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Liz, you and DH looked absolutely stunning at what looks like a very elegant wedding. What a wonderful time!

So sorry SIL got that sick. And that damn Covid, always lurking around, ruining things. I'm surprised there was not more English speaking staff at the hospital. Most doctors I've met abroad socially speak some English, because they needed to to study medicine. Maybe Spanish is so ubiquitous, that's not necessary. I hope you are Covid free.

Yesterday I tried to make plans for my Scotland trip. The trip from Glasgow to Iona is complicated. We take a train to the coast, then a ferry to Mull. Then we need to cross Mull, and take another ferry to Iona. When we get off at Mull, there are only 2 busses available to take us to the next ferryport, at 1pm and 8:30 pm. I think we are going to have to hire a driver. I don't know why I am resisting this idea because my aunt will gladly pay for it, but it's not in my DNA to travel this way if their is a public transportation option. :) Now that I've written it out, it seems silly. I will figure out the connections between the train and and the first ferry and let the driving service know when we will arrive on Mull.

Yesterday was hot and sunny, and so is today. There's a breeze today though, that makes it more comfortable. Yesterday I really wanted to eat on the deck. I made charcuterie for DH, BFF and me. They humored me, but it was pretty hot, even in the shade.

I'm dressed and ready to go workout. I'll finish reading the paper and be on my way. Possible trip to one of the lakes/beaches in Minneapolis this afternoon.

We are waiting for our train to Barcelona right now. Crazy train station!

So yesterday was an experience. SIL ended up being admitted to the local hospital with a lung infection, covid, and a resulting low oxygen level. So neither she nor my other SIL who took her to the ER made it to the wedding. Nor did the groom's 2 aunts and niece as they missed several plane connections and ended up stuck in Monaco.

And what a wedding it was! Beautiful old building on beautiful grounds! Everything was outside except for the dancing which commenced at midnight. The officiant was a pastor who knew the bride since was a young child and came out of retirement just for this wedding. The ceremony was in both Spanish and English. Readings were read both ways. The bride said her vows in Spanish and the groom said his in English. A beautiful, touching ceremony. Everyone looked wonderful, the grounds were gorgeous, and the sunset over the hills was beautiful. The food! The drinks! The dancing! A few Americans left around midnight via Uber. 5 of us took the 2 am bus and the rest took the 4 am. These Spaniards really know how to party!

I saw SIL in the hospital this morning and showed her videos and pictures. She looked a little grey but sounded strong. She is on antibiotics and Paxlovid. Needless to say we are relatively certain the other SIL's cold was Covid though she wasn't going to bother to test. DSD and I are a bit under the weather today with a little congestion so we probably have it. Arghhh...

Onto Barcelona shortly and I will send DH to a pharmacy for a test.

That's it for now! Have a fine Friday and inspiring Independence Day!

Something that thrives on neglect would be right in my wheelhouse!

When we were in our 20's anyone in our current age group seemed so old! We would have figured all the fun was in their past lives.

Another meet up! Diane and Peps this weekend and you and Peps! I'm a little jealous;)

Beautiful! I wish I had more sun in my yard, I'd give it a try!