Another brief sojourn

Had a great visit to Suttons Bay in recent days.  Stayed at Korner Kottage for the third time.  Hosts Jared and Jillian were most welcoming.  We were anticipating less than perfect weather but were happily surprised with no precipitation.

Had a few new experiences.  Went to Blackstar Farms down the road for a glass of wine in their lovely setting.  Found out about Raclette Cheese from Leelanau Cheese.  These craftsmen and women make it there and sell it from their factory and other retail outlets.

We had coffee and spice tea at another shop not tried before either.  Did lots of walking around the town and near the bay where there is a jetty out into the bay with a couple of benches.  Loved being in the quiet of the morning and before sunset with the seabirds skimming the top of the water

Our hosts have a little daughter walking and running named Dillan.  All the grandmas who were visiting were thoroughly entertained.  

The visitors to the town were decidedly older this time.  Many were barely walking.  Few looked really happy in this beautiful setting.  Despite the aches and pains, there is a lot to be cheerful about, good food, friendly people and pleasant days and a comfortable bed to sleep in. I emerged from this trip energized, wanting to do more and not just sit and bitch.  All the walking really helps in mind and spirit noticing your surroundings whether filled with beauty or not.  

Jared made a couple of egg dishes for breakfast both days.  The first one was a frittata baked in a cast iron skillet in the oven.  Looked like a picture containing Brussel sprouts, onions and mushrooms cut into wedges.  I wish I liked vegetables more than I do.  I am supposed to like them.  It is the right thing to do.  Even with the correct seasonings, still cannot get past the taste.  Oh well, will keep trying.  

Back in Berkley at the Towers (looks like the penitentiary from the street).  Ate my egg breakfast which was ok perhaps bolstered by the Franks Red Hot Sauce.  Seeing my buddy Apollo this morning for feeding and learning why I sleep so poorly with a device from the doctor tonight.  Supposed to be a decent day.  Hope to get outside and enjoy it.  

 all for now

stay safe