This morning I bounded out of bed, so happy that I had slept until 6:30 am.
It was 5:30 am.
And so the adjustment to the time change continues. Another sunrise for you – each morning view has been very different.
I drove out to the beach and dropped in on my favorite store yesterday – Vignettes. No sooner had I arrived then my friend Joy appeared. What a happy coincidence! And then Lori, the owner, appeared. And then we talked non-stop. I took a few photos but since so much chatting was going on, I didn’t get as many as I had planned. Plus, my camera batteries conked out half-way through the visit.
I also lost my favorite sunglasses and no amount of retracing my steps through Rite-Aid, the antiques mall and Vignettes uncovered them. I’m sad. I really loved those sunglasses.
On my way back home, I got a call from the company manager saying he was at the apartment complex. I hastened home and began my search for the board. I spoke about it yesterday – I need a board under the sofa cushions or I will be hobbling around like a very old lady. Last year’s board wasn’t there. I found another that seems to work just as well. As I watched 24 last night (why oh why was it canceled – what am I going to do?) my back thanked me for the support.
I’m homesick. When I’m home, I talk to the dogs constantly. They are always there. Here: it is just me. Today I begin rehearsals and that will help. The director is still stranded in England. I’m sure I will have much to share with you as the week progresses.
Have a wonderful day.
Hi Claudia,
The store looks beautiful! How nice that you can travel across the country and just run into people you know!
Sorry you are already homesick.
~janet
I wish I could come visit with you and keep the homesickness away Claudia-I’m sending you a big hug! Glad you found a new board- would have been a long trip otherwise! Best wishes for your first day of rehearsals ♥
Your photo is gorgeous. What a view!
And I love the photos of the store.
I would miss my doggies too! I talk to mine all the time. Emma tries to talk back!
Terri
I bet the pups back home are wondering where you are too! I talk to mine all the time and they cock their heads to the side and listen most intently to EVERYTHING I have to say.
May your time there on the West Coast pass quickly for you.
Di
The Blue Ridge Gal
Hi Claudia,
What a wonderful day you had and what a treat to meet friends while shopping unexpectedly, I’m sure you all had so much to catch up on.
Yes in deed, I would have run also to find the slip cover to that chair,LOL. I think we all have a ugly chair hiding under a slip cover.
Sorry you lost your sun glasses, I know how you feel when you have a favorite pair, now you are going to be looking at everyone wearing sun glasses to see if they are yours.
Take care and enjoy your day,
Elizabeth
Si fun you got to see your friends…that always helps. If it helps I have been up at 5 the last two mornings and I am not getting used to a time change. Love and miss you wonderful sister,
Mere
HI CLAUDIA,
YES, YOUR RIGHT IT SURE IS A BEAUTIFUL MORNING. GREAT STORE, LOOKS LIKE THEY HAVE LOVELY ITEMS. HOPE YOUR DAY GOES WELL, AND YOU SLEEP GOOD TONIGHT.
RIZZI
Howdy Claudia,
I’m so sorry about your sunglasses, I don’t use the things, but everyone else I know does, so I know they are precious, especially ones that you like. Wasn’t E’s post just breathtaking…egads, I’d probably have a heart attack in that store. Take care.
Hugs,
Meri
hi little claud,
i’m sorry you’re homesick. it shows what a wonderful life you have at MHC and what a blessing that is.
so happy you had a nice time at vignettes! soak up all of the shabby style and sunshine for me, ‘kay?
Rx: some flowers from trader joe’s
xo
elyse
WOW!!!! What a gorgeous store and your pics are awesome. I would be missing my babies also.
debby
Lovely pictures. Oh, that shop looks wonderful and what fun to see friends.
Enjoy.
Hi, what a great store with really beautiful things. Have a great day…..Kathy
I bet everyone misses you, too. Glad you found your board.
Carol
I sure hope that once the rehearsals start you won’t feel quite so alone!!! I guess I’d just be talking to myself!!! The store merchandise is beautiful! What a great place to shop. The morning sky is breathtaking!
WELCOME BACK CLAUDIA!!!
What a wonderful surprise to see your beautiful, smiling face in the shop!
As for your homesickness, when you feel it coming on, jump in your car & drive here immediately so we can surround you with love & affection.
So happy to have you back in town dear friend & hope to see you LOTS!
XOXO,
Lori @ Vignettes
oh Oh OH!!! next time you go to vignettes Claudia, please take me with you!!! *sigh* so much beautiful eye candy:)
When I am away, it is the dog conversations I miss most!