Sand in my flip flops. . . . . . . . . . .

As always, Bob and I really enjoyed our little break at the beach.

This year we thought the weather might disappoint, however the meteorologists
 were wrong - doesn't that seem to happen a lot!  It was just about perfect. 

Sunny days made it into the 60's with barely a wind, skies were mostly clear and 

'Carolina blue', and the water was quite warm allowing the little kids and surfers

 to enjoy the waves. . . . . . . . .even the sand felt warm when I kicked off my flip flops.

We enjoyed the usual Christmas tree and board walk lighting festivities, chatted 
with old 'beach friends' at our favorite coffee shop, sat on the balcony with an
 evening glass of wine watching the pelicans and gulls follow the shrimp 
boats home before sunset, and took leisurely beach walks in the fresh air. . . . . 
. . . . . . . . . .and, as always, I blew a kiss and sent it across the Atlantic to family
 and friends on the opposite shore! 

Time now for other things - namely Christmas preparations!

 I've yet to start outdoor decorating - outside work is still slowly coming

 along as the back deck and gazebo are renovated and refinished - he's

 doing a nice job but it's taking so long!

Inside, all I've done is move the Christmas storage boxes from the attic 

into the office. . . . . . and it's a horrible mess!

This morning's stiff breeze is bringing down the leaves non-stop - 

somehow we need to get out there and rake, blow, and move

them. It's mild and sunny so off I go, then perhaps I can start 

on my Christmas decorating.

I'm way behind on comments, forgive me and I will do my best 

to stop by soon and catch up.