Days on the River

Our original plan for yesterday was a trip to Ottawa, a favorite city. But the one thing I forgot to bring was my passport. What used to be a quick trip over the border isn't any longer. K had a terrific alternate adventure and instead we went south to Sackets Harbor, an important site in the history of the War of 1812. I'm saving more on the War of 1812 for a later post, but I found our visit fascinating. This is a beautiful town and we had lunch overlooking the marina. We couldn't have had a prettier day.

I am enjoying sunny quiet days on the river. I love my life in New York, but I'm struck by the difference in noise levels. I thought I had trouble sleeping because that's just what happens as I got older. I've had no trouble sleeping here at all, and I'm sure the quiet is a big factor. I'm walking down the road for a haircut in a few minutes. One of K's neighbors has a salon in her home and I enjoy my yearly visits. We'll grill outside tonight and watch the river as we eat our burgers. I can't think of a calmer evening.

Wishes for calm and peaceful evening to all. Thanks for visiting.

10 comments

Nellie said...: It sounds heavenly where you are, Buttercup! I love the picture of the boats on the water!; August 29, 2013 at 9:14 PM
Mevely317 said...: Nellie's right ... your evening sounds heavenly! So glad you're enjoying time in such a pretty setting with dear friends! Life doesn't get much better than that!; August 29, 2013 at 9:37 PM
TARYTERRE said...: Grilling out with that view sounds wonderful. ENJOY!!!; August 29, 2013 at 9:43 PM
Starting Over, Accepting Changes - Maybe said...: Sounds lovely and there is nothing better than a good night's sleep.

I love the sounds of a city; it is invigorating and exciting. However, I also love the sound of the night in my rural area with the song of the frogs, birds, and crickets lulling me to sleep on a beautiful starlit night.; August 29, 2013 at 10:41 PM
Betsy Banks Adams said...: Wow---that looks so peaceful. It got hot here today and we had to turn on our AC for the FIRST time this summer... Yuk!!! Wish I was on a boat on that water you showed. Looks wonderful.
Hugs,
Betsy; August 29, 2013 at 11:35 PM
Stephanie said...: I would love to be on the water right now...it looks so relaxing and peaceful. Have a lovely weekend.

Hugs!; August 30, 2013 at 1:20 AM
Theresa said...: A beautiful day where you are! Good sleep, nothing better! Have a blessed and beautiful day dear friend, HUGS!; August 30, 2013 at 8:27 AM
I'm mostly known as 'MA' said...: It does look and sound so relaxing. HOpe you have a Fantastic Friday!; August 30, 2013 at 8:28 AM
Cathyjo said...: sounds wonderful,,,enjoy; August 30, 2013 at 2:42 PM
Melinda said...: It looks so refreshing!

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

:-); August 30, 2013 at 5:01 PM