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LIFESTYLE · December 5, 2014

Rough Seas, Sunshine

Amalfi Coast Travel Rough Seas Sunshine

I squeezed out of the narrow opening of the car door into the wind, grabbing on to the railing to step up to a big ledge just centimeters from the edge of the car. We had found a parking spot in front of the hospital in Castiglione, and when such a good parking spot is found one climbs over seats, squeezes out and smiles. Wow, a parking spot! I glanced quickly down at the choppy sea before running around the car and helping my husband out. It was his first outing in a month and a half. I had hoped for better weather for him, but at least it wasn’t raining. The strong scirocco wind was warm and had whipped the sea up overnight. After a positive visit with the physiatrist, we piled back into the car to head home. I took a deep breath of salty air and noticed a patch of sunshine had burst through the clouds. Life has been a bit rough lately, but my husband is recovering and there’s definitely sunshine.

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  1. Jean says

    December 5, 2014 at 20:14

    so sorry to hear your husband has been unwell. It is a very stressful time for you. It makes you realise how lucky you are when you have your health.
    Pleased youngot to do an outing together- even if the weather wad not the best. The views make up for it though.
    Hope he has a speedy return to good health. Take care. Xx

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    • Laura Thayer says

      December 5, 2014 at 21:26

      Thank you so much, Jean! Truly appreciate your kind words and thoughts. xoxo Laura

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  2. Di says

    December 5, 2014 at 20:53

    I’m glad you guys got to go out together, even for that 🙂 But the view and the air … superb xx

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    • Laura Thayer says

      December 5, 2014 at 21:27

      It was great for him to be able to get out and see some of his friends in Amalfi – even if for just a few minutes. The crowd of people around him was like a movie star had arrived. It really cheered him up!

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