Rest. Relax. Renew. The First Ever ReMe Blog Hop!





Jean Skipper, ReMe Instructor and the author
of this post, at her windblown rested best
on Ocracoke. 

As a visitor to this magical place, the concept of "Rest" on Ocracoke Island, North Carolina is unlike anything that I've ever experienced.  No matter how un-rested I am in my own real life, somehow on my way to Ocracoke, my cares seem to melt away. 

If I'm approaching from the Northern Outer Banks, it begins when my wheels hit Highway 12 in Whalebone Junction.  This two-lane scenic byway is bordered by the dunes and the Atlantic Ocean on the left; and the marsh, maritime forest, and sound on the right.  Amidst the miles of unobstructed seaside beauty; quaint villages, lighthouses, and historic attractions appear and beg for attention.  Some of my favorite galleries and boutiques are tucked almost strategically along the way, and each one of them has become an integral part of my escape from reality.


Whether I'm driving to Ocracoke from the North or South, my final approach to The Island itself will be by ferry.  As the ferry departs the dock, my remaining cares seem to be be soothed by the wind and water.  My first sandy steps on Ocracoke confirm that I'm already feeling more Rested than I was at the beginning of my journey.



Our Soundside Glimpse of The Ferry.

In our own sound side hammock, on a blanket on the beach, or tucked under the covers at night, I sleep like a baby on Ocracoke.  And Rest here seems to extend itself beside the obviousness of sleep.  It's infused in everything that I do.  I'm on Island Time, and my pace reflects this.  I speak a bit more slowly. (For me, this is nothing short of amazing!)  I take time to linger along the way; and I seem appreciate every moment just a little bit more. 


Your rocking chair awaits!

On Ocracoke life seems to pass more quickly and more slowly at the same time, and I find myself feeling Rested and energized in exactly the same moments.  Being on Ocracoke soothes my soul, and leaves me feeling Rested with a sublime sense of well being that's hard to describe in words.  Some call it an Ocracoma; I call it my own little piece of heaven on earth, and I'm looking forward to sharing it with you at ReMe.




A Restful Walk Among The Live Oaks at Springers Point.

Here's a sneak peak at Monday's prize.
Enter by Sunday, February 9th.

Now that I'm feeling Rested among my happy memories of time on Ocracoke, on to the details of The ReMe Blog Hop!   For now, please tell us your favorite place or way to Rest away from home.  Your comment below will earn one entry in this Monday's prize drawing, and if you share this post and provide us with the details below, you'll earn a second entry too. 


Monday's drawing here will provide one lucky winner with an original "Rest.  Relax.  Renew."  necklace created by Jean Skipper.  To preserve just a bit of the surprise, a photo of the finished piece will be debuted over the weekend on our Facebook Page.  Please stay tuned.

Thank you for visiting.  To learn all of the juicy details about our blog hop, please see the ReMe Blog Hop Announcement below.  Please also be sure to join our mailing list using the link on your left.  We have several exciting surprises in store for our subscribers, and I wouldn't want you to miss a single one of them!
 



  

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