It Almost Seems As Though All We Did Was Eat.......

Sandy has come and gone. I always hate to come back to the house after she's been here. It's so quiet and Jake is walking around with a look like "Where is she?". He did the same thing after Donna left.

We did all fun things. We didn't spend time with her brother. She said she felt badly about not contacting him this trip, but I tried my best to convince her that it was OK - it was her choice. They have drifted apart over the past 10 years, both with different political and religious views. She believes it's OK to have your own opinion on those things, he does not. What he believes is right, so that causes some friction. Enough said there..........

We ate dinner at her favorite restaurant here where she was able to get Ahi Tuna, seared just the was she likes it.

On Saturday,we went shopping in Old Town Alexandria. I had not been there in at least 7 years and the renovations made are very refreshing. We had lunch and walked around. BJ told us of a little boutique that sells handbags and of course, we indulged.

Then we headed off to Tysons Galleria, where we had high tea at the Ritz Carlton. BJ and I had gone once before and loved it and at that time said the next time Sandy came to town, she had to come. We sat there for nearly 2 hours, chatting, nibbling the little sandwiches and sweet treats, sipping some of the best teas and enjoying the view of the Tysons skyline. (I had almost forgotten that Bryan has set up office in the adjacent building) I chose blackberry/black currant, Sandy had a ginger/spice combo and BJ had passion fruits flavors. One would think we would never have to eat again.

We bid BJ goodbye and wished her a fabulous vacation. She and JC and the boys were heading to Bethany Beach the next day to spend a week in JC's Dad's beach house. She has been working too hard this past month, filling in for another director who had left the company, so this respite was well earned. Being the selfish person I am, I will miss her.

We headed home and in a few hours, were looking at the 'frig. The night before, I had ordered ribs and brought home 1/2 rack. We also had Tex-Mex eggrolls and one was left over, so like little vultures, we gobbled up the left overs. No really needing food, but something to calm the palate. We both whispered yummmmmmmmm.

On Sunday we slept in and once again headed to Tysons, but to the main mall, not the Tysons II side. The have added wings and remodeled the old portion to the point that I didn't recognize any part of the place. Once again, I was in another town. Sandy needed a birthday gift for her dear friend, Linda and when we found the Swarovsky crystal shop, we went in. She found a lovely crystal necklace for her and I was almost envious. It was gorgeous.

We plodded onward and next found the L'Occitane shop so she could replenish her stock of skin care items. The gal in the store gave me some samples and warned me I would become addicted. I grinned and said "We'll see". (Remember, I am a creature of habit).

Once again it was time to eat, so we found a nice quiet restaurant where I overinduged in a Reuben Sandwich. It was so good. It's been a very long time since I've eaten real bread, fatty meat and grease. ROFL I loved it; I went face first into it.

We shopped a little longer and we both decided we were tired and our backs were sore, so we headed home. She had about an hour and a half before I had to take her to the airport so we both rested on the couch.

I think she had a good time. I know I did. I had a chance to talk to her and see how she has changed and matured. Her Mom would be so proud of her. I am......

She has invited me to come for Thanksgiving. I am considering it.

Today I'm just taking it easy.

God bless you all.