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Another Estes Surprise Success! (This Time I Didn’t Even Have To Kidnap Him)

Posted on October 20, 2015 by DMW

Last Wednesday, my husband was rudely awakened by a note from me: Pack your shit! All right, the note itself was purple (our wedding color scheme) and had a bunch of hearts and before it told him to get packed, … Continue reading →

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A Hot Springs Getaway!

Posted on August 11, 2015 by DMW

Two weeks ago, I surprised (and kidnapped!) my husband with a romantic getaway to Glenwood Springs in Colorado. It was long overdue and something we really needed. We’re complete opposites in everything, which can make a marriage more work than … Continue reading →

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Estes Park: The Wonder, Beauty And BREAK We (I!) Needed

Posted on September 25, 2014 by DMW

Last week I kidnapped my husband and surprised him with a trip to Estes Park, Colorado. It was a trip for HIM, his surprise. Roy kept insisting the trip was for us, but it really wasn’t. I mean we did … Continue reading →

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How To Plan A Romantic Getaway/Abduction Without Getting Caught In 7 ‘Easy’ Steps

Posted on September 22, 2014 by DMW

Have you ever felt like your relationship is fine, but both you and your spouse need a break from real life, like yesterday? This year has been a hard one for my husband and me. Between house stuff (like a … Continue reading →