Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too. Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway. We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20. We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu...
Mercy, has time slipped away from me with blogging. Marty and I took a little time away and then there seems to be so much happening around my neck of the woods that getting a post done has been almost impossible. Well, until now!
We spent a few days at my favorite place, St. Augustine Florida which always requires beach time. You know that you have overstayed your welcome when the security guard has to remind you that you have to be off the beach in 30 minutes! LOL!
Marty surely took the opportunity to get some much needed R & R. No, we didn't create the sand creations but I had to snap a picture of them. Old Glory makes every trip to the beach with us every time that that go and she's flying mighty high and proud.
We stayed at what used to be a B & R. New ownership now has taken over and they had just been opened a week when we stayed. They still have quite of bit to do but it was so lovely and relaxing.(Bliss By The Sea)
The Long boardwalk behind the hotel carried you out to the Intercostal waters. They had many sitting areas along the walk and the final designation was a gazebo overlooking the water. We watched the sunset as the boats whisked by.
We were the first guests that they served breakfast too. Of course I am not a breakfast person and as long as I have COFFEE then life can go on! However, I do like the healthier side of eating and they offered so very much to pick from.
We visited a lovely Cathedral while in St. Augustine and it was just stunning. It was like the moment that you walked into the huge doors that a peace swept over you.
I had heard about the Love Tree along the walk of the old streets of St. Augustine so wanted to see it for myself. The palm tree is growing directly through the Oak tree. Legend has it that a couple planted the trees to show their devotion to one another and the trees intertwined as one.
"Be honest, be nice, be a flower not a weed”. Aaron Neville
As many times as I have visited St. Augustine I have never visited Washington Oaks State Park. I have heard of it's history and beauty so wanted to see for myself. Such a great place to visit.
Of course a stop had to made by the Sweet Spot. Vanilla with a drizzle of caramel works for me.
My two friends from Elementary school and I had a Salad and Soup luncheon for one of our friends birthday. Of course who doesn't like Zuppa Toscana, Chef Salad and Cheese and garlic biscuits. Oh, and we had Cheese cake. YUM!
Hi Cindy, I sure enjoyed my visit here today! Your get away sounds so nice. I like to visit churches too when I travel. Isn't St Augustine one of the oldest cities in the US? I love your colorful dress! Makes me think of Hawaii. Happy Birthday to your grands! Enjoy your weekend!
ReplyDeleteYes it is Susan. Marty works there and commutes back and forth. When we go together though is when it's fun! Thank you. I love sundresses in the summer.
DeleteLooks as if you've been having some fun. That Florida dress is lovely on you. Your grnadgiriles are so cute and accomplished. The closing devotional is a blessing and is giving me a lot to ponder.
ReplyDeleteThank you Vee.
DeleteHappy Birthdays!!!! And I am so jealous of your trip to St. Augustine, which is on our bucket list, grin. Wishihng you a beautiful weekend my friend.
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda. As close as you live to St. Augustine you must make a trip. My favorite place to go and visit.
Deletea beautiful getaway! a gorgeous beach, a good book, a fine man, delicious food, stunning weather. God is good.
ReplyDeleteGod is good for sure. Thank you Linda.
DeleteThat Palm tree growing right through the Oak is amazing!
ReplyDeleteThe Cathedral is also an amazing place. So beautiful. And beautiful also are those grands that fill your heart with Joy. Happy Birthday to Annaleigh❤❤❤❤❤ GM
Thanks GM. The girls had a wonderful birthday. Yes, that tree was amazing and of course I loved the legend behind it.
DeleteYou had an amazing getaway. I have only been to St. Augustine once and that was many years ago. Happy birthday to your beautiful grandgirls! Wishing you a safe and blessed Memorial Day!
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Pam.
DeleteThanks for the armchair travel to St. Augustine. It's always fun to explore nearby towns.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Kyleigh and Annaleigh! The cheese and garlic biscuits from your salad and soup luncheon look scrumptious!
Thanks Margie. Wished you could have tagged along. Marty would have been truly satisfied with laying out by the beach and you and I would have found a tea room to visit! LOL!
DeleteThank you for sharing your trip. St. Augustine is on my travel bucket list!! Your granddaughters are growing up so beautifully!! I can't believe the baby is 5 already!! I hope you are enjoying it all!
ReplyDeleteYou would love St. Augustine. It's only about 1 1/2 hours from me so makes it nice. Marty works there and commutes back and forth. He knows all the good places and off the beaten path places so when we go together it makes it a fun time.
DeleteGlad you were able to getaway and enjoy beautiful St. Augustine, such a wonderful place! Happy Memorial Day 🇺🇸
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Thanks Jenna.
DeleteWonderful wonderful pictures. I love St. Augustine and always thought I would end up living there someday. I used to tell my kids if I disappeared they could probably find me there. I am glad you had a good time and I love the pictures of your sweet grands. xo Diana
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. I have always told Marty that my if we could have a 2nd home it would be in St. Augustine. I do love it and especially the off the beaten path stops.
DeleteWhat a wonderful getaway. I'm thinking me and Hubby need one, a time or relaxing and refreshing. Always, always enjoy stopping by! Happy Memorial Day!
ReplyDeleteThank you dear Lea.
DeleteBeautiful, beautiful, beautiful is what I have to say about your trip!!!!! Oh, how I’d love to back to St. Augustine. It’s been years, from when Molly was a baby. Your Birthday girls are just adorable! Aren’t we lucky to celebrate so much?? Your friend’s party was such a fabulous menu. Aren’t we lucky to have wonderful friends, too?? Thank you for sharing the beautiful devotionals with us. They always touch me. Blessings on this Memorial Day 💙🇺🇸❤️
ReplyDeleteThanks sweet Kitty. We sure have so much to thankful for.
DeleteSuch a lovely post, I so enjoyed your beautiful photographs.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Wishes to the girls.
Happy Memorial Day.
All the best Jan
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Thanks Jan.
DeleteCopying a line you shared, "“…. what we really want even more is for someone to take care of us….” I knew that about myself, somewhere way down deep, all of my life. But when Beloved died, I suddenly realized how true that really was for me. I am learning that yes, God is taking care of me although it doesn't always look the same as it did before.
ReplyDeleteLovely post. All the food you share looks soooo good.
I am so enjoying this little devotional book I have. Most days the words leap off the pages and into my heart.
DeleteYour photos of your good times shared in St. Augustine makes me want to pack my bags and head that way, Cindy. It is so beautiful and peaceful there.
ReplyDeleteAnd happy birthday to your gorgeous granddaughters! I know they are such a blessing in your lives.
Blessings, my friend, and I sure wish I knew how to subscribe to your blog. Any ideas?
Thanks so much Martha Jane. I have tried to even change formats on blog but for some reason I cannot get it where it will let others subscribe like they used too. I am going to try and sit down and see If I can find another route.
DeleteI like the way you documented your trip to St. Augustine. Beautiful! I hope you enjoyed this weekend. Thank you for all the Scripture inspiration, too!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Mary.
DeleteCindy,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by!! Glad that you both got some R and R...What a beautiful Cathedral....And your birthday girls are both so darling!! Hope you have a great weekend!!
Hugs,
Deb
Thanks Deb.
DeleteAw, seeing all your photos from St. Augustine made me homesick to revisit. We loved going there when we lived in FL. There is a little chapel called something like Lady Le Leche where I went in to pray when we were longing for a baby of our own. We also loved going to the cathedrals to visit, and I totally agree that a sense of peace washed over us when we entered. Thank you for sharing these wonderful photos.
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