Time Out

Memorial Day coming up and my guest will be leaving for her home in Arkansas. Paula has been enjoying the ocean, the waves in their many moods, the seagulls and the illusive whales which we tried to coax above the water. We found a little park by Ocean View Drive where the huge estate like homes are and it turned out to be a terrific spot to watch for whales. We actually saw the black body but it didn't surface or show its tail but still it is exciting to know that this huge sea creature is right there within eyesight. We had stopped at Slugs and Stones at the Port and had a hot fudge sundae. Paula looked for pecans but found regular peanuts buried in the mound of whip cream. Nevertheless it went down easily.


Paula is a master of art as she does counted cross stitch and the results of her work is magnificent pictures painted by needle and thread. Her work is perfection and should hang in the best of galleries. I have a beautiful one of Tuscany she made for me and this time she brought with her a finished work of a Thomas Kincaid garden with unbelievable colors and french knots that are masterful. I am going to have it made up into a pillow top as it is now laying over a pillow and the brightness and beauty makes my couch come alive. I watch her sit patiently as she puts in one tiny stitch after another and slowly brings to life unbelievable beauty. Right now she is working on a light house and the sea and it is going to be a masterpiece.
She will be leaving the end of this week to return to Arkansas but not before we take a two day trip to Coos Bay and visit the book stores and the antique shops. We will stay at the mill and may get to soak in the hot tub depending on the weather as it is outside. We will walk the mall and see what bargains are out there and you know we will find our way to a special restaurant daughter Pat and I discovered and keep returning to. Muffins to die for.


So today, Monday, the first new day of the week, a starter day and hopefully a 'stellar' day for each of us. You are going to have a reprieve as I wander off, so count your blessings and know I'll be gathering fodder for the next blog when I get back. Prepare for Memorial Day and make it a good one. Don't forget the candle for those in uniform. Hugs to all.




Paula working on her newest creation.