Closing in on Christmas

Palm Beach Gardens Mall
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
December 18, 2024

 I had a busy morning yesterday. 

It started at the Ford dealer where our Mustang Mach-e windshield wiper motor was inspected for possible replacement under a recall. That took an hour, but no further repair was necessary. Yay.

Then it was off to Costco. Ugh. I wish drivers would consider the impact of their action or inaction on others. I sat for a full five minutes waiting for someone to clear the drive lane because they were worried they might miss a parking spot. The resulting traffic jam wound out onto the main thoroughfare. Once clear, I drove past them and easily found a spot about 50 steps further with no waiting. 

Morning Sky
Tequesta, FL
December 19, 2024

And then there was the mall! I ventured into the mall, but at 11:00 AM it was pretty devoid of shoppers. The decorations were lighted and inviting, but I had a specific task to accomplish and so I was there all of about 20 minutes.

We are closing in on Christmas. In less than a week it will be in the rearview and we will be pressing ahead to the New Year. Time is flying past.

This morning while waiting for Finn to complete his morning needs, I looked into a clear sky with my three favorite palms in the foreground. It just caught my eye and I am hoping that the peaceful scene translates into another great South Florida day as we continue finalizing Christmas plans.

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL