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Vacation

I went to visit my friend Diane in southern New Hampshire. She has a lovely cottage on a pond surrounded by mountains and quaint little towns where we can hike and explore.
Near the bridge in Peterborough



I left my computer at home and never bothered to sign onto the internet. Phone service was spotty at best. I was unplugged and what a relaxing time that afforded!

We explored Frye's Measure Mill, Cultural Cocoon, and a number of other little shops and antique stores. I did make one small purchase.

A small bud vase


As usual when we get together there was good food, some wine, long conversations, games, a play, and walking.






The play we saw was A Doll House, Part II. Diane is a long time subscriber to the Peterborough Players and we stayed for talk back with the cast after the show. I really enjoy summer playhouse productions as a rule and this one did not disappoint.


I know retirement seems like full time vacation, but this was just a great treat.

Diane's husband Bill had a woodworking hobby. This is one of his creations:

Pretty talented for a hobby!

Comments

  1. Linda ReederSeptember 3, 2019 at 8:10 PM

    Oh, my goodness! that high boy is a masterpiece! Sounds like you had a perfect vacation.

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  2. TaborSeptember 3, 2019 at 8:35 PM

    Sounds like a super well balanced retreat. Her hubby is very talented.

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  3. BarbaraSeptember 4, 2019 at 10:53 AM

    I think that piece goes way beyond hobby into mastercraft. Sounds like a wonderful trip. I could use a vacation of lots of nature and no internet connection.

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  4. gigihawaiiSeptember 4, 2019 at 10:59 AM

    It's nice that you can actually drive to a different state. If I wanted to do the same, I would have to take a plane!

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  5. MaebemeSeptember 4, 2019 at 11:13 AM

    Wow, that cabinet is absolutely beautiful! What a wonderful visit you had with Diane, lots of things to do and see, and a good friend to enjoy it with.

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  6. Margaret (Peggy or Peg too)September 4, 2019 at 1:55 PM

    who is who in the photos?
    what a lovely trip Olga!

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    1. OlgaSeptember 6, 2019 at 9:09 AM

      I am seated in the Adirondack chair and Diane is standing behind.

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  7. Arkansas PattiSeptember 4, 2019 at 2:56 PM

    Now that sounds perfect. Eating, walking and theater. What is not to love? Her husband really does fine work.

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  8. Jenn JilksSeptember 5, 2019 at 7:18 AM

    Wow. What a lovely time. The high boy is amazing.
    Isn't retirement grand?!

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  9. SextantSeptember 6, 2019 at 12:21 PM

    Your friend certainly lives in a beautiful area. What a lovely vacation you had.

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