Time to Get Some Fish

The wonderful thing about being at Java Lake is that you can do so many different things and all in one day. After Matt had gotten some swimming in, he decided he wanted to join Dave and our friend, Larry, on a fishing excursion. The boys rowed over to lily pads with the hope of finding something looking to bite but it was to no avail..... the fish just weren't biting. Good thing we weren't depending on their "catch" as being our dinner. Matt did love his time out on the boat. Maybe next time the will have better results. Maybe!!!

Enjoying Nature

I'll be the first to admit I like the conveniences of living in a populated area. A short distance from home, I can partake of several different coffee options - something vital for an avid coffee drinker. But there is something to be said for being in the middle of nowhere inhabited by few. This past weekend we spent time at Dave's parents home in Western NY. The one afternoon we spent at their family cottage on Java Lake. While walking back from the beach, I started to take random pictures of different scenes before me. I don't know what it is about a row of mailboxes that makes you think of a less crazed life, one filled with peace and calm. Then there was the road leading to the cottage itself. Encircled in green foliage it was like it was inviting you to a whole new world. Although I am happy to be back where I can get it the car and in 2 to 10 minutes I can be drinking coffee or shopping, there is something to be said for the quiet and peace of nature.