Three weeks to go!

Row faster mom!

 I thought this month long stay would satisfy our missing the lake life in Alexandria. It has only increased our desire to be here more. I am a bit upset we cannot find a cheap boat to use for the month because I love cruising the chain more than anything.

Loon and her baby!

I finally took Grace for a spin in the inflatable yacht but I am not going to lie...my arms were killing me on the way back! Jerry ran into a friend from home that he grew up with and they graciously invited us for a sunset cruise. Best day ever!

We came home to a dock guest!!

Our summer 'cottage' and yard from the lake. Still cannot believe we 'live' here!

 
We are having a small dinner party tonight with old friends and its a gorgeous day on the lake. Time is flying by and I so wish it would slow down. I went to happy hour and a movie( I highly recommend you see The Help)  with a girlfriend last night. I cannot remember the last time I did that and it was great fun. Driving back to our house thru a very quiet downtown I felt like I had returned home. I do not feel that way anywhere else we return so it really makes me wish for more.
I simply had to include a shot of Buster on vacation. This is his usual spot but he does change windows occasionally. I think he may like it here a bit too much from the relaxed lounging he seems to have embraced!
  

We are not sure where we stand with the La Quinta house. We have never had such a dumb realtor before and its truly taking any joy out of buying this house. Its an endless list of repeated requests and nothing but hassles for us. I dont recommend buying a short sale because they say by the time you get the house you no longer want it. I believe them now. Time for a deep breath and remember to simply enjoy the day!    I think the deck and a cold brew are calling my name!