavis5619]

Looks as tho you had a great time on your vacation Mary! So fun to see a family doing things together and enjoying life in these crazy times!

[@danabrown1640]

Oh Mary!!!! Thank you for taking us along on your vacation. Such beautiful scenery on your hikes, and at the beaches! Here in CA it is dry and crunchie as you take walks.

[@barbb.9489]

Such fun joining you on your vacation, thank you, Mary! 🥰

[@victoriajohnson914]

It looks like everybody had a great time! And you all stayed at some very beautiful AirBnB's! And not having to cook is ALWAYS a plus! Love all of the organization you put into everything before leaving. Thank you for sharing a glimpse, Mary!

[@janeevans4758]

Oh Mary, what a fabulous get away..I absolutely love that clip of you all drifting in on your surf boards to the shore ❤ that most definitely needs to be put in a frame. You would love some of our homes and country houses in England, just like the clips you showed. I love how you all still go on holiday together. Fabulous.

[@yiayia100]

What a wonderful trip, everyone needs a break from the business of life. Your son's are getting to the age that traveling with parents isn't cool so enjoy every minute while they are willing. Love your posts 🌷

[@patriciaskitch2341]

Thanks for taking us along on your fabulous family vacation Mary! So sweet to see you with Pebbles and Twinkle at the end. They missed their momma! Welcome home.

[@DonnaF1556]

What a beautiful family, Mary. Glad you had fun!! Kenney and Efrim are so handsome.

[@lanaritter9410]

I feel like I’ve been on vacation, it is all beautiful!! So many memories made!!! Your home and yard are just as beautiful as the gardens pictured!

[@susanhaddan4633]

That was so fun going along with you! We very seldom take a vacation - we're pretty much home bodies. I so loved seeing your beautiful GREEN grass and flowers. We haven't had a drop of rain in about 7 weeks and has been over 100 for 26 of those days! Pretty much burnt up and the grass is brown. We'll get rain some day - we just keep praying! Thanks again for your video!

[@annh.]

If you ever go back to Abingdon, VA you should rent/ride bikes on the Virginia Creeper Trail.

[@beckysmith7142]

Mary, I think you are too hard on yourself! Your home and yes, your garden are absolutely stunning!!! I love all of your ideas that you put in your videos, and all of the work that you put into them. You are a very special and talented lady Mary, don't sell yourself short!

[@peggy-ann1961]

Mary that green dress was so pretty on you and great hiking pants too! What great vacation spots, it looks like you all had such fun. That Pete House is so beautiful, thanks for the tour...even though the boys felt it was haunted! 😜. Thanks for “ taking us along” !! 🇨🇦

[@lesamariebythesea]

Love the Banx. I just sold mine and my husband's place down there. He passed away in April and I knew I wouldn't go there by myself. We were near the Wright Brother's museum in the Colington area. Beautiful there.

[@debbyetheridge6368]

Your hair in a braid was beautiful, great trip

[@Erin78G]

Thanks for taking me along! It’s always like visiting with a friend when I watch your videos. We have been sick the last couple weeks and unable to take our vacation. It was fun to go along wit h you!

[@deborahgould2706]

I loved watching your vacation video. My brother and sister-in-law sold their beach house in Duck, NC on the Outer Banks last February. I would visit them a couple times a year and always loved it. This was the first summer in almost 20 years I didn't get to visit OBX. We used to go to the Black Pelican every time I visited. Thanks for giving me a "visit to the beach" through your video!

[@lizdoherty5767]

There’s no place like home! That house was amazing! Thanks for taking us along Mary & John.

[@JL-hw5hu]

Thanks for sharing your family time! The old historical house is gorgeous the grounds love it all. What a fun time all the food looked delicious as well stay safe thanks again. You're great parents making wonderful memories with the family.

[@schoensangalli6972]

Beautiful yard, Mary. I try to let flowering plants remain until their bitter end for the sake of the bees which really enjoy those blossoms.

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

Mary and John, thanks for choosing my home state of North Carolina for your family vacation! It is beautiful and I am proud to call it home. I find it, shall we say, ironic that you came to NC and I have wanted for years to go to your home state so badly. I just love your home and the scenery you sometimes show us when you’re out and about. Plus, I want to see the cottages! Thanks for sharing

[@shellydehart8217]

You had me at the Peetes House. I just love old houses n the history of them n those lovely antiques. What a great vacation. You n your family did quite a lot of places to see n stay. Each place was so nice n hiking oh how beautiful that was. It showed that everyone had a wonderful time. I must compliment the great taste you have n the places you chose to stay at. It’s been so long since I’ve had a vacation that it was so rewarding for me to see you n your family have a wonderful time. Now that I’m a widow n my finances are smaller my vacations will have to sit on the back burner. But it was nice seeing others enjoying there’s. Must say you sure looked cute on your board in the water. Thank you for sharing n making my day. Gods blessings to you all. ♥️♥️😊👍👍

