I finally dug out my summer clothes today. Travelling during Junuary left me wondering if summer was ever going to arrive. I'm just happy that my summer things still fit. Maybe jetlag has an upside. Today I couldn't go to church, or any place for that matter until 11:am. There was a bicycle race right at my door and the road was blocked off. I was told that if I needed to get out that they might be able to find me a window of opportunity in less than 20 minutes. That would make me late for services so I decided to stay put. No I did not watch the race! I did meet a new neighbour though who is a Christian and "single", but alas he is younger than my daughters. We had a very upbeat theological conversation and shared ideas on renovation and gardening. DUH!
The weather couldn't be better, and I truly hope we don't get the nasty heat wave that often hits this time of year. On Tuesday I will head to Victoria to visit my favourite guys, and their parents. My daughters and I will finally sprinkle their Dads ashes at sea on Fri. It seems like only one year has passed instead of nearly two. My suitcase is still not emptied and I need to pack again. Go figure!
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Go Granny Go!
After more than a month away from home, it's hard to remember where the bathroom is in the middle of the night. When my Aunts funeral was over, and 13 days into my stay, I rented a car to drive like a crazy lady from Windsor to Barrie for 3 days. On this leg of the journey I discovered XM radio. While sitting on the 401 in Toronto, the time flew by to tunes from the 50's. The visit with my highschool friend was refreshing and fun as always.
Then came a short drive to Gravenhurst to visit my Mom. We had fun shopping and remembering happy days with my Aunt "her only sibling". Three nights on an inflatible bed were the most comfortable in 2 weeks. Three nights in Bracebridge wrapped up my trip north. Did I mention I like to renovate? I painted 2 bedrooms and 2 halls at my Aunts house. I chose soft shades of vanilla and a clean aquamarine for the master bedroom. In Barrie I helped my girlfriend decide on renovations for her 30 something kitchen. Then came rearranging my Mothers livingroom and replacing some furniture. My sister is very gifted in her own design choices so all I could do for her is rearrange the guest room.
The next leg of my journey was a plleasant drive to Kingston under sunny skys. When the Beach Boys started singing Little Old Lady From Passadena I no longer thought the song silly. After all, I am a Grandmother with places to go. This had been a very therapeudic trip for me until I returned to Seattle Thurs evening.
Then came a short drive to Gravenhurst to visit my Mom. We had fun shopping and remembering happy days with my Aunt "her only sibling". Three nights on an inflatible bed were the most comfortable in 2 weeks. Three nights in Bracebridge wrapped up my trip north. Did I mention I like to renovate? I painted 2 bedrooms and 2 halls at my Aunts house. I chose soft shades of vanilla and a clean aquamarine for the master bedroom. In Barrie I helped my girlfriend decide on renovations for her 30 something kitchen. Then came rearranging my Mothers livingroom and replacing some furniture. My sister is very gifted in her own design choices so all I could do for her is rearrange the guest room.
The next leg of my journey was a plleasant drive to Kingston under sunny skys. When the Beach Boys started singing Little Old Lady From Passadena I no longer thought the song silly. After all, I am a Grandmother with places to go. This had been a very therapeudic trip for me until I returned to Seattle Thurs evening.
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