 It's time for surgery. We took off to Portland for shoulder surgery at 6:30 in the morning! Let's see - brain aneurysms, two knee surgeries, a hip replacement and now my left shoulder is falling apart. How come I'm the one among my brother and sister who is going through all this? I'll be home tomorrow in the afternoon around 2:00 - taking a deep breath and drugs.  Here is the chair we invested in from Wayfair. It's my bed for a two week sleep, with pillows under my arm. This should be interesting and I don't expect I'll be getting much rest. "Leon! Help!"  I found a magazine photo that totally describes what Spencer is going through - "where are they"? I just know he is thinking that.
So, if you don't hear from me through emails for awhile you will know what's going on.
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It's now March and the birthday calendar Michelle gave me continues! We dined for lunch at the Market which I experienced a couple of days ago. It happened to be a great time to share life that happened during the month.  Then came a stop at TJ Maxx - our favorite. We both found things we could not live without!  Then we came upon this little book store that just opened. Michelle found it in Rockport...The Tiny Bookshop!  Oh, my gosh, what a treasure. There were used books all over the place. Meet the owner, Kelly, such a delight to talk with. What a treasure she has created. You must stop by when you are looking for that good read! Her husband made a whole bunch of these book holders. Aren't they cool?  We each grabbed a book for $7. She has so many great selections. Michelle and Kelly connected because their sons know each other from school. Both headed to the same college. You never know who you are going to meet! It is always a treasured adventure each month with a good friend who knows how to put together one great birthday present that lasts all year long.
Love you, Michelle!  Main Street Markets is a place in downtown Rockland and Kate and I decided to test it out! I've had a salad there before but they remodeled, beefing up the place for people soon to enjoy. Boy oh boy - was I impressed. Looking at all the white tables and comfortable seating and magical art work happened to be a real treat. One day a week they provide "art stuff" for kids to come, have a bite to eat and be creative! How's that for something special?  The lovely chandelier hung offering a bit of magic to enjoy while we devoured our lunch.  Anne, is the mother of the family that runs the place. I adore her - such warm and happy person that loves being around people. She came over to our table and talked to us about the new addition.  Here's the inside of the menu offering quite a variety to choose from. Our orders were placed. A croissant sandwich and a breakfast burrito provided us a real treat. Can't wait to take the family visiting in May. Of course, I'm going back before then and taking Leon!
I couldn't resist copying this article about "Finding your inner child" in this FIRST for women magazine! I only hope that when I am 81 I have the thoughts and beliefs that "Aunt Mimi" has!   It reminded me of our 2018 adventures in Lucca, ITALY where huge bubbles just floated away in the middle of the square. I will never forget that.
 Leon has been working on a 24" x 32" acrylic painting of Miki and Reed's German Shepherd. The final art piece was sent to Texas where I'm sure it will be hanging in a prominent place in their house. A special friendship has developed between the family and Fergus. I think Leon captured the essence of this dog and should take a bow. I'm so proud of him...Leon, not the dog.
 The cover of this book tells the whole story. It's about a two cousins, a string of pearls and the places they live. This Motherless Land shares the lives of Liv, who lives in England and Funke, living a comfortable life in Nigeria, when tragedy strikes. Funke goes to experience a life much different and gets to know her wild English cousin, Liv, who is free-spirited, existing in dilapidated surroundings with a family that is cold and distant.
This is where the story really begins as we read of the many happenings that occur between two cousins as they grow closer and closer. Their mothers were two totally dissimilar people and the choices they make throughout the story lead Funke and Liv to experience struggles. This examination of identity over two decades leads us to culture differences and race happenings. I loved this book. It read quickly with surprises throughout. The writing is exceptional where "exclamation points pinged after every sentence." The pile of books for visitors to read is growing at the Bausch house!  Our snowfall is disappearing and the sun was shining last Saturday so we took off on an adventure. First stop - The Scone Goddess.  We always stock up on those delicious scone mixes. Just add cream and you have a delicious breakfast treat. Leon accidentally put two different kinds together while making them and they tasted just great. We freeze them for a treat during the day.  Look what was given to us because they stopped ordering them. Three small bottles to put on our scone makings. I'm saving it for when the Iowa family comes to visit in May!  Next stop in Belfast was The Good Table. This place is never missed when Belfast is a destination. Oh my, it is just loaded with any kitchen supplies you would ever want. We love the gifts and equipment for lobster making when guests arrive. Leon always finds a new kitchen tool to try!  Back to Camden we headed where tubes of acrylic paint were purchased at Rockport Blueprint. While checking out I noticed these flowers made of colorful paper and placed in a vase. The gal showed me how she created such a beautiful arrangement. So simple! Scott's is always a stop for a scrumptious hamburger. While Leon was getting our lunch a seagull was putting on quite a show. The wind was strong and frozen dirty snow as that bird waited for food droppings.  The grocery store led us into the most expensive place on our journey . The cost of four items was $27!!! Do you believe that? We are going to start buying only sale items...does that mean no eggs? Which are out of sight?  We arrived home around 2:00 and Leon decided to make some blueberry muffins. Delicious - with whipped cream and nuts on top. Small enough to have two OR three at a time. Our Saturday flew by on a windy 40 degree day which couldn't get much better than this!
 Several months ago they talked about watches on 60 Minutes. I was intrigued with what they had to say. They showed a variety of beautiful watches people were wearing which were quite expensive. There happened to be hundreds of those time pieces on display, and thousands to research and purchase for a price!  This was a beauty and perfect to gift someone.  Then I saw them all over TV shows. Here's John Legend on The Voice wearing his watch.  This Timex has been my watch for many, many years, changing the band when it wore out.  Now here are Leon's watches!!! He's has them for when we go sailing, different colors for what he's wearing, expensive ones for dining out and, of course, for working in the garden. You must know what time it is wherever you are!  Jake ordered Leon and I a watch that alerts us if we are in trouble and dials 911 in case of emergency. Plotting our daily exercise. Has all the things that are on our iPhone! Pretty neat. I found this show so interesting,
especially the money spent to place them on your arm!  A dining experience provided by Linda is like no other. We gathered in her new living place, which is right in the downtown area of Rockland. What a treat!  I snapped a few photos of the how the living space was decorated - so inviting and comfortable. There sat needlepointed coasters of her dog, posing as well tonight. I thought that was wonderful.  I loved the napkins next to my Prosecco glass. A time to smile!  The table, set beautifully, made dinner a pleasure.  No one is better at presenting a meal such as this as Linda. It was absolutely wonderful. I didn't even get a picture of the berry tart that we had for dessert. It became like a restaurant, perfect all the way around!  It is pure pleasure to enjoy an evening with Linda and JoAnn and Bill.  Time moved quickly by and we really can't thank Linda enough for a fabulous evening. It made one Sunday just right to gather with friends. The only thing I forgot was a photo of the hostess. Darn!
 This afternoon I was pulling out of our driveway and spotted the first deer that I have seen this year. They were posing for me as I grabbed the camera to get a shot.  Further down the road another deer was seen at a neighbor's home. They seem not to be running away from the picture. Three more were across the street into the timber. I didn't get a photo of them as they took off before I could get my act together.
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