Tuesday, May 05, 2009

Leaving Las Duluth

Welp, it's our last day here in this lovely haven of tranquility. Sigh. We enjoyed some complimentary s'mores last night out by the fancy fire pit, lakeside. It was a cool night, the s'mores, crashing waves and relaxed visitors felt reminiscent of times long ago when life was sweet, simple, youthfully fleeting. We took a stroll along the rocks until we were too chilly to continue, then slept like babes in the fluffy, warm bed.

After an ample and tasty breakfast, we took a long walk almost the entire length of the pier. I collected a few large stones to bring home as reminders of this time, also some driftwood that was interesting and flat. There was a light rain, and being a workday here the walk was only sparsely populated with friendly retirees. Reluctantly, we came in for some coffee, newspaper reading and hot showers.

I primped myself up with some gorgeous bracelets that I found yesterday for $1 each: two are round stones of Black Onyx and Aventurine, and three are gemstones chips of Amethyst, Amber and what I think is either more Aventurine or Aquamarine. I've decided I want to wear more funky jewelry, and I love gemstones. We're spending some final moments on the balcony listening to the waves before heading out to Hawk Ridge Observatory to see (finally) some birds of prey. We toyed with the idea of visiting the aquarium, but it's too lovely out here to be inside.

Then it's off home to the little furry nutters!
Love & hugs,
R&J

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