May 2, 2008 - I'm retired! My first day of "freedom" felt different then a holiday or weekend. I kissed Davyd goodbye on his way to school knowing there was so much more in our future. I read the paper knowing I could actually go to the events listed. Pete and I talked about what was on our minds in an unhurried pace. I subscribed to the New Yorker as now I will have time to read it. I ordered a mission oak file cabinet and can't wait to get my home life in order. Pete and I went out to breakfast at Alterra on the Lake and then walked through Lake Park among the Trout Lilies blooming in the ravines. We came across the restored North Point Lighthouse - exciting to know there are still new things to discover so close to home. Daffodils, Mayapples and Mertensias are in bloom in celebration of spring and I imagine for my new beginnings.
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Hello Nancy,
I started work yesterday and found your goodbye email amongst the hundreds that accumulated over the winter. I don't have a personal email address for you, so I thought this would be the easiest way to say hello. I'm so excited for you as you enter this new adventurous phase in your life and hope that you find fulfillment and beauty in every day (I know you will!).
Best wishes to you, Nancy. Let Tim and me know when you're in Ely - it would be wonderful to see you.
Regards,
Erin Heep
Thanks Erin. I would love to see you and Tim in Ely. One of the things I packed from my office is a lovely bird that Tim carved for me when I left the Superior. I had a wonderful day in the woods today...spring wildflowers..warblers!
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