“Never be afraid
to sit awhile
and think.”
Lorraine Hansbury

I’m not sure if I did much thinking yesterday, but I certainly enjoyed sitting for awhile. We’ve had a busy week exploring the areas in and around Rhode Island. The activities of the Fourth of July here in Bristol were both entertaining and exhausting. It’s not so much what we did that wore me out. I attribute my fatigue to the humidity. Being a lifelong Californian, I have little experience coping with humidity. So yesterday seemed to be an ideal opportunity to just sit, visit with friends, eat a bit, sleep a bit, and then enjoy a delightful dinner on the patio of a seaside restaurant, an ideal venue for watching yet another incredible Rhode Island sunset.

I woke up this morning feeling significantly more refreshed and ready to explore Bristol. This town, from what I have seen so far, is quite walkable. The paths along the shoreline offer breathtaking views of Bristol harbor. A walk along Hope Street invites visitors to check out some of the shops along the way. I’m hoping to take a good number of photos of the various buildings in the area. The architecture is unmatched on the West Coast.

Kathy and I have been staying in a guest cottage behind the home of my high school classmate, Steve, and his wife, Karen. Another couple, from Baltimore, are staying in a guest room in the main house, as is Steve’s daughter, Olivia. The seven of us have thoroughly enjoyed our time together. Sadly, the two Baltimore visitors are leaving this morning to return to their home. I am always grateful to meet genuinely good people.

We’ll be heading out soon for a drive down to Newport for another look around there with Steve, Karen, and Olivia. It’s another beautiful New England summer day.