4 1/2 weeks

The longest period in my life so far. Broke the record from when Marta was in a car wreck while expecting Alex and he almost was born way too early, those 48 hours in the hospital seemed to be years then.

And now here I am, using flight tracker. They are delayed from N.Y 1 1/2 hours. The time to beat is midnight, Charleston closes the runway due to construction then.

I pray they make it or the Volvo will have to make a detour to Myrtle beach.

Friends

Within the last 24 hours I have had the privilege to get a message from two of my best friends.

The first was from my brother who I have not seen or spoken to in 4 1/2 years, that it made my day is an understatement, Magnus I love you.

The second was from a new dad that as far as I see it is doing all he can for his new family and he is doing it extremely well, Marcus I love you too.

I am reuniting this Thursday with my family and I'm so excited I lack words. I love them too and I know that they know it.

Heck, I love you all come think of it. That I played an honest 48 during my 9 holes played today has nothing to do with it....

Watermelon

The kids and I, Marta just a little bit, planted some different vegetables and fruit in the flowerbeds around the house. Some died and some took off like crazy. We have more jalapenos and basil than we know what to do with.













Now our watermelons are finally growing, but boy do they spread out.














There are 6 days between the two pictures taken of the same melon.














Part of our great success is that we have a good gardening dog....

Well, maybe not so bad after all...

Started the morning with a garage sale together with my mother in law,Pam. She is pretty darn fun to hang with so we had a blast and sold for $300+.

Went to the boat for a bit, too hot for Milu so ditched her and I went to the pool. I hate the pool and the reasons that I do got reinforced.

Stopped in at the grocery store and picked up a steak, liverwurst (for Milu) a bottle of Campari and yes, soda water as well.

About to water our vegetables while enjoying a cocktail, fire up the grill and make a Bearnaise to go with the steak.

And to top it of I got myself a movie....

The worst part of the week

is the lonely weekend. Sigh.

A Sunday

Last night was fun, had a good time. We did it the true American way, 5 different nationalities ( The US, Sweden, Germany,Chile and Chekia) who ate burgers and hot dogs, drank beer and watched fire works.

Got an early start today with church, then coffee, some ironing and washing of towels and work clothes. Then in a few a round of golf and after that grill some steaks.

A pretty decent weekend.

Happy 4th!

Independence day. Burgers, hot dogs, Budweiser, party.

To my surprise I have more invites to parties than I ever could dream of. I appreciate all of them especially since I'm all alone this month. I will how ever go to the party that is closest to home, a party here in PW so that I can leisurely walk. And I'll follow the lead and do it the American way....

Boat shopping

A friend of mine has got the idea that he needs a sailboat. His wife is about as happy as Marta is when it comes to me and the boat. It's always easier to ask for forgiveness than permission.

So, we have looked at a Hunter 31, an Endeavor 32, Irwin Citation 34 but not until last night did we really take a serious look, by serious I mean that we also took a trip to a nearby bar to ponder about it while enjoying a cold sud.

We looked at a Newport 33. Not bad for the money but we have decided that we will grab this opportunity and really enjoy the hunt for his sailboat to be.

Next we will travel out to Sea brook Island and take a look at a Cal 29. Anyone that knows of a decent bar with OK food out there? The need for some serious thinking and discussion will arise if I know us right.

Barcelona

You take care of my family.

Ok, I'm done

Honey, I've had plenty of time for myself. You and the kids can come home again. I know that you just left yesterday and yes, I know that I agreed against my better knowledge for you guys to spend a month in Spain and yes someone needs to feed the dog might as well be me.

I miss you.

A lot.