Hard to believe but we were without Internet service for several weeks. Had use of a laptop on battery only – had to go to an Internet café for online time of any length. Amazing the things we miss when we're dependent on them and spoiled. We reverted back to our caveman days before technology and online communication. I actually wrote real letters with a pen and stationary; Cowboy used his cell phone and wasn't happy about it. He likes written communication so he can go back and read/remember what he said…
SWAT!
Tsk
We left Cape Breton – I loved it, lots of breezy weather, rain, and wind – my kind of heaven. I practically lived in sweats and a rain poncho. 'Twas glorious!
You-know-who was beside himself that I'd get sick. The man is anal retentive in spite of all the years of my influence. I made lots of peachy things for him but that didn't slow him down when it came to "wear this, wear that, stay out of the rain, etc." I started lip synching his words I've heard them so many times.
We spent a little time in DC/Baltimore area – Bethesda to be exact. Our good friend Bull was severely injured in a war zone. I was manic until I saw him; then I vacillated between exhilaration that he was alive with all his parts attached and severely depressed at the extent of his injuries. Several new medals/ribbons have been added to his uniform and more than that, I can't say. I don't know the details of what he did; I only know that he served our country well, he's going to have a lengthy recuperation and he has finished his last tour with the U.S. Marine Corps. More about him and this event in a "Pieces" I'll write at another time. For now I've done all I could to ensure that his medical care will be the best we have and that his spirits are as high as we can make them. Bull's mama and sisters are waiting in DC to take him home to Arkansas.
Currently, we're in Gulfport, Mississippi visiting Max and his ladies. Glory's not feeling 100% and she's the anchor of the family – chief cook, homemaker and Mother Superior. Vi is running back and forth getting "take-out." Vi's cooking skills are limited to boiling water and that doesn't always come out right… Since I'm here, I'm making hot meals and Max is bribing me to stay in the kitchen by keeping a large pot of chicory coffee available. I'm sorely addicted to the stuff. Cowboy tries to monitor that but… did I ever mention he was toilet trained far too early in life?
SWAT!
Tsk
The pups love being here, the cats not so much. We'll stay for a while and enjoy the beach. It's hurricane season in this part of the world – keeping our fingers crossed it remains calm. There's also some of the BP "oil" mess to contend with.
Going back to Washington eventually. I've missed being there. We've had a wonderful wanderlust year – in sickness and in health – lots of good memories. Have had a lot of emails asking when I'll post something new to my website. I honestly don't know. My muse should be tired of vacationing; I'm getting a little itch to start writing again. Hopefully it will be soon.
~Sar~
6 comments:
I am glad your friend Bull is home safe and recupperating. I bet his momma and sisters will be so happy to take care of him. Hopefully Glory gets better soon. I am really glad things are going well for you too. But I would be lying if I didn't say that the thing that made me happiest was hearing you may write new stories soon. You are an amazing author. Good thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Sar, so good to hear from you, it's worrying how dependent we are on modern technology.
It's good that Bull can return to his loving family.
You are sounding better than than you have for some time.
It's good that Cowboy cares so much for you, you may find his caring concern irritating, but you would miss it if it stopped.
It's good news that your Muse is stirring, I hope that she wakes up soon.
Stay well dear girl.
Love and warm hugs,
Paul. aka (zealous voyeur}
Ah so that is why the temp here in the DC area went viral this Summer! Kidding of course,glad your friend is better and recuperating thank him for us for helping to keep us FREE. Sweats and ponchos sound weather proof to me,guys worry too much(of course when one has a compromised immune system...)So glad you are back on track and as cheeky as ever,looking forward to more writings. :)
So good to hear from you Sar! When ever you crossed my mind I was hoping you and Cowboy were traveling and visiting and enjoying yourselves. Seems like for the most part that was true.
Through your stories I feel like I know Bull too. I'm so sorry he was injured and I pray he makes a full recovery, soon! Then next time you see him please tell him I said thanks for everything he's done.
I'll also be very happy if you muse get off her butt and talks to you! I'm glad she has had good rest and every thing but I sure have been looking forward to more of your writing when you get around to it.
Hugs,
PK
So glad Bull is stateside and in good hands. I've missed your updates and look forward to new stories :-)
Be well and take care, both of you.
~ ellie
A year spent vacationing sounds like a dream, Sar. What a lovely way to celebrate your marriage and each other.
J took me to the Norfolk Naval Base a few weeks ago, and we toured one of the fast attack subs ported there. It was a mini-vacation of sorts for us, and I didn't want to go home. :) Very nice people.
You, Cowboy, and your writing have been missed! We visited Barnes and Noble yesterday evening (twice in one day for me) and bought a few more books. One was a recommendation from you. The sales lady smirked when she read the cover, "The Nymphos of Rocky Flats." She probably thought it was porn. *LOL* I also bought "The Wednesday Sisters" by Meg Waite Clayton. Cowboy mentioned it in a recent post, and it looks like a good one too. On a scale of 1-5, how would you rate "Backstreet Saints" by Joshlyn Jackson?
Will lift up Bull and his family in my prayers today.
((HUGS))
Kara
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