Thanksgiving 2020

 Thanksgiving in 2020.  For many it is such a different experience.  Luckily, for us, the entire Abilene family has had COVID within the last month and "we think" they cannot carry it.  Mister and I know we don't have the virus so it's a road trip to gather together.  We decide to make the trip on Wednesday afternoon and OMG.  You cannot believe the traffic we encountered.  I think everyone is on the move.  We wound up using the express lane from the minute we got on the interstate until right near Weatherford.  Yep, it goes that far without a break.  It'll cost a fortune, but I'm sure we saved an easy 2 hours judging from how the traffic was stopped on the main road for almost the whole distance.  Wow.

Upon arriving at Jens ---- ooooh, it's so pretty.  She is already decorated for Christmas and I love it.  The white nativity on the mantle was either made by her or me.  I just can't remember.  I KNOW I made a white one and no longer have it.  Hmmmm.  Her stockings are magnificent.

Loving the Lake

 In the spring, we make the trek to Dallas Blooms almost every week, but 2020 didn't allow for that.  It seems that this fall, we are following up with weekly trips to the lake.  I'm perfectly content to just sit on the dock and sip a warm beverage while watching the waterfowl.  It just makes the world seem right again.  Come along and share in our eye candy.

Two pelicans grooming each other. (Sorry it is blurry --- can't win every time.)  The second picture --- It's a meeting and all are gathering.

This group prefers their own gathering as they can eat at the same time.

Lake Walking in November - Round Two

 Coffee in hand, we are driving to the lake for a short walk and some time with the waterfowl.  The radio says it's a "beautiful, sunny day" out.  Hmmmm.  It's pleasant, but sunny?  At any rate, we are going to revel is the fall colors this morning, for they are glorious indeed.  Dallas does have the beauty of fall - and I love it.

Lake Walking in November - PELICANS!!

 It's been a minute or two since we walked at the lake.  It's time.  Here in Texas, autumn is the best weather for walking and we really need to start implementing it more into our lives.  Today, coffee and scones in hand, we are at the water's edge, just moseying.  If you look REALLY close, you will see that every single post is occupied with the exception of a short one.

Arkansas Vacation - Day 6

 Morning on the deck, overlooking the chickens and goats.  I want to move out of the city so badly.  I keep telling myself, someday, someday.  It's our last day out and about and we are taking our time departing this morning.  Mister has been in the kitchen making some biscuits and coffee which is now being served out on the deck.  Yes, I could do this daily.  Would he want to?  Well, that's a whole other question.  For the moment though, everyone is content.

Arkansas Vacation - Day 5

 It's another day in Arkansas.  We are in Ozark and there is not a coffee shop to be found.  A quick drive around the downtown area discovers this old jail down on the Arkansas River.  As I peek through the trees beside the building, I can see the Arkansas River Bridge in the background.  Yep, we're going over it as Paris appears to be the next place that has coffee.  

Arkansas Vacation - Day 4

 Good Morning once again!  We are sad to be leaving Eureka Springs, but also excited for what this day will bring.  It's chilly today and I'm route planning in my pj's coat and shoes.  Doesn't that make sense to everyone??  Time to dress, pack, and have one last look around the place.  We definitely wish to return.  Perhaps in a way people would least expect.

During another drive through town last night, we spotted another coffee shop and are going to give it a try this morning.  Luckily, we found a parking spot right on the street and are able to peek around a bit.