just what I needed . . .

I have to spend at least one day wandering around Old Town just seeing what I can see.  It is my favorite kind of Christmas shopping . . . no hurrying, no lines, not really sure what I am going to find.  It was a rainy, blustery afternoon . . . perfect for putting me in the Christmas spirit.  I found a couple of gifts, enjoyed a hot cup of coffee and bought myself a fun new beanie.  Richard and I met up for dinner when I was finished.  Just what a needed a few days before Christmas.  

love matters . . .

Today we wandered and shopped . . . and ate and laughed and kissed and wandered some more . . . and napped and watched the sunset.  

Message for today . . . LOVE MATTERS!

Saturday in Petaluma . . .

 

There were some tennis courts just a few blocks from where we were staying, but they were not in very good shape.  So we found the high school instead.  We didn't hit long - but it felt good to run around after the drive on Friday.  Peace ~ Love ~ Tennis!

These are the two pieces I bought at Halloween and Vine.  This little spook is made out of an antique bottle.  It was made by Tina Haller

You can't see it - but the bottle hold a brass chain and arrow. 

I bought a doll from this artist last year as well.  It was made by

Christy Silacci.  I have liked her creations for years.  This is Andrew - an American Creature. 

We stopped into Ray's Tavern after the art show and tennis . . . great little delicatessen and tavern. 

So cute and simple . . . I may have to make some of these. 

There are so many cute shops and antique stores to visit in Petaluma.  I could have walked around all day just taking pictures.  :)

Richard spotted this peace sign on the curb . . .

PEACE!

We love this market and ended up eating lunch here.  They have an amazing deli and serve BBQ outdoors.  I believe I took a picture of this sign last year. 

Just a little bit of Saturday . . . we made a full day of it . . . more photos coming later.  We had such a great time - I just enjoy sharing everything.