We saw another coupla whales today...one that was chugging by early this morning and then a few that were blowing spume in the late afternoon, about an hour before sunset.

There was also a marlin sighting this morning--identified by the long, pointy nose and the distinctive way these fish sling themselves back into the water after lunging at a fish.  (Hope he got it!)  A long walk/run ensued and then chores related to owning a vacation rental.

We picked our friends, Tom and Renee', up from the airport in the midafternoon and have been enjoying snacks, dinner (Dan cooked spaghetti), wine, and good company ever since.

Interesting conversation today on the directions that life takes us and the choices we make to facilitate those directions.  How balance is a dynamic rather than a static state.  How the internet can be a tool for communication or a hide for hunters (or liars).  How to let go and when.

And then, after their long travel day, Tom and Renee' headed off to bed.  We'll follow soon enough--grateful for friends and a beautiful place in which to enjoy their company.

Tomorrow?  More whales, I hope.  And there will be golfing.

BTW, the Stephen King novel ended up being quite good.  His best is still, imho, Desperation.  But Duma Key bears reading.  Just make sure you bring a strong heart and an ability to face the truth that love is always shadowed by loss.  (And still, in the end, worth the price.)

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