Down time

It's been a fairly hectic quarter year.  I'm definitely feeling the need to recharge the batteries with a short vacation.  Unfortunately, jetting off to Italy is not an option.  Neither is a quick trip to Turkey or India.

However, there is always the option of culinary travel...and all those countries are on our vacation menu agenda.

A trip to the other side of the world is in the spice cabinet!

Also included in our mini-vacation itinerary: OFF mode.  No phone, no internet, no TV.  No electronic connectivity -- just spending time with the spouse, the puddies, some books, the camera and my drawing book.

The weather is supposed to be fantastic and our yard is green and filled with flowers from the recent rain.  We may be staying at home next week, but it already feels like a "real" vacation -- and I can't wait!

Our meadow of planted wildflowers is in full red right now.