Wonderful Friends, Good Food and Great Times

No matter where you are in life, time with friends is good for the soul. This becomes even more apparent as we age and see the changes that can occur in our health and even the way we view life.

We recently returned from a vacation in Florida which was a treat to our winter weary bones. The sun's rays seeping into our bodies, and the southern breeze gently blowing away the cold northern wind we had endured. It seemed to melt away all of the winter stress.

We were fortunate to stay with friends in Cape Coral, Naples and Gulfport (just outside of St. Petersburg). Being able to spend time with dear friends we had not seen in a long while was such a joy. It's amazing how time just falls away when you have a bond from years of knowing one another. As if no time has passed, you pick up your conversation like it was only yesterday when you were last together. Laughing over old stories and catching up on each other's lives; the hours pass by as if they are minutes. Never lacking for things to share with one another. Lots of good food, wine and cocktails make these visits like a warm blanket wrapped around your soul.


We are very fortunate to have such wonderful, welcoming friends to share our lives with. We were so excited to be able to spend time with them all, and saddened when the visits ended. As I said, with age you realize how important these bonds are, and how fragile life can be. In youth we feel invincible - as years pass we know we are not.


We will carry these memories with us and think of them often. The visions are sure to bring a smile to our face and warmth to our heart. And when our southern friends come north for the summer or to visit, we will once gain pick up where we left off. Sharing good food, wine and laughter.


Thank you all for welcoming us into your homes.

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