Relative Something

I understand if you find this hard to believe, because I can hardly believe it myself. This summer, Cyndie and I will be making our second trip to Portugal, returning to visit the Rowcliffe’s Forest Garden Estate. In the time that has passed since we were there last fall, the spring garden has received many new plantings. They have added a reflecting pool. Ian has given a home to a new kitten. And Doll has given birth to a foal they named Gretel.

I vividly recall the guttural emotion of Cyndie’s response when she first laid eyes on images of new born Gretel that Ian had posted for us to see. I think that was the first spark that initiated our plotting to get back to Portugal sooner, rather than later. Now, with the first phase of Cyndie’s Epona horse training under her belt, she is wildly inspired to return and be in proximity of the Rowcliffe’s herd of horses.

The only unknown left seemed to be my ability to get time off from work. Early this week, I was officially granted the time. I called Cyndie immediately to let her know, and she immediately purchased the plane tickets. Our dream is again becoming real.

There is such joy in just knowing we are going to go. Imagine how much fun it will be when we finally do.