Today I'm thankful for ...
... a wonderful weekend trip. I got home safe and sound pretty much right when I predicted I would. After stepping through my door I plunked down on my couch and reflected on a great visit up north.
Showing posts with label vacation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vacation. Show all posts
14 July 2008
13 July 2008
Plan B
Today I'm thankful for ...
... not waiting for Cousin B to get off the ferry and skipping dinner with some other relatives. It turns out B was delayed by traffic and a detour the boat needed to make, so she and I were never able to meet up. But Cousin P and husband decided to go out to dinner at a local place instead. It was a nice gathering of 6 of us.
... not waiting for Cousin B to get off the ferry and skipping dinner with some other relatives. It turns out B was delayed by traffic and a detour the boat needed to make, so she and I were never able to meet up. But Cousin P and husband decided to go out to dinner at a local place instead. It was a nice gathering of 6 of us.
12 July 2008
Long time, no see
Today I'm thankful for ...
... mom and dad keeping in touch with their families. It was because of them I was able to get the details on an uncle's 80th birthday. The evening was nothing more than visiting and eating, but it was nice to see us all there to wish D a very wonderful birthday.
... mom and dad keeping in touch with their families. It was because of them I was able to get the details on an uncle's 80th birthday. The evening was nothing more than visiting and eating, but it was nice to see us all there to wish D a very wonderful birthday.
26 May 2008
Lazy drive
Today I'm thankful for ...
... a long, lazy drive back up the coast. I fell asleep again while B took the reins. We finally ended up at his place in the late afternoon so he could watch the game and I could get a little work done. It was a nice way to put our minds back into gear for the week ahead.
... a long, lazy drive back up the coast. I fell asleep again while B took the reins. We finally ended up at his place in the late afternoon so he could watch the game and I could get a little work done. It was a nice way to put our minds back into gear for the week ahead.
25 May 2008
El sol
Today I'm thankful for ...
... sunlight. The weather forecast had predicted patches of rain this weekend but it was only overcast down in Carmel. That meant waking up to little beams of sunlight filtering through our hotel window. We didn't have a particular goal today so it was just whatever and whenever. We didn't try to watch the sunset again, but we did get to walk on the sand and spend time just sitting in the light breeze.
... sunlight. The weather forecast had predicted patches of rain this weekend but it was only overcast down in Carmel. That meant waking up to little beams of sunlight filtering through our hotel window. We didn't have a particular goal today so it was just whatever and whenever. We didn't try to watch the sunset again, but we did get to walk on the sand and spend time just sitting in the light breeze.
24 May 2008
It's Saturday
Today I'm thankful for ...
... B doing the driving. I conked out in the passenger seat in the warm sun as we drove down the coast. When we finally arrived in Carmel it was about dinner time. Perfect. We got to eat outdoors and ended up at a cafe eating filet mignon. Mmm. A bit too much meat for me but it was really tasty.
... B doing the driving. I conked out in the passenger seat in the warm sun as we drove down the coast. When we finally arrived in Carmel it was about dinner time. Perfect. We got to eat outdoors and ended up at a cafe eating filet mignon. Mmm. A bit too much meat for me but it was really tasty.
31 March 2008
I don't know, what do YOU want to do?
Today I'm thankful for ...
... not really knowing what I wanted to do today. I got to spend time with a few other relatives today and even headed out to the mall with one of them. I didn't care what I did so long as I got to the airport on time. It was fantastic getting a chance to be with the smaller group of people. The reunion yesterday was very fun but 30 people is a bit overwhelming. Today we had a lunch between 5 of us, and then I got to hang out with an aunt. It was, I guess, quality time.
... not really knowing what I wanted to do today. I got to spend time with a few other relatives today and even headed out to the mall with one of them. I didn't care what I did so long as I got to the airport on time. It was fantastic getting a chance to be with the smaller group of people. The reunion yesterday was very fun but 30 people is a bit overwhelming. Today we had a lunch between 5 of us, and then I got to hang out with an aunt. It was, I guess, quality time.
30 March 2008
We're all one big happy family
Today I'm thankful for ...
... my cousin who arranged a very large family reunion. It wasn't an extravagant reunion---we had it over dim sum. But it was very very important to me. I had not seen everyone for over 10 years. Since they live up in Canada and I'm in California, it's not like I can hop over to someone's house for dinner or meet them up to play with their kids. (And so many people have kids now!!!) I've been living someone vicariously through the photos my Mom and Dad bring back from their visits up there. I wish I could have been a part of many of the life events that have transpired in the past 10 years, but I guess better late than never. And this reunion was possible by the efforts of one very special person.
... my cousin who arranged a very large family reunion. It wasn't an extravagant reunion---we had it over dim sum. But it was very very important to me. I had not seen everyone for over 10 years. Since they live up in Canada and I'm in California, it's not like I can hop over to someone's house for dinner or meet them up to play with their kids. (And so many people have kids now!!!) I've been living someone vicariously through the photos my Mom and Dad bring back from their visits up there. I wish I could have been a part of many of the life events that have transpired in the past 10 years, but I guess better late than never. And this reunion was possible by the efforts of one very special person.
29 March 2008
You may now kiss the bride
Today I'm thankful for ...
... being able to attend a friend's wedding. He and I worked together at our last company and due to unfortunate circumstances we all were disbanded. But he and I stayed in touch and today he got married! He looked totally nervous but he and his now-wife made it through. I got a chance to meet her and she sounds like a great person. Hopefully I'll see them again in a few weeks when they're back in the area.
... being able to attend a friend's wedding. He and I worked together at our last company and due to unfortunate circumstances we all were disbanded. But he and I stayed in touch and today he got married! He looked totally nervous but he and his now-wife made it through. I got a chance to meet her and she sounds like a great person. Hopefully I'll see them again in a few weeks when they're back in the area.
28 March 2008
Wait, we're there?!
Today I'm thankful for ...
... short plane flights. I flew into Canada today and the whole 800-mile trip took a mere 1 hour 40 minutes. This compared to 16+ hours of driving. While I'd love to drive up to Canada one of these days, I'm not crazy about sitting in a car that long. I'd probably take a long, scenic route if I went by car.
... short plane flights. I flew into Canada today and the whole 800-mile trip took a mere 1 hour 40 minutes. This compared to 16+ hours of driving. While I'd love to drive up to Canada one of these days, I'm not crazy about sitting in a car that long. I'd probably take a long, scenic route if I went by car.
25 March 2008
One more time
Today I'm thankful for ...
... getting a chance to see The Boyfriend. Unfortunately because of how this week is going to go, neither of us will be able to see each other until I get back from vacation.
... getting a chance to see The Boyfriend. Unfortunately because of how this week is going to go, neither of us will be able to see each other until I get back from vacation.
21 March 2008
Grab on to my hand
Today I'm thankful for ...
... the opportunity to help someone. A friend just needed a getaway from her usual situation and so she's up here for a change of context. Sometimes I guess we all get stuck in life and it takes a perspective adjustment to see things properly. Even if it's not for very long, or very much, hopefully this will help. She was also kind enough to change her flight to a week later due to my crazy-ass working schedule.
... the opportunity to help someone. A friend just needed a getaway from her usual situation and so she's up here for a change of context. Sometimes I guess we all get stuck in life and it takes a perspective adjustment to see things properly. Even if it's not for very long, or very much, hopefully this will help. She was also kind enough to change her flight to a week later due to my crazy-ass working schedule.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
