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Lia Elizabeth: “Why Vacations Matter for Small-Town Souls”

In our small communities, where the pace of life is just a bit slower, it’s easy to fall into the rhythm of daily routines.

It can feel like work, home, dinner and repeat. But even in the most peaceful places, the need to rest and recharge is real.

Vacations aren’t just about sandy beaches or big cities. They’re about stepping away from responsibility long enough to breathe deeply and remember what makes life sweet.

Whether it’s a weekend trip to the lake, a family road trip, or just a few days off at home without obligations, taking a break can do wonders for your health, mindset, and relationships.

Think about how refreshed you felt after your last time away! Studies show that people who take regular vacations are less stressed, more productive, and even live longer.

But perhaps more importantly, vacations give us moments like memories with our kids, laughter with old friends, a quiet morning coffee without a to-do list. 

So if you have been putting off that trip or those days off, take them. The work will be there when you get back. But time? That’s the only thing we can’t get more of.