 I took a trip into the Rockland Library yesterday and as I was driving home I witnessed sailboats, seen in the harbor, covered up. The masts sticking high into the sky just waiting til they get dressed with sails to lead the way from their relaxing position.  Also noticed was a picture window which reminded me of the many 4th of July happenings at my cousin's home in Iowa. I am not an antiques person but I had the time and the interest to check the store out.  This is what greeted me as I approached the entrance!  Whoa! There existed a mass of everything. A truly interested buyer would be spending hours looking around in this place.  Beautiful glassware and dishes sat all over the place. I adored the cake platters and candle stick holders and gorgeous vases that greeted me, as they were pieces I often used when entertaining.  Hmmm! Guitars. I wonder what the story is behind these. If I happen to purchase something it would be brightly colored glass flowers and many bookend choices to choose from.  But this yellow scarf caught my eye right away. A little bit of magic around my neck in the winter would stand out draped on my coat.  That antique store offered many things I would buy - for gifts and for me! It held surprises that I thought I never would see in the word "antique"! I'll have to make another stop with visitors and antique loving friends. Mary, I must check the price of window "flag holder" for your next 4th of July.
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 Leon brought in the mail today. Inside the many envelopes, mostly bills and those unwanted magazines, I find this!  There appeared a note on the backside of the picture. Now there was no return address anywhere on the envelope so I am going to have to guess who mailed it. (I LOVE surprises!) I have an idea who it is and I thank you from the bottom of my heart? Does anyone out there want to guess with me?
 Leon continues with sickness as a package arrives at our door. It's a box labeled SPOONFUL OF COMFORT. We begin to explore!  Look at what we find - two cans of chicken noodle soup, rolls and chocolate chip cookies for dessert.  The ladle magically goes right in the colored soup with carrots and noodles appearing.  Take a look at a most delicious meal. There is another box of soup to share. It tastes so darn good!  Meet Marti Wymer, the found of this company, for this certainly was a "moment of need". I will be giving such a gift when needed.  Marty and Michelle - this hit the spot. A million thanks. Also, thanks to all the friends that have been there for us. Surprise meals and desserts and emails, plus Michelle running all over the place to make our sick days a little bit less stressful. You all are LOVED!
 We live in Maine but this is a shot I got of Dallas today! Supposed to snow all day and night there. The winter this year has flip-flopped.  Here is the most snow we have received in Maine appearing on Christmas Day - far north of Dallas!! They have been getting temps in the 30's while Maine is in the upper 20's.  Leon dials the doctor's office. Spencer is right there beside him making sure he is going to be ok.  He pouts in the kitchen because it's been too cold and windy for our daily walks. Spencer pees and then runs right to the door 0r should I say the wind carries him quickly inside. Tomorrow he and I will be going for a walk even if it is only half a block!
 As I blabber on about my illnesses we find out today that Leon has COVID! After a doctor's visit on Thursday he was told he's had it too long to take Paxlovid. There are now both of us in bed, sleeping the days away. Spencer suffers in sadness as he doesn't know what is going on. I'm tired of being in that bed. Leon's just beginning to experience it.
 I have been sick for 5 days, lying under the covers and sleeping as the day and night move on. When I try to force myself to get up and take every kind of medicine there is, check my computer, taste the soup, and see what Leon and Spencer are up to - I tire and jump back into bed. The chills begin to take over and my head starts spinning until the Sudafed, Tylenol, nasal mist and Severe DayQuil do their number. My head hits the pillow and I'm totally out. You can imagine what I look like! When does this ever stop?
 We were cleaning out the attic and ran across three huge canvases. Leon took one of them to the art studio, beginning to paint a picture that was so interesting to him. It's two paintings in one swipe of the brush. Can you see them both? Anyway, we hung it in the hallway along with a book he helped my art teacher put together. Way to go honey! Ready to paint another?
 Approaching Patty's house one could only feel Christmas all around. Even the ice cycles descending from the roof added to the delight of being there.  I am always amazed at the decorated tree that awaits once inside.  A look out the window one could see reindeer alighting the backyard. PERFECT for the holiday. The table magically arranged with fabulous decorated place settings and a table cloth that must have brought back many memorable experiences when growing up.  The meal presented was my kind of food - chicken, potatoes and green beans! The whole place presented one tremendous Christmas Day with lots of laughter and a cherished gathering of dear friends.
 Spending the holidays with our long time friends from Dallas is always a treat. Michelle had the counter decorated for a bite to eat.  I found this to be so unique and festive as the evening progressed. How creative is that? Celebrating with joyful gaiety and merry making stood front and center as the talking around friends becomes a gift.  Can't wait to get that puzzle of poppies put together while tasting a bit of chocolate along the way.  Thank you guys for a wonderful evening. The word CHRISTMAS brings much happiness for the Bauschs.
 Hooray! It's snowing! Woke up to this lovely white magical happening.  However, Santa fell off his table and lies with the greens all around!  He's not very happy as he has houses to visit today. Christmas is his time to celebrate and he's going to be very busy. I hope it keeps snowing as it makes the day even more enchanting. Everyone have a Merry Christmas to enlighten the day like no other.
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