[@rnupnorthbrrrsm6123]

Ahhhh thank you, I feel like I just took a vacation !!!! I’m happy you all had a wonderful get away ! But I do think kitty was letting you know you had been gone a little too long 😂😂 Blessings

[@kimkkillen]

Mary, you look great in pants!!! Not sure I've ever seen you wear pants! We LOVE Grandfather mountain. My hubby is from that area of N. Carolina. The mountain looks dreamy with the cloudy fog! The Pete House in Warrenton is gorgeous!!!! Glad you fit in a vacation before the new school year begins. Great video! Thank you for sharing!

[@sweethaven1929]

I started getting my blooms on my morning glories, miss the hostas , the neighborhood rabbit had a feast …love that Pebbles …have a wonderful vacation , enjoy for you all work so hard all year. I’m going to SC in Sept with friend to spend time with a friend . And also to Harrisburg Pa for my husbands navy reunion .

[@skylilly1]

The men folk really gave the piano a good try. lol Love the Peete house tour. Would love to stay there...even if the boys think it's haunted. Great editing to so many fun spots and play in the ocean waves!

[@cathycorriher6313]

Being from NC, l know how fun a vacation to the outer banks can be. Glad you enjoyed our hospitality and glad you had a safe trip.

[@jendyson6729]

What a fun video and wow that house! I love old houses and like to imagine the family that lived there and what their life was like. Imagine living there and in 1912 getting the paper to reveal the sinking of the Titanic, such a long time ago! Your vacation looked awesome, thanks for sharing. We go to the OBX too as a large family group I look forward to it all year. 😀

[@carolcooper881]

What a great place to vacation. The house was amazing! The lawn was fabulous! It reminded me of the movie "Driving Miss Daisy". Looks like everyone had a great time.

[@marthaspector9075]

So peaceful! Thanks for taking us along 💖

[@rebekkad.2092]

Thanks for taking us along. Lots of fun!

[@SpecialgiftsLA]

Hi Mary..I love that you share the boys take on the house being haunted..Lol. I guess since it has an old look about it and they are used to the white fresh look. It was great to see alittle bit of the vacation.so kind of you to upload. I loved to see the cats come to snuggle mom..so cute. You always inspire me and feels good to know there are like minded to share things with. LA

[@ulrichweber5215]

Your garden is absolutely beautiful Mary. Have a relaxing vacation

[@B-24Liberator]

Thank you for sharing your vacation with us. ❤️

[@kellieroth1710]

Thank you for sharing your vacation! What a fun time!!

[@nancydavis670]

Thanks for taking us along. It looks like a wonderful time was had by all.

[@annebicks6877]

Thank you for the ride along - it was wonderful!

[@lisamoore3178]

What a delightful peek into your vacation.

[@kmarshall53]

You have such handsome sons. What a lovely vacation! The air BNB home tour was amazing. Thank you for all the tips! 💗

[@marylenhastings6533]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful vacation!

[@iamwhoiamd7056]

Awesome summer vacation video Mary. I love it.

[@stellasatterlee7332]

I love all your ideas! Have a great trip and enjoy being away 😊

[@barbarapark2267]

Gorgeous gardens, Mary. So glad you had a nice getaway. You deserve it!

[@anniscrawford4210]

Thanks for sharing your vacation with us. Love that part of the country.

[@margeallen937]

what a beautiful vacation...thank you for sharing ❤

[@momof2momof2]

Before we go on a vacation, I clean out the fridge, and either have a fresh, unopened container of milk in there, or freeze a small container of milk that can easily be thawed when we get back. I also make sure there is coffee, bread, butter and a meal in the freezer, to tide us over until I can go to the store after our return. I do all of the laundry, and clean the house. All of this prep makes coming home so much nicer. Then all I have to do the first night back is 2 loads of laundry. tfs 🥰🌞🌛🥑💗✝🌸

[@terrybazin8067]

It was so nice to see the historical homes you stayed in on your trip. Loved the woodwork. I would love to make a miniature doll house and decorate in those eras. It was great to see you enjoy your time away to relax. You and John really work hard and long. I have anxiety before leaving for a trip. I want to come home to a clean house, empty laundry bin and fresh cut lawn. I save money for my vacation just to have someone spruce up lawn, dust, vacuum air the house out and tweek it out before I get back. I always have the house clean before I leave, but have someone come in the day before I get back to really do a reset. I enjoy a trip, but like you I am glad to get home. I am rejuvenated and ready to go for another round.

[@juliefairweather1111]

We love the OBX too! Have a great time!

