Thursday, August 25, 2005

amazed in my own backyard

So, the fact is that I am spending my vacation in my own backyard ... and loving every minute! Thus far: I've been catching up on things around the house, I had a blast at a concert, I spent one day reading ALL DAY, I finally got around to applying for a passport so I can get on with my real travel life! I went to the movie in the middle of the afternoon, in the middle of the week while everyone else is at work. (BTW, go see My Date with Drew ... it's well worth your time & hard earned money!)

My point is, that it's so nice to be at home and not have to go anywhere. Yes, I love to travel ... but that didn't work out this time. And so far, I've had an amazing vacation! Just hanging out and doing whatever I want. Actually waking up early ... ready to go find something to do.

On Wednesday morning, while on my way to get a massage (which is a luxury in life we should all have), I was stopped waiting at a traffic light. An old woman was crossing the street in front of my car ... limping. She turned and asked me if I was going her way. I was ... so she asked for a ride to the grocery store. So, sure I gave her a ride. It's only a block or two and it's on my way. She was the sweetest woman! Barbara. She was headed to the pharmacy to get some cream for a problem with her foot (which is why she was limping). Anyway, I may have helped her by giving her a ride, but she was a complete blessing for my entire day! I can't really explain why, but she made my day.

Every day of my vacation (so far) has had some form of adventure. Not exactly the kind of adventure I was expecting, but wonderful just the same.

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