Keys

Went to the Keys this weekend. Saw a little of almost all of the biggies. And took this pic of the fella here. Post more later. Happy day!

Lazy Saturday

C comes home tomorrow. Mostly spent the day taking care of little projects. Not as many as I'd hoped but then not too shabby a day either. Worked on my little brother's computer, but the power supply is shot so not much to do till I replace that. Lots of fun stuff coming up. Going to Cirque du Soleil Monday. I've been several times, but C has never seen them. Very excited to take him. Spending the night in a hotel on property, so no need to drive or worry about any of that once we get there. Phew. Makes things much more relaxing. Tried to buy tickets to the new Prairie Home Companion movie ( new...as if there was an old one!!) but they're not available for sale yet. Much as I love NPR, just not willing to shell out what the local station wants for the premiere night. Plus, I'm a little let down by them right now. Followed their suggestion to pick up David Sedaris' Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim but they have led me astray. Alas, even NPR can be wrong!! Who knew!!

Spoke to my best bud the other night. She's having breakfast with the folks in the morning. They're in the Big Apple for the weekend to do Broadway and then it's back to the grind for them. (whip cracking) She sounds amazing as always but even better this time. She's involved in a very big case and will sit for the BAR soon. We're all very proud! She puts me to shame, but I've come to love my little domestic life....husband, cats, kayaks, work....It's a pretty fabulous life actually. We've fairly well de-stressed since C's official separation from the military. Can we say leash-less??

BTW, check out lauravanryn.blogspot.com . Can't believe the story of these two families. The site is amazing, gentle and honest. Can't help but be in awe of their graceful handling of such a rollercoaster.

The cat's are mad with me. This is beyond their bed time and they do not appreciate my keeping them up late. Just having a nice time and enjoying the quiet....NO TV!!!! Yeah!! Guess I'd better go placate them...seeing as how they really do rule the roost. G'night.

Just keep paddling! Just keep paddling!

Been very busy lately. Started a new job, which has been great, and bought a third boat. Still haven't named the new boat, but man, is she gorgeous! Just shy of 17', slender touring kayak with a small skeg. I've been taking her out every chance I've had. I'm definitely an addict by this point. Three boats now and I'm actually managing to get others out on the water. Took a friend from work out Wednesday. Had a great time showing him the different styles of boats, paddles, etc. Even got my fella on the water the other day. He hasn't been out in a very long time and I can honestly say he seems to have had a good time. Maybe this bodes well for future days on the water.

I don't have many pictures from the paddles I've been on lately. Really have to get a camera I can safely take on the water. I've seen some huge gators out there. Just try to give them room. Especially since they seem to be causing trouble lately. Three deaths in the last 45 days or so! Causing all sorts of commotion but you really can spend time on the water safely without running into them. Just have to keep your wits about you. Found a great local group that heads out for regular paddles. Haven't had a chance to see them lately but I'll definitely do my best to get out with them again soon.

We've also started looking at homes to buy though I have to admit the prospect of spending that much money is scary. Still trying to find out about closing costs, insurance (not cheap in a hurricane state!), termite bonds, etc. Luckily, we're not in any hurry so we can afford to take the time to do this all right.

Getting very excited about our trip to South America in August. Going to spend two weeks with my husband's family. I've never seen his home before and he hasn't been back in over seven years so this is a big trip for all of us. Nervous about my poor spanish though. Keeping my fingers crossed.

So that's all the babble I can think of for now. My guy's away visiting old friends. Spoke to him last night. Seems to be having a great time. Think I'll take the boat out for a spin tomorrow and have some fun myself!