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The first time I went to Bonnaroo ('04) I was in my 2nd moth of pregnancy - unbeknown to me. Couldn't figure out why I was SO Effing TIRED. Fortunately, I didn't partake of any extra-curricular recreation, but I was so tired and nauseated, I could barely drag around to enjoy the music. I missed a lot of great shows (and you know the line up that year was magnificent) and slept more than I enjoyed myself.
Second time I went ('06) I had a friend with me with a broken leg. And the flu. So I was tired (again) and desperately trying to help my friend get to all the shows she wanted to see. (the forward rush when Radiohead hit the stage was a new and different experience) AND I was worried about my toddler, without his mommy for the first time.
THIS TIME! THIS time, I am determined to be healthy, I'm bringing no one but my husband (who gets himself lost almost immediately anyway), I KNOW I've got no buns in the oven, and I've got enough cash for play.
But it's been years since I last truly relaxed and let go!
Anyone with advice on how to do so, when one is so out of practice?
Post by onecrazylove on May 19, 2009 12:54:03 GMT -5
I would say just go with the flow and forget about everything outside of Bonnaroo. I know you cannot just forget about your kid and all, but I am sure he will be with people you trust. So like I said just go with the flow. That's all I got.
This word also has a underground meaning once you break it down. Let’s take “Bonn” for example and it actually turns into the word “Bone”. We all know gays use this word to describe the action of when they are fecal fisting their Cuban cabana boy at their sex bath house parties. Now let’s look at Roo, “Roo” is short for “Kangaroo”.So put the full true message together and you get“Bone a Kangaroo
The first time I went to Bonnaroo ('04) I was in my 2nd moth of pregnancy - unbeknown to me. Couldn't figure out why I was SO Effing TIRED. Fortunately, I didn't partake of any extra-curricular recreation, but I was so tired and nauseated, I could barely drag around to enjoy the music. I missed a lot of great shows (and you know the line up that year was magnificent) and slept more than I enjoyed myself.
Second time I went ('06) I had a friend with me with a broken leg. And the flu. So I was tired (again) and desperately trying to help my friend get to all the shows she wanted to see. (the forward rush when Radiohead hit the stage was a new and different experience) AND I was worried about my toddler, without his mommy for the first time.
THIS TIME! THIS time, I am determined to be healthy, I'm bringing no one but my husband (who gets himself lost almost immediately anyway), I KNOW I've got no buns in the oven, and I've got enough cash for play.
But it's been years since I last truly relaxed and let go!
Anyone with advice on how to do so, when one is so out of practice?
Anyone else in this sort of sitch?
Try to hang on just a little or you may find yourself hanging over a trash can. Easy does it. You don't want to be sick again but for a different reason.
I'm in a similar situation this year... I have so much going on at work that requires ME over the next few months and the longer i put things off the harder it will be. It's going to be very tough to forget everything outside of bonnaroo and completely let loose this time...
"Wish I was down on some blue bayou, With a bamboo cane stuck in the sand. But the road I'm on, don't seem to go there, So I just dream, keep on bein' the way I am. "-- Merle Haggard
Good Luck 1K1. May there be a food/drinks vendor to satisfy each of your cravings!
And thanks, guys - the "Just do it" mindset is one I'm looking forward to embracing. you're right also on: 1) Onecrazylove: My kid'll be with his various grandparents, getting spoiled rotten, so no worry there 2) Silence04 - it's the same here. normally I'm on call for my special needs clients, so not hearing the phone ring for an ENTIRE WEEK will be surreal. 3) britney's_Fears: Not overdoing will be quite a challenge. Pacing is key...
Post by hippiechica on May 21, 2009 11:25:55 GMT -5
I am kinda in the same boat. This will be mine and hubby's first fest since IT back in '03. The kiddo was born in '04. So I plan on having a wild weekend. Pacing myself will be tough, but I can't miss Phish so I will keep focused. I think the trick is to drink plenty of water, ibuprofen, and I am leaving my cell locked in the car! Good luck see you at ROOO!!
