part 11 of the China Pearl Inn

[DarkWarrioress]

We always miss you Cait when you're not here, your shapely legs dangling from the rafters, and I am sure Guff misses you seated on his lap, and we all miss your sweet temping and teasing kisses on the cheek.

Awwww... you're so sweet to say so, CG.

 

[cgraven]

Well we do miss you Cait!

 

[cgraven]

As Christmas draws near, I find myself drifting back to Christmas past, family and traditions. Pleasant and warm memories.

 

[cgraven]

As I said, my mind drifts back to Christmas’s past. Yet I also find that my mind drifts back to times of simpler pleasures. Not a longing for the past but pleasures from my own past that caused me pleasure. The way leaves shower down on a fall day, a colorful fleury, floating, and dancing on the breeze. The scent of wood smoke on a crisp winter day. The crunch of snow underfoot. The smell of fresh brewed coffee when you come in from the cold, the smell of fresh baked bread.

Christmas for me is a time of reflection.

 

[cgraven]

Seasons greeting to all who frequent the Inn.

 

[ERedBoyd]

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all.

 

[cgraven]

Joyeux Noël, Merry Christmas, to all, and holiday cheer to all.

 

[DarkWarrioress]

Merry Christmas. Happy Holidays, Everyone!

 

[cgraven]

Thank you Cait.

 

[JackHemingway]

Makes sure all the Christmas lights are on for everyone to enjoy, then checks the trains and gets them running before settling by the fireplace with a large mug of hot chocolate and enjoying a moment of magic.

 

[cgraven]

Ah that it tis Jack a moment of Magic.

 

[cgraven]

The Holidays over the initial reaction is to put away the decorations and yet I am loathed to part with them not willing to let go of the feelings of the holidays.

Happy New Years to all and may you find your heart's desire in 2026!

 

[cgraven]

I busy myself leaning up the Inn. Reluctantly it is time to put away the holiday decorations. The day is gray, overcast, and things slow down to a winter pace.

Time to put another log on the fire, pour a fine Irish, and puff on a pipe.

 

[katalynn]

Peeks in, looks around to see if anyone is here. Creeps towards the bar and makes a drink she hasn't had in a very long time... Rum with frozen fruit!!

If anyone is around, I hope you all had an awesome holiday and an even better new years.

 

[cgraven]

Evening Kat. I pour a stiff Jamesons.

Had a good Holiday season. I hope yours was fun to Kat.

 

[katalynn]

It was an ok holiday. Pretty much just another day really. Haven't celebrated the holidays in a long time. Glad to hear yours was good!

 

[cgraven]

I still celebrate Kat. It reminds me when I was younger and carefree. The old traditions bring a smile to my Face.

 

[cgraven]

So Kat what are you up to know that the holidays are in our rear merrow?

 

[katalynn]

Not much, self sabotaging like always. Hubby is on the mend, had a couple hospital moments. Same ol same ol... How about you?

 

[cgraven]

Not much has changed Kat still fighting with the doctors as they still haven't come up with a treatment for me in the last four year. But what can you do,......... just take it a day at a time Kat.

 

[cgraven]

The day was more like spring than winter with temperatures in the lower 50F range. I fear I miss my mountains and snows from back in New Hampshire and Quebec.

I pour myself a healthy Irish and retreat back to my old leather chair by the hearth and enjoy a pipe, a drink, and the warmth of the fire.

 

[cgraven]

The Inn seems to be lonely these days. I busy myself taking care of some long overdue chores.

Good day to any who may be about and to those that hide in the shadows.

 

[DarkWarrioress]

She pops in quietly, pours herself a cup of hot coffee, because 1. she needs it. 2. It's damn cold out and snowy.

"Morning, CG," she kisses his cheek, "how are you doing? Things are crazy around here. ICE is still in town and that worries me. My bathtub is in the process of being torn out and replaced as I write this. Other than that, I'm doing peachy fine. Still unpacking though. Almost done. Finally."

 

[cgraven]

I am glad you and himself are safe!

It seems like unpacking never seems to end as we try ang make sure things are in just the right place. Or you scratch your head wondering were did that come from.