A Restful Day

by | Aug 6, 2012 | family, Relationships

I’ll refresh tired bodies; I’ll restore tired souls. (Jeremiah 31:25 MSG)

Today was a day of rest in sunny Marietta, GA. The weather was good to us — down to 81 degrees. After working out and having a lite breakfast, we spent the morning roaming around Marietta Square.

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Next we had lunch at the fabulous Shilling Cafe, and admired their stained glass windows. We found later that Shillings was a hardware store in the 1800s.

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Next, we toured the legendary Gone With the Wind museum, which is full of memorabilia.

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We found a mall. Now many people might not find it restful to go to a mall — but we know the secret. David got a haircut, and I got a pedi. Now that was restful!

After some miscellaneous shopping, we started looking for the Three Dollar Cafe.. Our FL neighbors said this was a must. The wings were fabulous, but no they were not $3 …. Maybe in the last millennium !! They were worth it , as well as the homemade kettle chips with warm blue cheese dip drizzled all over! I guess this means another trip to the gym!

Two of our three kids called today …. They no longer need advice, as they were trained to make their own choices; but sometimes Mom’s voice can be an encouragement when life throws curve balls. So honored to have them call, whether I am working or resting. Another life lesson — family is always first!

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We ‘ll turn in early tonight so we can get back on the trail tomorrow. Next stop — Helen, GA.