Spring into the Bounty of Summer Mixed with Woes

Although generally I've been posting here about our experiences abroad, this time I was compelled to write about our home turf. It was my great pleasure to visit Boston and Cape Cod this past May just as Spring had (mostly) thawed and Summer was coming on.

My daughter and I met at Fenway Park for a Red Sox game against the Indians over Memorial Day Weekend.  Unfortunately the last of Spring weather hung on with a chilly mist that sank through right down to our bones. Finally, teeth-chattering we left in the 8th inning only to find out that the Red Sox had managed to pull out a win in the 9th and final inning. Ah well, it was really about some time together which is pretty rare for us these days.

Tiny Fish

 Otherwise, I enjoyed plenty of sunshine and warmth with friends at Baker's Pond where the water is stunningly pure. See how crystal clear it is with this pic of tiny fish swimming close to shore?  It's an idyllic scene that I never grow tired of.  On top of that is the superb company provided by my hosts, Sue and John. Here's a few more images that tell the story...

Later on, John arrived and while he took care of business in Boston I spent some time "playing" with a new camera in Copley Square (lots more photos here). Here I enjoyed the fresh food market stalls that go up every weekend during the summer although it was tempered by the touching but colorful memorial to the Boston Marathon Bombing that occurred back in April. It was a true reminder of the strength of Boston (as they so imminently conveyed in their search for the bombers and in the aftermath of the support for the victims). And being an ex-pat in Singapore at the moment, I also couldn't help but notice the various tokens from many other countries who had been there to participate or observe but probably like most, had not anticipated such a terrible action at such a re-known international venue.

Boston Marathon Bombing Memorial

Copley Square Farmer's Market

Before leaving the area, John and I celebrated our 30th Wedding Anniversary (other pics here)! It was a bit early of the actual date but doing it this way meant we could share the event with at least some of our good friends in the area. Together with Sue, John, Andy and Mary we enjoyed a scrumptious meal at The Red Pheasant Inn.

The Happy Couple

All in all, a fruitful visit to the place I am rooted to and claim as home (at least part of the time).