Aaaaand we're back....

 Our whirlwind trip to Kentucky was great!

We spent 4 days driving, and 2 days there, but it was so much fun, and such a joy to be with loved ones on my big day.

Our Air BnB was really nice, and suited us perfectly.  Even though we could see the highway from the deck, it was almost dead silent at night.

We did manage to get into a distillery tour, and it was free, so that was a bonus! It was so interesting!!  I want to go back and do another tour some day.  Maybe one that goes into the still rooms, too! 

The bourbon history boat tour was also really cool, but it was cold and windy on the water, which made it a little bit physically uncomfortable.

During our stay, we also visited the capitol building, saw the grave of Daniel and Rebecca Boone, explored a civil war site that is all taken over by nature (so I got my time in the woods on my birthday), drank some local craft beer, and a very fine cocktail or two.

My birthday dinner was fresh (literally, direct from the farm) steaks, potatoes, salad, wine, and Mags got a gorgeous cake at a local bakery.

Brought home some bourbon, of course- one gifted, one purchased- and a few lovely gifts.

There were some terrifying moments on the highway, with semi trucks being driven erratically... it was much worse on this trip than it's ever been, and we quite nearly died on the first leg of the trip back.  I am not exaggerating, though people will think that I am.

I have a fine crop of cold sores this morning from the stressful travel.

Our hotels at either end were quiet, though, and we did get to rest at the half way point both ways.

Unloaded and unpacked last evening, put the laundry in, ordered door dash dinner, and sat in the hot tub for a good long time. 

I was surprised by the fact that I received exactly ZERO birthday cards in the mail this year.  

I mean, I know that most people wish happy birthday to their friends via text, or on Facebook, these days, but still.... I try to send cards (when I remember to, HAHA! I am not good at remembering...).  OH well....

Today, there will be menu planning and grocery shopping, and HOPEFULLY some yard work. 

I will not be spending the day at the office tomorrow, as I have my monthly oncology appointment, and I do not want to have to drive an hour to get there.

I'll just go and pick up / drop off work.

Happy May Day.... wishing you a tiny basket of violets hung on your door.