Surfin' USA

Our day off and we are back at the Lower Falls on the Kancamagus. Spent some relaxing hours sitting  on the rocks reading and venturing into the cool water.

Happy Talk

Carol came to visit and we did a lot of talking. Tuesday night and Wednesday it rained and rained. To make the best of the situation we went to North Conway and did some retail therapy, shopping at the big outlet center. We ventured out during a thunder storm to have dinner with Jeff and then we all went to see a play at the Barnstormer's Theatre in Tamworth. The musical was The Full Monty and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The production was excellent and the theatre is adorable with comfortable seating and a four person pit combo providing music. It stopped raining by the end of the show and stayed dry today. We awoke to sunshine and it was nice all day. Carol and I went out for brunch and then took Sirius for a long walk around the campground. Jeff decided it was time to replace our toilet and called upon his plumbing skills to get the job done. He was able to purchase a toilet at the Camping World in North Conway and got it installed before dinner. He has so many hidden talents. Carol drove home late afternoon and we settled in for supper, a walk and lots of TV. 

Meet Me in St. Louis

 

We had our carnival today and it was great fun for the kids and for us. Jeff and I helped set up the games and I ran the ticket booth. Jeff said my sign should say, "The doctor is in." Remember Lucy and Charlie Brown? While we were there we had company. Neighbors Cece and Daryl from Sun City stopped by to visit. They are staying with their family in Concord and took a drive. Wish we knew they were coming so we could spend some time together. Still great to see familiar faces.

Later we went to a surprise birthday party for another staffer and then ate dinner and watched Avatar on TV. It was better in 3D at the movies, but still a good flick.

Here Comes the Sun

 

Finally have some beautiful, sunny days. Yesterday we celebrated the 4th of July in grand style. Jeff and I ran field games for the kids including three legged races, water balloon toss and marshmallow toss. Of course we ended with a tug of war. So much fun and prizes for everyone. Afterwards Jeff jumped in the pool wearing his sweaty clothes which delighted the children. We hung out and rested all night.
Today we are off and slept late and read. This afternoon we walked to our lake (Moore's Pond) to cool off. We put our chairs in the water and we got in too and swam for a while. So refreshing! Later I took Sirius to the dog park and then we went out to dinner at a nearby seafood place. Afterwards we made a fire and sat outside with some good music on our outside speakers. Now we are watching Harry Potter film 7. A glorious day.

Sisters

 

We met Carol in Manchester today and had lunch at the Red Arrow Diner. Carol got her sticker saying she was de-virginized as a first timer and they rang the bell and embarrassed  her to our delight. The food was good and the place was packed and just as crazy as on our first visit. It is midway between us and a good place to meet.

Sand Castles

Who knew that New Hampshire had beautiful beaches? Today we went "down the shore" as we say in New Jersey. Just over an hour south of us is the Atlantic Ocean and Hampton Beach. I almost thought I was back at the Jersey shore. The sky was so blue with puffy and wispy clouds that made me glad to enjoy the outdoors.

The beach was pretty full with sun bathers and lots of folks were in the water. We walked and stopped for beach food and what fun would that be if the gulls didn't beg for your food? This herring gull was very brave and posed nicely for pictures.

Our main purpose in coming was to see the annual sand sculpting competition. Today they were still carving and the judging is this weekend, but we will be working. We were very impressed by the artists and their works. In the center was a large sculpture with all the advertisers. 250 tons of sand were brought in for the competition and it will be lit for night viewing.

This gal seemed to be conversing with Gandalf and contemplating how to finish him.

We really enjoyed this beach town and hope to return when it is warmer so we can enjoy the ocean.

9 to 5

We've been working and playing since I last wrote. More chilly weather and some rain. Hoping it will finally get warm and stay dry for a while. School gets out this week and we should get busier during the week and on the weekends. I have been in the reservations office all week and I like it when it is busy with calls and emails. Jeff had a few days in the store and we had lots of time off. We sleep late and take walks with Sirius. We try to take him to the dog park where he chases a ball and gets plenty of exercise. So far he has been the only dog there so he plays with us. One day I stopped at a dumpster to throw in our trash. As I opened the side door a terrified squirrel flew (yes flew) past my head and onto the road. Poor thing was screeching and who knows how long it had been in there. Well, I was terrified too and thankful that it didn't land on me.

Today we headed south on Route 16 and then west to the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. We arrived at Wolfeboro with a population of 6000+ and an adorable downtown area. Lots of shops and restaurants along the main street and waterfront. There is a fancy prep school there called Brewster Academy with the beautiful Pinckney Boathouse. Wonder if it is related to our South Carolina Pinckneys?

We found a place with outdoor seating for lunch and enjoyed the views. Sirius was a very good boy and everyone stopped to pet him. While we were there the Winnipesaukee Belle pulled out with a sightseeing tour. We will try to do that this summer or one of the larger boats from Weir's Beach.

After lunch we visited the tourist office in the old train station and window shopped. There was a lovely park where we sat in the sunshine enjoying the views and a whimsical sculpture that was not J. Seward Johnson.

On the way to the car we stopped off for ice cream. Jeff shared a few licks with Sirius who thinks human treats are better than his own.

A fun day and now we are home, had dinner and went to the dog park.We'll watch some TV and make plans for tomorrow. This is a tough job, but someone has to do it!