If you've never had the opportunity to visit Plymouth, Massachusetts - it's a neat "little" town to put on your list. I always hesitate to say little because Plymouth is actually the largest city in Massachusetts, distance-wise. There is a lot of history, beautiful beaches, delicious lobster; the downtown area is chock full of new independent and unique eateries. Home building in this area is off the wall! Everywhere you look, new residential buildings are being constructed on the most obscure lots and the prices are off the charts. In 1980, the population of Plymouth was about 35,000; in 2021 it has almost doubled at 65,000. It's just not the same Plymouth when I moved to the area in 1979. But then, what is.
The weather since we arrived on Sunday at Pinewood Lodge has run from sunny and hot, to cool and rainy. At first glance, the campsite we were assigned (D11) seemed strange. As we settled in, we realized it was quite spacious for all the equipment we wanted to set up, including our new tent.
This particular camping trip has definitely been a visiting trip. We met up with friends and family everyday this week. It was so great to catch up with everyone! Monday I met Linda G. at Panera; she had just retired and we had some good girl talk, Tuesday we met up with Sherri and Ed at the Roll Street Tavern; unique menu, pleasant atmosphere - enjoyed the food and of course the company. Wednesday, Myra hung out with us at Pinewood Lodge; we had lunch, walked the trails and sat in a couple of comfy Adirondack chairs overlooking the lake and chatted about life. Thursday we went to dinner with Liz and Nick at the Red Tea Room in Carver - Liz seems to age backwards; she barely looks old enough to be Nick's mom! Last but not least, on Friday we finally got together with Donna and Jeff at the Oysterman in Duxbury. The weather was perfect that night and it was good to hear how well they are doing. This was actually more eating out than we've done all year combined!
During the week, Minnie also had her vet appointment, Charlie got a haircut at Nanci's, we did a little shopping at Savers and Walmart - and poof - the week was over!
It is now August 5th and less than two months before we leave for Texas! Still hoping to get a couple more local camping trips in. We hope to meet up with Ellen and Yori in CT the latter part of this month.
Both Deena and Wally's birthdays will be celebrated on August 14th (their birthdates are 8 days apart). A fun cookout party has been planned at the house. I have been asked to do face painting!
And speaking of the house, it is actually in the final stages! It is looking fantastic!
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