Thirty-three years to celebrate,
we cruise up the coast
passing lush green hills of January,
gripping the wheel from wind’s thrust.
The plaza pulls us in with its charm,
shops shimmer in their zeal for patrons,
the sun blazes, temperature warm,
windows entice with appealing apparel.
“You look like I need a drink of wine,”
words on a hand towel with pizzazz.
“With every glass of wine comes wisdom,”
a neighboring towel claims to add.
Shelves stocked with crafts, so cheery,
persuading to purchase without effort.
This store carries us to Rose Apothecary.
Where are David and Patrick?
Arches and patios show off twinkle lights
for when the moon shines her splendor.
We feast on pulled pork and slaw,
Chardonnay and Pliny the Elder.
Laughter’s in the air, picnics on blankets,
a man strums and sings like Paul Simon.
A man with a backpack eyes the banquets,
a dog licks his chops with a plan.
Great eats and drinks, and fun souvenirs,
loose cash spent, plastic card dented,
another toast for three more decades,
moments to share, a life so splendid.
Photo: Anniversary flowers ❤️
Baydreamer ~ Lauren Scott 
Lovely and vivid! My favorite lines:
This store carries us to Rose Apothecary.
Where are David and Patrick?
Happy anniversary!
Thank you, Bridgette, for your lovely comment. I’m glad you liked those lines and I appreciate your anniversary wishes, too.
Welcome back, Lauren! 33 years, thatis wonderful. Always a pleasure to read your prose.
Many Blessings,
Lisa xoxo
Thanks for your warm welcome and kind words, Lisa. It feels good to be back after a much needed break. Happy Friday! 💕
Thanks! xoxo
What a wonderful way to return, my dear Lauren and eventhough it’s now two+ weeks from the date, here’s to 33 + 33 + 33… years of love together [from here too! 😉 ]
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Thanks for your lovely words and wishes, Marina. I was ready to return and I missed you, even though we see each other on fb. 🙂 Sending lots of love and hugs your way! ❤️🎉❤️🎉
What a lovely and beautiful poem, Lauren. Happy Anniversary. Too good.
Hi Kamal! Thank you so much for your wonderful comment. I hope all is well with you and I’m glad to be back to read your inspiring posts. 🥰
You are always welcome dear Lauren. Yes all is well and nice to see you again on our blogging site. Stay blessed and take care dear. Much appreciated 👍🏼🤗🤗🙏🏼💖💖💖💖
Some nice memories!
Thanks, Binky! It was a great place to celebrate! And we had chocolate, too! 🙂
A beautiful poem, Lauren. ❤ 33 ❤ Much love to you both, always. xXx
Thanks so much, Jane! I just replied to your email, too. It feels good to be back. Sending you both lots of hugs and love. 💗🌺💗🌺
Lovely to see you back too, lovely Lauren. ❤ xXx ❤ ❤
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Welcome back to blogging, Lauren. Happy anniversary. A wonderful celebratory poem.
Thanks, Robbie. It’s good to be back and thanks for your lovely words and wishes. 💕
What a lovely poem, Lauren! Good to see you returning from your break. Happy Anniversary to you!💞💐
Thanks so much, Miriam, for your beautiful words and wishes. It’s great to be back! Hope you’re doing well! 💞💞
You’re welcome, Lauren. I’m doing well. I cancelled the February trip to see my grandkids. We’ll go next month. ,💞💖
Happy Anniversary!
Thanks, Bette. I hope all is well with you! xo
Happy Anniversary, Lauren. I have been to Healdsburg many times, like going back. Well done. I hope you are back.
Thanks, John! This was our first time. Isn’t that funny for how long we’ve lived here? We have favorite places, so it was fun to step out of that box and visit somewhere new. I’m glad you liked the poem. And yes, I’m back. The break was needed, but it’s great to return. 🙂 Hope all is well with you.
All is great. I’m glad you enjoyed your break. 😊
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Thanks so much for sharing, John!
You are very graciously welcome so much.
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Happy Anniversary, Lauren!
Thanks, Barbara! Hope you’re doing well. I’m back from a long break. 🙂
It’s been a long time since I’ve been to Healdsburg. Thanks for the memories.
I’m glad you enjoyed them, Andrew. 🙂
Happy Anniversary Lauren, nice to see you and your lovely poem. Stay blessed. 🥰
Thanks for your lovely words, Balroop, and it feels good to be back. Hope you’re doing well. 💕
That was lovely 🙂
Thanks, Ian! I appreciate your kind comment, and I hope you’re doing well.
Looks like I need some major surgery in March so will be off line for a while soon.
Well, I hope all goes smoothly for you. Take good care and see you upon your return.
Happy belated anniversary, Lauren. Beautiful poetry. 🙂
Thanks for your lovely words and wishes, Mark. I appreciate your comment. Hope all is well with you. 😁
OMG! Happy Anniversary!
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Thanks so much, Resa! Hope you’re doing well! 🥰❤️
Pretty good! You too? xoxo
Yep, doing well after a much needed break. 🥰