Books

A truism.   Yep, the book sale yesterday at the library and all of the books were set u in big boxes;  no taking them out and placing them on the shelves and counters to be put  back when the sale is over.  Smart folks.  Worked great and for someone down sizing with three boxes of books waiting to be put in a  yard sale, I did good, I only bought five.   I found a second book of Ken Follet's  "Pillars of the Earth".  I didn't know, or hear, that a second book had been written on this eleventh century history.  And, of course, I couldn't leave Clive Cussler's  books behind.   He is a fantastic adventure story teller.  So I am all set for m winter reads.

An unusual colorful bird, a lovely picture to look at on a cold winter day .

and he is visiting China, wonder if he has extended an invitation to a few million Chinese folks to replace those who didn't get out and vote Democrat in the mid election.  

The coffee is brewing , almost ready so I can wake up and start my day.   Time flew by quickly this week.  I had a chance to visit a few of the  small stores in town and am amazed that they are already set for the Christmas rush.   Bi-Mart has aisles of every conceivable gadget you can think of, aisles of candy of all kinds that would make Halloween candy look small in comparison.   Why so much candy?   A box of chocolates is quite pricey this year.    They did have cranberry sauce on sale. I remember when it only cost eighty-nine cents;  we've come a long way from two digit pricing.    The Bird Store has some interesting garden art and some jewelry made by a local artist that is very well done.   Granddaughter Erin is having a birthday this month so it was easy to find something special for her.   We took time out for some chowder at the Hungry Clam then rode around to see a very busy ocean as the wind was picking up.   The seagulls were surrounding a woman in a car .  I guess she had decided to feed them and they were waiting .  The pelicans were not there.   They had flown in last week and were perched on their favorite rock in the river area.   Soon the whales will be going by and we will go whale watching in hopes of sighting some.   A busy time of year for all of us.   Take some seconds out and give your mind and body a rest.   Take time out and  visit some of  your favorite spots.    A little rest and relaxation will give  you the stamina to  make this coming holiday season merry and bright.    It starts in your four walls and spreads with all your good deeds, your smiles, your hugs and your wiliness to share YOU with those you love and like.  Go, Be wonderful!  Hugs to all.