My Pal Jackie

I had the greatest time with my very good friend Jackie. She lives in Topeka KS and is here for a couple of days visiting friends and family. We had coffee at the Fort this morning then headed to Hot Springs, hoping to stop at one of my most favorite places in the world. Found out that they are closed on Monday so we just played tourist and looked around town. After a stop to Pamida and some serious plant shopping we had a quiet lunch at a downtown cafe. We had many serious talks and many,many laughs. Jackie is the one person in the world who understands me. We live many miles away from each other and don't talk as much as we should but the funny thing is what is happening in her life, her thoughts, actions, etc. are the same as what is going on in my life. It always amazes us that we are so much alike that we experience the same things at about the same time. This gal is one of the most talented people I know. I don't think there is anything she can't do but the things she does best.....well they are awesome. She decorates, gardens, sews, photographs and builds things. I wish I had just half of her talent. She and her husband will be moving back to the area after being gone for 21 years. She is going to open a shop called "Jackie's Junk" and I can't wait. Tomorrow she is going to help me plant the many flowers we bought then decorate my deck and give me ideas on decorating my "cottage garden studio". What a wonderful two days off I am having. Isn't the rain wonderful? Have a great couple of rainy days blogging buddies, the sun will be out in a few days and I bet it comes out SIZZLIN HOT!