The crisp cool morning air was already becoming warmed by the sun as my daughter, Donna, and I made our way for a mini outing to Stillwater. We wandered along noticing many antique and artistic shops along the street, and finally found our way to Lost Treasures, which captured our attention for an hour, with it's many unusual and creative offerings. There was beautiful pottery, paintings, clothes and many decorative and artistic finds for us to choose from. We both found treasures to purchase and treat ourselves. The doors were open on both ends allowing the fresh late summer breezes to blow in off the river and invited us to come again soon.
By then, our appetites were whet and , at the suggestion of the shop's owner, we tripped our way to the upper level of the Grand Garage to settle into a nice booth at The Kitchen, where Peter, our friendly waiter, served us. The food was artistically prepared and was as delicious as it looked. I enjoyed a Greek salad and Donna had an unusual salad with beans, lettuce, tuna slices, olives and capers. French bread sliced thinly added to our food fare and we we deliciously satisfied. Some guests were seated at an outdoor dining area where colorful umbrellas shaded them and added to the cozy atmosphere.
Our last stop was to visit Scentchips, a neat little shop, where we were were immersed into the fragrances of many small pastel colored chips made mainly with soy wax and fragrances. We both purchased some to give away as gifts to loved ones. My favored fragrance was plumereria, as it reminded me of Hawaii, where the blossoms drooped from the trees everywhere, scenting the air with sweet aromas.
The ambience of Stillwater and some of the very lovely old buildings seems, to me, to be a bit European. It made me think how nice it would be to wander the streets and walkways along the active river's edge in the evening, after the sun had settled in the west cooling the day down. It seems that at sundown, the world settles into a quiet time mood, a time of reflection and peace.
Short get aways, such as our trip to Stillwater, add pages to our memory logs to be treasured in years to come. The simple joys of discovering together fun places to visit and explore strengthen the golden thread of friendship and love that unite us, one with the other.
Live today well with the intent to discover and share with your loved ones. Celebrate our gift of life.
