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Who knew all this would happen afterwards! Flat Creek in November, 2024. Much changed by the force of the hurricane floods in Sept. 2024. The deck of the bridge is now under that pile of debris.

Friday, August 26, 2022

Sitting on a bench by a lake

 Some days this is the best thing to do. I also took a few pics of us, and the ducks!

Since I'm still carless, my friend H. took me for a ride and an enjoyable sit by the lake.


An egret came to check out the ducks' favorite area. ducks kind of gave him right of way.

We liked this mixed breed female.

Then her mate came along and got her to come with him. This was at Charles D. Owen Park in Swannanoa NC.

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It seems I add something at the last minute a lot these days. Yesterday I accepted that my old car was now the property of the insurance company, and cleared out all my meager belongings in the impound lot. I also went to my savings bank and got a check made out to me, so I can easily put it towards the purchase of another car, once that insurance check arrives.

Today's quote:

"To be stupid, selfish, and have good health are three requirements for happiness, though if stupidity is lacking, all is lost." Gustave Flaubert

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23 comments:

  1. TomAugust 26, 2022 at 4:33 AM

    ...as I get older, I appreciate benches more!

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:34 PM

      Me too! But not for very long. This one left my feet dangling because it was so high from the ground. They were busy falling asleep before I staggered around when I got up!

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  2. gzAugust 26, 2022 at 5:15 AM

    Looks like a good bench to frequent

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:35 PM

      This is my friend's favorite lake...and she admits she used to live near it.

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  3. eileeninmdAugust 26, 2022 at 5:46 AM

    Hello,
    A bench with a view of the lake, ducks and egret would be a happy space for me. Love the photos. I hope all goes well with the new car search. Take care, have a happy weekend.

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:35 PM

      Thanks. It was a most enjoyable short respite from my real life.

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  4. jennyfrecklesAugust 26, 2022 at 7:03 AM

    Not much beats a bench with a friend by a lake - and ducks.

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:35 PM

      Yes, and I do hope to continue doing that regularly.

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  5. AnvilcloudAugust 26, 2022 at 7:05 AM

    It was nice of your friend to take you out.

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:36 PM

      I've been really fortunate that friends are helping me these days.

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  6. BoudAugust 26, 2022 at 9:26 AM

    That's a simple and lovely way to spend time. Ducks, egrets, water, company, no driving, great.

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:37 PM

      Oh but I miss the driving. When I get another car, you better believe I'll be doing little treks here and there just to enjoy the views.

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  7. NewRobin13August 26, 2022 at 9:55 AM

    What a lovely way to spend some time with a friend. Love the view there.

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  8. MargaretAugust 26, 2022 at 11:49 AM

    Sitting on a bench by a lake seems idyllic to me! You look content!

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  9. Vicki LaneAugust 26, 2022 at 12:41 PM

    Sitting by a lake and watching ducks s such a calming thing to do.

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  10. DavidAugust 26, 2022 at 1:49 PM

    Barbara, It's great that you have friends like that. I'm not too good at sitting and relaxing but I do pretty well with it if I've got ducks or other critters to watch. Good luck with your replacement auto search. The good news is that used car prices are starting to drop. Take Care, Big Daddy Dav

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    1. Barbara RogersAugust 26, 2022 at 8:38 PM

      She is indeed a special friend, as many of my friends are who are helping me out. I'm hoping that lower car prices will be available about the time that check arrives.

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  11. William KendallAugust 26, 2022 at 6:54 PM

    It looks like a good spot to spend time in.

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  12. LindaAugust 27, 2022 at 11:47 PM

    That looks like a lovely place to sit.

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