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NAP TIME IS A PRECIOUS GIFT

Shanus — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:38:52 GMT

Oh how I love an afternoon nap!!! In cold weather, I'm under my electric blanket & other times any blanket will do. I'm not talking about an accidental dozing off while watching tv or reading...a planned, "take the phone off the hook" nap.

I wake up at 5:30AM-6AM & in my studio by 6:30. By 2:30, I'm yawning on most days. The best nap is when it's raining outside & I open the window so I can hear it hitting against the roof. Ahhhh.

Do you love a good afternoon nap?

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deepwaterdotter — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:39:56 GMT

Afternoon naps are one of the best things about being retired.

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cherry — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:41:56 GMT

I have never been able to nap. My husband does everyday. I envy people that can. It must feel so nice

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CareBears — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:43:25 GMT

Oh HECK yes, I have insomnia so it is almost a requirement in my life, there are times when I just get so tired I can hardly hold my head up, so I take my nap nearly every day, even 1/2 hour nap can make a world of difference!

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SeaMaiden — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:45:26 GMT

Nope. Never take a nap. I am up at 3AM and go to bed about 8 PM.

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AKgirl2 — Sat, 25 Feb 2017 04:03:57 GMT

I have always loved and do appreciate an afternoon nap, especially on a dreary day, while raining or watching the snow fall, ahhh...it is a precious gift! I forgot to mention that preferably, I love to have my baby girl "Pearl" 😺 jump onto the couch and settle herself down on the blanket and my belly!

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maestra — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:46:25 GMT

I'm up with the birds as well; decades of rise and shine at 5am-ugh. I used to have daydreams about taking a nap. Then, I retired and could.

Now, an afternoon nap is such a pleasure; you have it down to s science. Thanks for sharing such a simple but oft overlooked pleasure in life.

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beckyb1012 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:48:50 GMT

I get up seven days a week at 3:00 and got to bed by 9:15. I do not have to set an alarm just wake up every morning at that time give or take a minute or two. Can only nap on Sat. and Sun. afternoon due to working but oh how wonderful they are. I love being a morning person and I love to nap.

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ChynnaBlue — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:49:48 GMT

Yes, especially on a cold day with an electric blanket.

I don't think I'll have that opportunity again until December.

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Shanus — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:53:29 GMT

@maestra. You're so welcome. Thought I'd give a few pointers since it's 2:45 & my blanket is callling "Sha.....nus!!!"

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Shelbelle — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:54:48 GMT

Dr amdrew Weil highly recommends an afternoon nap of at least 15 minutes. I try to get one daily since I only work part time.

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catlover — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:56:25 GMT

I take one everyday afterwork and twice on Sundays!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Best thing ever-I wake up refreshed after going and going all day at work and on the weekends-well....it's just a treat!

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twinny70 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 19:59:54 GMT

Yes, I love a nice long nap. I am headed to bed right now. After a week of record breaking temps, it is cold & drizzly. We are expecting 1-2" of snow tomorrow, but it could be much worse in S. WI.

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SilleeMee — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:01:23 GMT

I feel like it and I really want one but if I took a nap then I'd have a problem falling asleep at night so I don't nap.

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giraffe77 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:03:18 GMT

Only when I'm sick ... otherwise would never get to sleep at 11 p.m.

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catlover — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:09:15 GMT

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QVCkitty1 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:10:23 GMT

If I get up extra early, I might take a nap for an hour or so in the afternoon. I feel so refreshed when I wake up.

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catlover — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:10:31 GMT

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beckyb1012 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:12:53 GMT

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meallen616 — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 20:24:36 GMT