It was so generous of my friend to offer her summer place for the weekend, I really needed a break. 

I arrived at the cottage mid-day Friday and decided to start my week end off right.  There was a barn dance that night and I am not an especially good at square dancing but with a beer in me I did not hesitate to accept the dance offer from a rather good looking guy.   I left it at one beer as I really did not want a hangover on Saturday but to enjoy the day. 

I got up at a descent hour and headed towards the river.  This area is often visited by painters and photographers.  I have seen many pictures of horizons but from here they are just breath taking.   After I gulped up these beautiful views I head towards the wooden bridge.  This is such an old bridge but it is so sturdy.  On the other side of the bridge there is a small village with wonderful arts and crafts shops. 

I saw the good looking young man at the café and felt an apology was in order after all I must have broken a toe or two since I stepped on his feet so much!   I felt like such a fool I decided to give him a rather shy smile instead. 

I continued enjoying the shops and one pottery shop really was spectacular.  They had these little handmade clay pots on display in such lovely bright colors and some with an iridescent shimmer.  I decided to buy two for my apartment.  When I start feeling stressed out I could look at these pots as a reminder that life is colorful and it is time to relax. 

As I started back towards the cabin I thought about the people here and how friendly and happy they are.  It is as though their calmness has a boomerang effect; it goes out and comes back. 

Sunday has come and it is time to pack my bag and head back to the city.  Before I leave I will stop by the river café for brunch and some more memories to take back with me.