MAY THE BEST MAN WIN!

With the election less than 11 days away, Dave and I marked our ballots and now they are off across the big blue ocean. My friend Amy P. told me she has been inundated will political calls. That's one thing I don't miss here.
Our prayers are that the candidate who is chosen for president will be able to guide our country through this financial crisis. Knowing at the same time this can only be done with a reliance on God. He is the only one who can turn this around, so keep praying!

My ex-pat friend, Heidi and I went to a saladiere on Thursday for lunch.When calling she said, " Let's not do the three hour French lunch because I have errands to run." I laughed and said " "Can that be done in France?" Yes, those are the heads on the shrimp which I opted not to eat as it is a custom here. Dessert? I just haven't had the will power to pass on their wonderful desserts.

The flowers have literally changed over night. One day you see summer flowers and the next day the colorful mums and ornamental cabbages. I guess I won't be going into flower withdrawal after all. As I moved around to get the best angle, my shadow just wanted to get into the action so........

What a great way to start the day with this view off our fourth floor balcony! The sky was a not a sailor's delight this morning but I was sure enjoying the colors.

We are headed to the southern part of France in the Provence area along the Mediterranean sea to see wildlife, flamingos, wild horses and the sea. You can catch up on our lives again in about 10 days. My mom said someone told her "They seem to be on vacation a lot." In reality we have only used 7 vacation days so far. It just seems like we are traveling all the time but many of our activities are on the weekends taking advantage of this blessing from God.

Psalm 51:12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and sustain in me a willing spirit.