Though many in the USA dream of taking time off from work,I have made a habit of it. I am now in Cape Cod, after almost a week in Atlanta (work), 3 days in NYC (play), 4 days in Utica (play), and now 4 days play in the lower Cape before 4 days of work up Cape. Since leaving the Bay Area on August 22nd and now as I see the few remaining days of time away from work-- summer has been the focal point.
Atlanta was hot, it left me feeling/smelling all is fried, the scent overpowered my senses. Though a few hardy meals, the last 3 days there I ate almost exclusively a salad or a variation of no fried food and certainly no more meat diet.
NYC for a long weekend, never disappoints. High Line park, Manhattan's newest attraction; reconnecting with one of two remaining friends still in the big apple. Familiarizing myself with the revised Hells Kitchen and being on the subway reminds one of what "teeming masses" can be like --so long as they are employed and have good hygiene.
Utica, Central NY was full of surprises. It is a town with city aspirations. Greenery everywhere. Visiting with Laticia, David and Wuscius (neurotic dog) was joy filled. Hikes in the Adirondacks, Laticia's vegan cooking, and a place never visited was full of treats. Country vs urban life are ones of the dichotomy(ies) plaguing us American urbanites.
Cape Cod, reminds me what summer can be like, among the working upper middle class. Walks, strolls in moon lit evenings, summer breezes, and autumn chill have been the constant. 3 hour ferry ride, allows for one to decompress and initiates one for land's end living. Red Inn is the big surprise, lunch of a simple BLT became an unexpected olfactory extravaganza. Window seating by the shore, lapping waves, a dry glass of white wine -- purrfect. Lucky me to have the opportunity to walk safely in a town, mix with New Englanders, day trippers, and the curious.
Tomorrow at some point, a walk to the beach (approx. 3 miles one way), a little sun, a nice lunch is the plan.
Meanwhile, I did do some work today. Prepared for a workshop to be given on the 11th.
If I could continue with the reality of balance between work and time away, I will.
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