[@tracybarnes6608]

Looks like you have a great well deserved vacation!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@cinder8290]

Lady where do you find all of your energy? Your gardens are really beautiful. Your air b and b was really gorgeous! I'm glad you had such a wonderful vacation, I'm sure you needed it.

[@mariachan5969]

Absolutely gorgeous the areas in which you stayed …thank you for sharing 💕

[@lindabaker4038]

Thank you so much for letting us travel with you, Mary! Wow, what a dream vacation!

[@DonnaRo]

Oh what fun! So awesome! Glad you & your amazing family got to enjoy! ☀️🥰

[@rhondachamberlain1535]

I think your garden looks wonderful! Very peaceful please don't be stressed if it's not a certain way.

[@maxinewhite5235]

Looks like you all had a wonderful time, God Bless you and your family

[@jamesswanson1915]

Mary, we like it when you restore things.

[@cyndiaden9624]

What a beautiful vacation!!

[@vickiewinfrey2439]

Glad u had a wonderful time I enjoyed it!

[@sheilalovesgreg3489]

How fun!!! Thanks for taking us along 💞

[@terristechschulte7733]

Looks like a fun vacation! Lovely family!

[@candyvigil550]

Thanks for sharing your vacation. I loved that old home. That house has so many lovely features from times past. I also enjoyed that store you were in with all the blue glass/stoneware items. That would have kept me busy for some time. There was so much to see. The activities were great. What a nice time away for you. :)

[@maryowens9179]

Nice vacation Mary. What a beautiful home.Glad you all had fun.Thank you for sharing your vacation with us ❤

[@dorothythorpe6183]

That was delightful! Thank you! How amazing to stay in a historical house. All the fun you and your family had! Just wonderful!

[@sweethaven1929]

Mary that was great to see , thank you for sharing that great home that you stayed in …

[@janiceforkum3889]

Looks like you guys had lots of fun!!💖 Thanks for sharing!👍😊

[@jocelynedesrochers732]

Thanks for taking us along. Haven’t been on a vacation in over 3 years.

[@judygordon4390]

Loved your vacation, what fun!

[@janetlee5119]

Thank you for sharing your vacation, it all looked wonderful. What a beautiful family you have.

[@marlenestephenson1239]

Looks like you had a blessed time thanks, for sharing with us.

[@cweaver6792]

I loved going along ! I would have also loved the Peete House. These will be wonderful memories for you and your boys!

[@junehawks4666]

Great video. Loved seeing all the beautiful scenery.

[@nenayrigoyen8624]

Love your well planned vacation. So relaxing. The rb&b good choice.

[@romiscown41]

Love the garden! Hope you have a great vacation

[@susishearer9531]

Thanks for sharing your vacation highlights with us. Looks like a beautiful trip, and much deserved! Love to see you all having so much fun at the beach!

[@wandadelacruz2486]

Mary, what a wonderful and fun vacation. It was so nice to see you smiling and having fun. Thanks for taking us along.

[@adaleewalkos4799]

Thank you for sharing your families vacation with us. What a fun time ya'll must have had. Love love love that big beautiful home. All that "old" stuff is gorgeous

[@valeriesmall8252]

Wonderful video🥰 Glad you had such a good time on your vacation!

[@virginiadailey6908]

Loved seeing it all! Thanks for sharing!

[@katevoris8811]

Such a good video! It’s like going on vacation with your family.

[@sheliaberry877]

Mary, thank you for taking us with y'all on your vacation. I thoroughly it and so thrilled y'all had a fun trip. God bless 🥰

[@barbaranielsen2888]

Thank you for sharing your vacation!

[@Stellaperez658]

Enjoyed your vacation!! Thanks!

[@shaunwalker6651]

I enjoy watching your vacation, I felt like I was there with you and your family.

[@donniekean1541]

Oh. Mary, what a delightful video. Good for all of us to get away from time to time and relax, explore and eat out! I so enjoy your videos and your perspective on life in general. Glad you are home safely.

[@debbarnett4250]

Looks like a great vacation!

[@barblabarbera5140]

That looks like a wonderful vacation!

[@sgodbout2213]

Thank you for taking the extra time to take us along. That sun room in the first home was amazing!

[@sanwalbud]

What a fabulous video ! Loved every part of it . Who wouldn’t love that getaway ? Thank you for sharing. 😊💕👍

[@geraldineklatt7914]

Wonderful vacation making memories! Thank you for taking us along 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️😎😎😎😎

[@junewrogg6137]

I loved your whole vacation. The house was incredible! The beauty of the mountains, hiking, the beach & water! YES!!!!

[@judymiddleswart9350]

Wow so so awesome!!!! LOVED THIS VIDEO!!!! Thanks!!