Relative Something

With due homage for the balance of all things, spending time with my wife’s family provides many blessings and a fair number of stressors. It is, as in all things, a balancing act. While it was just Cyndie and me down with her parents, there was a pretty even balance. Now with another brother and his spouse joining the mix, I can detect the shift in balance away from my ways of thinking and doing. I am definitely an in-law.

Meanwhile, vacation luxuries of immersing myself in indulgences continues. We are lounging, playing cards, eating too much, shopping, reading, writing, and enjoying beautiful warm sunny weather. Dinner out last night at the Bay House restaurant was superb. Every aspect, from spectacular setting, beautiful building and appurtenances, to the spectacular service and excellent food, made celebrating Cyndie’s brother’s birthday a wonderful event.

On schedule for today, a visit to the beach. May the sunscreen continue to protect. Yesterday, I was able to avoid the greasy stuff, but I put myself at risk during a shopping expedition to a large collection of stores that are located out in the beautiful sunshine. I needed to strategically seek shade between strolling in the exposed areas. I picked up enough color to appear as though I have been in the sun, but not enough to be classified as burned. Brought home several new shirts, too.

Another successful day in paradise. To those of you still toiling away at your jobs, keep up the good work. I’ll be back to pull my own weight again in a few days.