Hi Reader!

We just got home from our spring break trip to 30A in Florida.🌴 ☀️ 🌊 I had never been to this area before and absolutely loved it!

We will be going back. Stay tuned for some posts all about 30A! 🙌

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We arrived home around midnight on Friday night and were exhausted!

Coming home from a family trip is always a mix of relief and chaos.

The kids are tired (I am tired), the suitcases are a mess, and real life is waiting. But over the years, I’ve learned that one simple thing makes all the difference after a trip—I unpack right away. 🧳

I used to let suitcases sit for days (okay, maybe weeks), but now I make it a priority to unpack as soon as possible.

It helps us reset faster and makes the transition back to normal life so much smoother.

If we get home late, I focus on just getting the kids to bed—PJs, toothbrushes, and sound machines ready to go.

Then, I muster whatever energy I have to do a little unpacking before heading to bed. That way, I can tackle the rest first thing in the morning and avoid living out of suitcases all week.

Here’s how I do it (quickly!):

✅ Sort laundry immediately—I dump dirty clothes straight into the washer so I don’t end up with a mountain of laundry later.

✅ Use packing cubes to speed things up—I bring each person's packing cube(s) to their room for a quick unpack and put away, then store the cubes for the next trip.

✅ Unpack small items right away—Shoes go back in the closet, coats get hung up, and travel accessories (like neck pillows or headphones) get stored so they’re not cluttering the house.

✅ Restock travel bags—Refill toiletries, stash extra snacks, and put chargers back in my travel bag or storage spot so it’s ready for the next trip.

✅ Clean out the car—If we road-tripped, I do a quick sweep of trash and random kid items (why do they leave socks everywhere? 😂).

This routine takes about an hour, but it makes a huge difference in feeling refreshed and ready to tackle the week ahead.

It is a GAME-CHANGER!

Do you have a go-to post-trip routine? Reply and let me know—I’d love to hear your best tips!

P.S. Next week, I’ll be sharing a recap of our Spring Break trip—what worked, what didn’t, and what I’d do differently. Stay tuned!

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May you LOVE your adventure!

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