Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Reserved ( For Sunsets)


We were warned to be careful in restaurants, especially small ones not to take a local's favorite table or bar stool. No one said anything about country benches however. It was such a beautiful autumn evening, a little bit brisk, but one to enjoy. After finding coats and gloves we walked about 3 km before we approached a well placed bench, perched over the valley, a perfect spot to watch the day end!
Behind us, quickly peddling up the slope, was a German gentleman about 70 or so, language
barrier in place, he hopped off his bike (friendly), waving his arms and then pointing to a cushion he had brought along to sit on the bench with. Promptly sat down, manage to state, "every sunset me!"
He made his point-"I look forward to relaxing here and please remember that! As we looked back his face was filled with peace and contentment. How great!