Unsent Postcard
Dear Readers,
Please consider this to be a belated postcard from Cape Cod, one of the most charming vacation spots in this country and my “old home” place.
As I stated in my previous post, it was my intention to have a long, true time off from work and a real vacation. Well, it was a long time all right, but not as restful and free of stress as I desired.
Sometimes life presents us with challenging situations and even dramas that throw us off balance. I found myself in such a spot lately because of a difficult family conflict relating to my motherhood. Having a painful time with it, I needed a lot of solitude and was not very communicative or sociable for a couple of months. I am sure that I disappointed some of my readers by not responding to their comments before and during my “vacation”. The same goes for not returning my friends’ calls or answering their e-mails. I apologize and will try to correct that.
The great benefit of being on the Cape was having the ocean nearby. I loved my numerous visits with it — the soothing sound and touch of waves, and the ever changing texture of the beach.
Summer afternoons on my favorite Silver Beach were always crowded with people, young and old, but mostly families with kids. I even took pictures of two boys that closely resembled my sons when they were in that happy, care free stage years ago.
Like my Taurus; Like my Leo
After a few afternoon visits to the beach, I decided that they were not good for my psyche—they were too nostalgic! So instead, I decided to make my visits to Silver Beach in the very late afternoons, until the sunset. It really was a great idea! I loved that time when almost no one was there—except me and my shadow.
Ocean and the beach to my right
Ocean and the beach to my left
Ocean in front of me
Beach around me
Sunsets do not need any comments or captions!
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Farewell to Cape Cod and hello sunny Tucson!
P.S. To see more Cape scenery, please visit my previous posts: |
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Alicja Mann Waves 
September 28, 2012 at 3:34 PM
Beautiful photos…safe journey home. Vince
September 28, 2012 at 4:02 PM
Many thanks Vince!
I owe you a long phone conversation about Padarewski.
It is very kind of you to be so patient. Thanks again.
From Tucson with love – Alicja
September 28, 2012 at 6:35 PM
Alicja, we miss you! Enjoy your Toucson!
September 30, 2012 at 12:10 PM
I miss you and the entire “clan” of yours too!
Many thanks, Pam, for your gift of the terrific book by Ann Buckley – what a treasure!
I am very sad to hear about the death of Dick Backus. I know how upsetting this reality must be for you. What a great loss for all of us who knew him – farewell Richard H. Backus, you will be warmly remembered.
Love
Alicja
September 29, 2012 at 4:46 PM
Welcome back. It is certainly understandable how leaving such a place like Cape Cod could be difficult.
October 1, 2012 at 3:59 PM
Hello Jared,
It is so good to hear from you! Many thanks for your welcoming note – actually, I am truly glad to be back in Tucson.
How are you? Are you performing lately in any of our local theaters? I would love to be updated.
In any case, please keep in touch.
Alicja
September 30, 2012 at 3:57 PM
I can’t imagine anything more beautiful than the ocean, but unfortunately, beauty doesn’t preclude melancholy. As much as it is possible for the environment to affect one’s spirits, may your spirits feel sunnier, here in our oh-so-sunny Old Pueblo, Alicja!
Looking forward to seeing you soon. 🙂
October 4, 2012 at 3:53 PM
Oh yes – melancholy! Thank you, Marina, for your understanding and your sparkling, sunny wishes.
See you soon!
Alicja
October 8, 2012 at 2:02 PM
Hey – Once again…great blog. Back from ten days on the road at exhibits so I’m a little behind on correspondence today. Check your e-mail. I had my secretary send you info re: our 2012/2013 book exhibit schedule as well as info re: the upcoming Association for Slavic East European, and Eurasian Studies conference. Any titles you have re:Poland would be of interest to this very motivated group of proven book buyers. Call if you have any questions about that exhibit in particular or the overall show schedule in general.
Mark Trocchi Association Book Exhibit 9423 Old Mt. Vernon Rd. Alexandria,VA 22309 703-619-5030
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October 10, 2012 at 2:17 PM
Hello Mark,
It is nice to know that you read often and enjoy my blog – thank you! Also, many thanks for your information concerning the upcoming conferences and exhibits. I responded today by my e-mail and will talk to you soon.
With my best wishes,
Alicja