I love the summer so much that I start getting a wee bit depressed toward the end of July because I know it will be over all too soon.
Here are some of my favorite memories from the past month.
The water was as clear as I’ve ever seen it at Seagrove Beach on 30-A. I spent 10 days there in July at my father-in-law’s condo — a few days with girlfriends, a few days with husband and son, and a few days with my sister-in-law.
I went on my first deep sea fishing trip! We went right off the beach in Grayton and stayed out for around four hours. It was super convenient and didn’t take a whole day — perfect for me.
Aren’t these snapper beautiful? We caught 11 fish total — six by me (with a lot of help from the first mate).
We took some of our snapper straight to Shorty’s and left it for them to cook for us that evening. Our friends who live in Seagrove, Payson and Steve, and their son Shawn joined us for dinner. For $12.50 per person, the chef at Shorty’s prepared the snapper three ways — fried, blackened, and grilled and served it with French fries, slaw, and hush puppies. Delicious! Try this if you’re deep sea fishing in the area.
A great picture of Lawrence at the restaurant Whiskey Bravo at the beach. Yes, he is cool, casual and coastal!
Such a great book! I’m looking forward to discussing it with my book club this Tuesday night.
My 93-year-old mother fell and broke her wrist. While this does not give me joy, I am happy that it wasn’t worse and thankful that she is being such a trooper during the healing process.
We have six crepe myrtles at our house. This one in particular has given me joy in July along with all the beautiful ones I see every day as I ride through town.
Lawrence went to Wahington in July to visit Holly. I think I enjoy my kids’ travels more than my own. Something about living vicariously. And being happy that my kids are happy.
We enjoyed a weekend with the extended family at Red Top Mountain State Park. It’s a great way to have a lake getaway without owning a lake house 😊
Cruising Lake Allatoona on Papa’s pontoon boat. It was a beautiful weekend.
An osprey worked mighty hard to build this huge nest at the top of the bridge going over the lake!
A cool shot of the bridge with the osprey nest. You’ll see the bird and the nest if you look closely.
The 2015 UGA Media Guide arrived in July! The only thing that makes it okay that summer is ending is the fact that football season is about to start. If you’re in Athens for a game this season, come tailgate with us! We will be right across from the AXO house. I’m serious about the invitation. Go Dawgs!
Enjoy your last few days of July!
Sending summer love from The Happy Empty Nester
The Happy Empty Nester 