Ordinary Day
After a long, busy week, a peaceful dinner by the water was exactly what I needed. Tim and I pulled into the parking lot at Two Ten Oyster Bar fully expecting a long wait and no chance of finding a good table. Instead, we landed the best seat in town, overlooking the water on a beautiful spring evening. As if that wasn't enough, we were greeted by Hannah, one of the best waitresses around. I had Hannah in dance class when she was just a toddler, so seeing her all grown up, but still wearing that same bright smile, made my day. The big hug she gave me the moment she spotted us wasn't too bad either. One of the things I love most about being a townie is the small connections that weave through everyday life. Deep roots, longtime friendships, familiar faces, and chance encounters create a sense of comfort that can only be found in a small town. Everywhere you go, there's a story, a memory, or someone you've known through one chapter of life or another. A group of friends...