Confession # 60
For one week I thought only on myself.
Having postponed my trip to Mendocino, I was so anxious to escape the heat and the contractors I packed my car as if I was running away from home. I tossed my clothes, luxuries, and Shaggy in the back seat and got the hell out of Dodge.
Four-hours later, Shaggy and I pulled into the MacCallum House.
After checking to make sure the towel rack in my room was not broken or replace in the last year, I set up house. (Inside joke, only those who know about the true birth of BrazenlyBad will understand)
I placed a chenille rug on the bathroom floor and decorated the counters with orchids and scented candles. I unpacked my books, set up my iPod and speakers, turned on my PowerBook and placed my cooler with my groceries (diet coke, fruit, bread, peanut butter and Mint Milano cookies) in the closet. I set up Shaggy’s crate and bowls by the back door, change my clothes and set out to explore the town.
Sunday… Everything closed so I took Shags for a walk along the mountain trail to watch the sunset, got some take out, took a long hot bath, watched Desperate Housewives and hit the hay. Good start to what promises to be a great week
Day Two
Slept until 10:30 AM. Unheard of in my house!
Threw on my running clothes and shoes, headed into town to get some breakfast and get in a run. I really did not run too far, once Shaggy discovered the mountain trail was covered with blackberries we had to stop to pick them. We then went down to the beach to play tag with the surf for a while. Back up on the trail we discovered the most amazing tide pools full of life and mystery. We headed back to our room, I took a shower and got dressed for the day and went back into town to do some shopping.
Mendocino is a very dog friendly town. The streets are full of visitors with four legs, Shaggy made several new friends today. He was also very happy to discover that he could actually go into the different shops in town, including the Chocolate Shoppe that had dog treats made of carob behind the counter just for him and his kin.
Today I bought shoes, wine and two new books.
Overall Rating: Excellent Day
Day Three
Started out just like day two, only with one difference. Today Shaggy met a new friend who was leashed to a very cute and charming man who was also picking blackberries instead of running.
The weather is cold and foggy with the sun fighting to break through the strolling clouds. In a word "perfect." Great weather to sit on a giant bench and chat with new friends.
Day Four
Last night I had the most amazing meal, the most perfect bottle of wine, great company and the best night sleep.
This morning I have decided it is time to relax so I booked a day at the spa!
Day Five
Shaggy and I decided to hike out to the Light House at Point Cabrillo early this morning, but turned back when I saw the mountain lion warning, so damn, Shaggy and I just had to settle for the beach today.
We met our new friends, for lunch and headed out to 10-mile beach up in Fort Bragg, (there is not actually a fort there. Hmmm…) It was amazing. The fog was so thick you could only see about 50 yards in front of you at a time.
Very surreal and romantic. Catherine and Heathcliff would have picked this beach if they did not have their moors to run through.
Day Six
After breakfast and my run I went shopping—AGAIN—but with purpose.
I bought the most amazing painting! It is of a wide-eyed, wild haired woman drawn in gold on a wine colored background. Flowers surround the woman’s face and a hummingbird is whispering in her ear to trust in divine wisdom… Something I need to be reminded of from time to time.
Long nap in the afternoon…
Dinner, wine and moonlight walk along the cliffs to watch the sunset somewhere out there in the fog. A kiss goodnight and good-bye.
Early to bed because I am leaving first thing in the morning.
I am sad… But not as sad as Shaggy will be when he discovers we are going home and do not live here.
Having postponed my trip to Mendocino, I was so anxious to escape the heat and the contractors I packed my car as if I was running away from home. I tossed my clothes, luxuries, and Shaggy in the back seat and got the hell out of Dodge.
Four-hours later, Shaggy and I pulled into the MacCallum House.
After checking to make sure the towel rack in my room was not broken or replace in the last year, I set up house. (Inside joke, only those who know about the true birth of BrazenlyBad will understand)
I placed a chenille rug on the bathroom floor and decorated the counters with orchids and scented candles. I unpacked my books, set up my iPod and speakers, turned on my PowerBook and placed my cooler with my groceries (diet coke, fruit, bread, peanut butter and Mint Milano cookies) in the closet. I set up Shaggy’s crate and bowls by the back door, change my clothes and set out to explore the town.
Sunday… Everything closed so I took Shags for a walk along the mountain trail to watch the sunset, got some take out, took a long hot bath, watched Desperate Housewives and hit the hay. Good start to what promises to be a great week
Day Two
Slept until 10:30 AM. Unheard of in my house!
Threw on my running clothes and shoes, headed into town to get some breakfast and get in a run. I really did not run too far, once Shaggy discovered the mountain trail was covered with blackberries we had to stop to pick them. We then went down to the beach to play tag with the surf for a while. Back up on the trail we discovered the most amazing tide pools full of life and mystery. We headed back to our room, I took a shower and got dressed for the day and went back into town to do some shopping.
Mendocino is a very dog friendly town. The streets are full of visitors with four legs, Shaggy made several new friends today. He was also very happy to discover that he could actually go into the different shops in town, including the Chocolate Shoppe that had dog treats made of carob behind the counter just for him and his kin.
Today I bought shoes, wine and two new books.
Overall Rating: Excellent Day
Day Three
Started out just like day two, only with one difference. Today Shaggy met a new friend who was leashed to a very cute and charming man who was also picking blackberries instead of running.
The weather is cold and foggy with the sun fighting to break through the strolling clouds. In a word "perfect." Great weather to sit on a giant bench and chat with new friends.
Day Four
Last night I had the most amazing meal, the most perfect bottle of wine, great company and the best night sleep.
This morning I have decided it is time to relax so I booked a day at the spa!
Day Five
Shaggy and I decided to hike out to the Light House at Point Cabrillo early this morning, but turned back when I saw the mountain lion warning, so damn, Shaggy and I just had to settle for the beach today.
We met our new friends, for lunch and headed out to 10-mile beach up in Fort Bragg, (there is not actually a fort there. Hmmm…) It was amazing. The fog was so thick you could only see about 50 yards in front of you at a time.
Very surreal and romantic. Catherine and Heathcliff would have picked this beach if they did not have their moors to run through.
Day Six
After breakfast and my run I went shopping—AGAIN—but with purpose.
I bought the most amazing painting! It is of a wide-eyed, wild haired woman drawn in gold on a wine colored background. Flowers surround the woman’s face and a hummingbird is whispering in her ear to trust in divine wisdom… Something I need to be reminded of from time to time.
Long nap in the afternoon…
Dinner, wine and moonlight walk along the cliffs to watch the sunset somewhere out there in the fog. A kiss goodnight and good-bye.
Early to bed because I am leaving first thing in the morning.
I am sad… But not as sad as Shaggy will be when he discovers we are going home and do not live here.
posted by BrazenlyBad at 1:30 AM
1 Comments:
Sounds like an amazing outing! I could really take some hints from you. I am going upstairs immediately to clean my bathroom, break out some candles, and turn on some music. Funny how in day to day life, we sometimes forget how to treat ourselves right :)
Congrats on a new pair of shoes and I can't wait for the next adventure!!
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