old friends & new ventures . .

last week was an oh so busy week

full of the most precious surprises

after 12 years, an emotionally wonderful visit

from a long lost, dear to my heart friend

lots of teary eyed catching up

discovering old memories we shared

forgotten similar tastes, & new passions . . .

for deliciously, stuffed to the ceiling old bookshops

for quiet evening strolls along the gold tinted shore

finding unexpected carefully hidden lapwings treasure

. . . later, sad goodbyes & heart felt promises to keep in touch

then, daughters lovingly packed anniversary celebrating picnic

shared by clear water lochs, with our nearest & dearest

and a new venture begun . . .

with my very own oh so talented mom (see here!)

a family open studio, 3 generations "the red-den"

for "redden" is our family name

opening date (hopefully) the beginning of july!!!

the countdown begins

i think i may be rather distracted for a wee whileX X X

thank you so for all those wonderful anniversary congrats

i have missed visiting all my most favourite blog places!!