CK’s aunt and uncle, Leslie and Bob, were incredibly kind and let us stay with them last weekend at their charming storybook like home by the ocean. I absolutely love this house and was thrilled to have the opportunity to wake up on an honest to goodness sunny morning and have sparkling blue water be the first thing that I saw from the window in our guest room.
It was hard to be away from Watson and I knew he was in Anna’s very capable hands while we were out of town, but I still missed my little guy. However, their gorgeous rag doll kitty, Paris, did an admirable job bewitching me with her crystal clear eyes and adorable stunts including the ability to drink from the sink and beg for treats. Watson could definitely learn a thing or two from cousin Paris.
This shaded table on the patio is where we spent the majority of our time when we weren’t in the water of course. At low tide you can walk right out onto the little island in front of the house and swim or sunbathe. I honestly can’t imagine a more perfect way to spend the day.
Leslie also has a number of lush flowers and vegetables planted throughout the property so we were treated to freshly picked salad greens and herbs all weekend. In addition, this regal purple patch of lavender is so covered in honey bees gathering nectar that it appears to be alive.
I think what I liked the most about staying with Leslie and Bob was how casual and carefree I felt. We sat around in bathing suits and sun block with messy hair and it felt extremely easy and natural. You definitely can’t say that very often about day-to-day life.
On Saturday evening after the sun set we were treated to two fireworks displays. One from the town of Niantic and the other from a neighborhood family celebrating a wedding. Then we drank Sam Adam’s Summer Ale and ate hamburgers and hot dogs. Isn’t it amazing how perfect everything tastes after a long day relaxing in the sun? I honestly can’t remember the last time I was so completely relaxed. I’m quite certain that my “happy place” will also be by the sea.
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That looks so serene and relaxing! What a great place to spend the weekend!
Sounds like you had an absolutely delightful and relaxing time. I agree that there are not a lot of things as relaxing as a lovely day by the seaside with friends and good food.
That kitty looks gorgeous too… Ok, it’s no Watson..
This reminds me of summers in Alaska where we spent our time swimming at the lake, surrounded by friends and family. I feel more serene just reading about your experiences. Lovely.
That sounds absolutely PERFECT. It makes me miss the summers we spent at my grandparents’ house on Martha’s Vineyard (back when it was just a great, lazy, beautiful place that nobody had ever heard of).
Hmmm… I should go visit them…
What a pretty kitty! No Watson though 🙂
It looks so lovely and relaxing! What a great place (and people) to visit!
Hi Erin,
What a truly perfect summer weekend away! I am glad you had such a wonderful time. The picture’s had me day dreaming at my desk. I love Paris kitty I bet Watson would fall head over tail for her.
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