VACATION 2011

A friend and I traveled to the outer banks of North Carolina to visit friends in June. They have a beautiful home in Kitty Hawk. We have visited them several times, but this time…something new was added. Besides their two dogs, Jake and Buddy who are several years old, there were also two new kittens. Callie and Bo- Boo were sisters only a few weeks old. If you have ever had kittens you know how active they can be, and these were no exception.
We found out right away that they had never been in the bedrooms we were to occupy, and I began to see what would be our fate for the next two weeks. Boo-Boo took to me and sat on my bed as often as she could while biting my big toe. Callie took to my friend, and spent much of her time with him, but the kittens explored every inch of both rooms many times.
While unpacking, I had both of them with me. Boo-Boo was watching every move and was in my suitcases as much as I was. As I started to open the blinds to let in more light I noticed Callie walking along the curtain rod near a very high ceiling. I had forgotten how agile kittens were, and panicked. Of course, as I ran out to ask my friends what to do, they said, “don’t worry, she will be fine.” Of course, she was.
As time went by, I became used the flying cats. If they became too active, especially at mealtime, they were taken to the large dog crate in the corner of the living room where they ate and slept. Most of the time, however, they were allowed to run around, explore and play with their toys and anyone who was in the house. The two dogs seemed to take all of this in stride and if the kittens were too bothersome, the dogs would move to another room or ask to go out.

As far as the vacation went, it was wonderful. The weather was a little cooler than what we left behind in Florida. The food was great and beach was lovely…white sand and beautiful shells. They have some wonderful restaurants and we celebrated two birthdays while there.
Since we have visited the Outer Banks several times, we have seen most of the shopping plazas and tourist attractions in the area. However, Carol and I took off one day to visit several yard sales and some second hand stores. By the time we arrived home, the back seat was full.
I feel so fortunate to have such wonderful friends, who have welcomed us royally so many times. I want to thank Natalie and Carol so much for all they have done to make our trips so memorable. I also must thank Jake, Buddy, Callie and Boo- Boo for putting up with us. We love you all.

Barbara


Rev.Dr. Barbara Rasp
www.wisdomsvoice.com

Vacation 2011