Hmmm, does anyone like travel anymore? Between the crowded planes and minimal overhead space I can definitely say I don't! In my past life (last year) I was Vice President of a brand strategy and innovation firm. That meant that I was on an airplane almost every week for new business, project work, conferences, etc., etc. It was totally exhausting. Last week I traveled again for work for the first time after having my second son. He is only four months old so I'm sure you can imagine that I had a hard time leaving to begin with. I work very hard to minimize my travel.
But, travel is inevitable, especially when you are trying to build a business as well as play parent. Someone gave me some great advice once on how to stay connected while on the road. I pass this on to all the parents out there that travel whether it's once a year or once a week.
Send postcards! Something so small and easy helps kids stay connected to where mommy and daddy are. It's a treat for them to see their name on a postcard - finally mail for them! I carry a few stamps with me and buy a postcard every time I touchdown. Then I mail it from the hotel. If it's a longer trip the postcard gets there before me and other times it arrives long after I've returned.
Some also use a map to help their kids locate the cities in the postcards. Pin them to the wall.
Remember, to a child Tulsa, Aurora and St. Louis are just as glamorous as New York City and Athens.
Enjoy!
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