Travel: My #24HourReset Weekend Excursion in Southampton

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Have you ever been at a breaking point –  emotionally, physically or mentally? Felt like if you had one more task added to your to-do list you might have a breakdown? That was me last week. Not only was I completely exhausted and tapped out but I was totally on edge. Most people who know me will tell you I’m a pretty nice person – until I’m pushed to the limit. I reached beyond my limit last week. I was so not myself. My sister took a look at me one night as I was packing for a business trip and said “you need to get away”. So I did.

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Because I’m gearing up for a long 5-day business trip to New Orleans in a few days, I knew I didn’t want to go anywhere for a full 3-4 day night getaway. I just needed 24 hours of uninterrupted silence, peace, and relaxation. So I decided to get away for a weekend excursion to Southampton. Disclaimer: I’m not rich, I do not come from money, I do not have a house there and I am not a “frequenter” of the elusive Hamptons. I just understand the importance of treating yourself every now and again and it’s some place I’ve been before and loved. So I booked myself  a private room at a secluded beach house on Airbnb. I packed Cady up for a fun-filled day with her Dad, and I left.

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It was about a 2 hour drive from NYC and I rocked out to my favorite tunes on the ride there. Upon arrival, I swung into the nearest Fresh Seafood shop for lunch. East End Clambakes fit the bill. Their Lobster Roll and Zucchini Fries were SO good.

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Next, I headed to check into my accommodations. For the first time ever, I tried out Airbnb and I have to say I really love it. It’s basically an online search tool to find people who are opening up their homes for vacation rental around the globe. I wasn’t expecting to find anything in the Hamptons but they have quite a few listings including my place – a private room in a secluded vacation home just steps from the beach.

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My first order of business was finding the beach. Once I found it I never wanted to leave.

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The beach was private to the community I was staying in so I was essentially all alone, which I loved. I did a lot of reading, praying and reflecting. I swam and sang and had tons of alone time.

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I visited a vineyard in Southampton called Duckwalk Vineyards. This riesling is quite possibly one of the best I’ve ever tasted.

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I also visited an organic farm and picked up some fresh sunflowers and organic berries grown locally.

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These looked so yummy I had to get a bunch and take them home for Cady.

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It really was an amazing 24 hours. After coming back I feel so well-rested and ready to conquer the second half of 2014. For those of you who may be worn out, tired and down to your last miniscule of energy, I have something for you. I’ll be doing a post on “3 Reasons to Do a #24HourReset” where I highlight some important things to keep in mind when you’re stressed like I was.

Until then, talk to me in the comments! Have you ever just needed some time away?

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Christina Brown

Lifestyle influencer and digital mompreneur Christina S. Brown is a New York native, LA resident, and the founder of LoveBrownSugar.com and BrownGirlsLove. She's an award-winning storyteller, a motivational speaker and an advocate for confident millennial black women.

3 Comments
  1. I’ve used Airbnb twice now and had great experiences both times. As long as you know what to look for and where you want to go, the possibilities are endless.

  2. Never been to the hamptons, but this seems very do-able now. I’ve always assumed I had to be rich lol. Great post! I may try this next time I’m itching for a mini getaway.