Author: oceandelight

Maybe you can tell from my impromptu desk in the background, that the Shag It is far from fully operational at this point. But here’s a teaser of things to come! The Berry recently turned some leftover moose pasta sauce into her fabulous, more-ish Maritime Casserole (her own recipe, learned and perfected in P.E.I. many moons ago). I added some James Taylor, and together we had a fabulous evening. With good food, good company, lovely music and a  great setting, how could we not?

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Here’s  my oldest daughter, Adrienne, celebrating her recent birthday.  She turned 35. I was 30 on that spectacular day she was born.  She is everything a father could have asked for; I remember when at 14 she came and hugged me and said, “Dad, I love my life – Thank You.”

She is remarkable and I’m not just biased – she was just promoted to Director, Workplace Wellness for Healthcare Corporation of America – Virginia (a big deal).  And she holds a Master’s Degree in Health Promotion with a certificate in Gerontology (perfect for me) from Virginia Tech. This week she’s heading to an important seminar in Nashville where I know she’ll shine.

Clearly, I’m smitten – like I am with all three of my beautiful daughters. I just wish that she lived closer, but I am grateful to live in the era of Skype! If you have grown children, I’d love to know in the comments – are they doing what you imagined they’d be? If they live away, do you stay in touch as much as you’d like?

Thanks to our neighbour Paul Seymour for sharing these stunning photos of the stunning Bridie and Monty. Our Newfoundland ponies at The Doctor’s House are another reminder why it’s great to be home! Yes, we’ve been running around, but scenes – and precious animals – like this make it all worth it. We hope you had a great weekend, and have a great week!