I'm Going to See the Grand Canyon

Dear Mom,

After writing my blog post from two weeks ago, it really got me thinking about going on an adventure. I wrote that post to talk about a mini road trip you and I went on and it brought back a flood of memories. To be quite frank, I miss going on adventures with you. Whether it was going on a road trip or even grocery shopping. I’d give anything to have one more day with you to thank you for everything. 


I know I can’t have that, but that doesn’t mean my life can’t feel at least a *little* more normal. I became fixated on the idea of a road trip. I then saw an inspiring TikTok of a couple that did a road trip to Utah and it got me thinking… What’s holding me back from making my own adventure? I realized the only things holding me back were me and my busy schedule. So I started planning my next adventure! 


I messaged my boss and asked permission to have the days off and he was very understanding and excited for me! I was in a meeting with him when I found out you were passing so I think he understands how badly I need a vacation. I’m so grateful for that. I truly couldn’t ask for a better internship. The next busy part of my schedule is school. Lucky for me, I graduate in 61 days. Needless to say, I am leaving at 6am the morning after graduation.


I am going with Joey, James, and Kaitlyn! We are spending a night in Nebraska, two nights in Colorado, two nights in Utah, three nights in Arizona, a night in New Mexico, a night in Oklahoma, and a night in Missouri. I have no doubt that it’ll be the best 12 days of my life. I’m excited to finally do something for myself! I love adventuring and being outdoors and it's about time I get back to doing what I love before I start working my 9-5. 


I am excited to take you on this journey of planning and getting my life back on track!


Love always,

Lacey



Here is the TikTok that inspired my madness: https://www.tiktok.com/@theloverspassport/video/6933298731752099078?lang=en&is_copy_url=1&is_from_webapp=v1


Here are some of the places we're visiting!





This is our campsite in Utah!


















This is our campsite in Colorado! It's ranked #1 in all of Colorado!

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  1. Kayla PaciniMarch 17, 2021 at 8:54 AM

    Oh my goodness this is amazing! I see these TikToks all the time and I so bad want to participate in something like but I always make so many excuses. Also, I have been to the Grand Canyon and it is breath taking. I am inspired by your courage to make this happen!!

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    1. Lacey De HaanMarch 31, 2021 at 9:17 AM

      Thank you, Kayla! I'm really excited to see the Grand Canyon in person because it's been on my bucket list for years! I strongly recommend taking that time for yourself :)

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