Happy Fourth!

Howdy! Ah!... I just found a happy little Wi-Fi connection! That last post was a little something I felt compelled to write on the journey from Lebanon to the coast – a little nostalgia on a summer's day. Hope you enjoyed. Now I'm in Yachats braving some drizzle as I meander to the La De Da Parade route. This fun, eccentric little parade is a Fourth of July tradition in this quaint coastal town.

I was here in Yachats last evening in an attempt to catch my favorite singer/guitar guy, Richard Sharpless. Although I stopped into his usual location, the wonderful Drift Inn (and heard a really good singer/piano/accordian guy), I found Richard at a little wine and cheese bar just down the street. I was wondering where I was as I wandered between venues to catch all sorts of music. Not only did we have Richard and the guy at the Drift Inn, but I stumbled upon big band night at the Yachats Commons. This lovely little rag-tag band really got to cooking at times and it was a joy to see the hall full of folks out for a good time. There were older couples dancing to their tunes and little kids dancing with parents. It was such a lovely scene to happen upon.

Before I made my way back to town today, I actually got my booty out of bed rather early and headed south to the amazing tidepools at Cape Perpetua. There was an incredibly low "minus" tide at around 8am and it has been a desire of mine to do a little exploring. So many anemones and mussels and starfish! I'm glad I made the effort. And now, I'm on my third cup of coffee and set for a slightly drippy day of red, white, and blue activities. Peace and love, y'all!