As I reached for my totem and discovered this was not a dream, I headed into the surf and paddled as hard as I could. Fourth of July and me have a history of not going so well. There was last year, and the many rainy years before that...

Spending a carefree day at the beach riding the waves and her the elevator has put me in a new frame of mind. Carefree. My road trip to Jupiter was very worthwhile due to the perfect weather and the fresh environment. Ever see the movie "What about Bob?" I decided this was my vacation from all worries. Surfing, diving, coda chasing other dogs on the beach was what Dr. Lauren prescribed. So I took my doberman, and then headed out someplace we'd never been before.

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Time off during the holidays has to be my favorite part of Christmas. The weather here is ideal for outdoor activities in the winter. After I had my arse handed to me on the court I called a rematch next week. Racquetball is more my thing and I knew I was being setup.

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Raspbery jam may be the best part of my holiday baking. As I made haste to the kitchen to get my mixing on I pondered the ways the dough should carry this jam: sandwiched, stuffed, or dipped.

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Hope you all had a great holiday weekend. I was not ready for it to be over. I love spending time with friends and family and loved ones I don't get to see as often. It's great to catch up right where we left off the last time. The weather here is warm during the day and cool at night.

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Taking a ferry to another village is a luxurious way to seek refuge from the famous steps that are everywhere in Positano. Get to the bottom and stay for the day. As the boat pulls out I take another stunning view of the jagged rocks where villages are nestled high in the hills. Today we are headed to Capri and the blue grotto.

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