According to the calendar, Autumn arrives over a week from now, the birds are singing wildly, and Summer weather is still with us, only the visitors have gone, for the most part. All of this leaves us staring at one another and coping with life, as we came to know it, coming to a screeching halt.
Still a lot of activity in town and plenty of beach-goers coming out of the woodwork now that the tourists are back home.
The restaurant remains busy, though business is down by a third from last month. Weekends are still very busy and we are gearing up for Jazz Fest and Sea Witch Festival in October.
The work schedule has changed and I am back to a 5 day week. It feels strange to have the luxury of that extra free day after 5 months, but it is a welcome change. While the extra day's pay will be missed, I can enjoy the rest and relaxation. Everything is a trade-off, isn't it.
Visited the Farmer's Market to pick up fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, early kale, white sweet potatoes, and tiny fingerling potatoes - great for pan-roasting.
While walking around the market I saw a few people from my previous life who ducked into vendor tents to avoid making contact. I chuckled and when I finally caught the eye of one, waved politely and kept moving. Tiny-minded, little people are all round us, I hope you realize that. No matter where you live.
Oh, Christ on a cracker, who gives and fig anymore. Get over yourselves!
Tomorrow's plan is to head up to the beach at Cape Henlopen, enjoy the sound of the ocean, search for conch shells for the daughter of a co-worker, and do some photography. A tiny bit of grocery shopping will finish off the outdoor entertainment.
***Paul Anka
And so it goes.
Hope some marinated olives are waiting for your return. Enjoy the day!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the luxury of that extra day. I doubt if you'll run into anyone from your Previous Life at Cape Henlopen.
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