Post by kaleidoscope kristen on May 21, 2009 11:39:24 GMT -5
my experience relays that if you put too much thought into "relaxing" and having a good time, you will just overkill it with the planning and it defeats the purpose of relaxing lol.
so yeah, relax and just don't stress about things at roo.. whatever you do, chances are you'll have a good time!
I'm going to be nervous because we'll be leaving my soon with his grandparents & such and it'll be the first time I'm away from him, so I'll be a little on the fence with that, but I know he'll be in great hands.
an important thing about roo is your sleep too! If you put extra thought and consideration to your sleeping arrangements and make them as comfortable as possible, it really makes a difference because you're refreshed and feel good. A lot of people just try to stay up all night every night and I think gettingsome really great sleep makes all the difference!
I'm in a similar spot too. After going to the first 5 'Roos, I havent' been the last two years, but now feel ok leaving my 2-year old for the weekend and couldn't say no to Roo + Phish.
I started going to school at night in the fall and have been super-duper busy and stressed and really need the realease. A couple of weeks ago, I basically lost my job (last day tomorrow!), which has actually been a good thing because I will be doing school full time, spending more time with the fam. I have finals June 8 & 9, and will be oh so ready to rage on the farm.
For me, the biggest concern is definitely to take my time and not try to fit all of the relief/stress release/joy etc. into my first few hours on the farm. I will definitley be looking to pace myself at first and build slowly to the inevitable excesses.
The best advice I can give towards letting go and having fun is to not think about how to go about doing it... and just DO IT! ;D
This is exactly the case. Just like Confidence and Will Power, 'letting go' is not something that you have or that is learned, you just have to do it and shut off/turn on.
I can't stress enough to pace yourself if you drink. Alcohol by day will kick your butt and really jeopardize your late nights. If you hydrate all day and then wait to start drinking until closer to sundown you should be fine.
My only other advice is don't plan too much -- just roll with it and you'll be fine!
As a working mother juggling school and all the other responsibilities, we are accustomed to changing our hats several times a day! At Bonnaroo, we get to put on that one fun filled responsible for only myself hat. This is YOUR time to take care of yourself and to repay yourself for all that you do the rest of the year!!
As a working mother juggling school and all the other responsibilities, we are accustomed to changing our hats several times a day! At Bonnaroo, we get to put on that one fun filled responsible for only myself hat. This is YOUR time to take care of yourself and to repay yourself for all that you do the rest of the year!!
As a working mother juggling school and all the other responsibilities, we are accustomed to changing our hats several times a day! At Bonnaroo, we get to put on that one fun filled responsible for only myself hat. This is YOUR time to take care of yourself and to repay yourself for all that you do the rest of the year!!
I completely understand and it's not something I'm particularly good with either. For me that's what makes Bonnaroo so incredible. For me it's freedom, no kids, no job, no phone. I think once you turn all of those things off you'll be able to relax and let go easier than you think. Just plan for weather and pace yourself and you'll have a great time.
I've said before, if you see me with a stupid grin I'm not necessarily stoned, I'm just relaxed.
Post by questionablesanity on Jun 1, 2009 8:48:42 GMT -5
Hell, I only have my son part time and I stress about leaving the state. He's with his mom, but i will miss him every minute I'm there. I'll still call him every night like I usually do.
A Thieve's Parade 2/24 Conspirator 2/26 Kevin Smith 3/11 Keller 3/17 Papadosio 3/18 JJ Grey 3/25 Bela Fleck/Edgar Meyer 3/26 Toubab Krewe 3/27 O'Death 4/11 Budos Band 4/22 EOTO 4/28 Summer Camp 5/6-29 All Good
This will be my first no-work, no-kids vacation since 2001. I'll call and send pictures to the kids each day (they're staying with their father) and will even bring them back a little Roo tchotchke. I've talked to them about where I'm going, who I'll be with, what I'm doing, etc. and they are excited that Mama gets to do something cool. For being so young (ages three and six), they are very supportive. That makes it easier for me to leave them for so long. Keep your shit together and you'll leave Tennessee with many happy memories, I'm sure.
