Painting in the Flanders: day 1
The full group has arrived. It was not an easy thing. Sandy missed her plane and arrived a day later. Her suitcase stayed behind in Dallas.
Linda had to take the train to Bruges because of a mix up in the time. But finally everyone arrived.
Bonnie and Catherine arrived at the hotel last night after I picked them up at their hotel in Brussels so they already had a full day today. Bonnie didn’t waste anytime and has already finished her first painting, inside the wonderful sunroom we have at the hotel.
Everyone had time to relax and explore the lovely hotel. Sandy was amazed by the size of the flowers. They were huge!!!!
After everyone settled in, we had our first drink together. The dog of the house was sleeping very deeply on the sofa taking two spots for herself. Teresa moved her a bit to find a little spot to sit. She moved Cayenne’s head (the dog) and put it on her lap. Cayenne didn’t even wake up. Teresa felt quite happy to have a puppy for herself. It made her feel at home.
We had our first dinner together and it was a real delight. After the first dish (beef carpaccio), some people thought it was the end of the meal. What a surprise when we got fish with mashed potatoes and spinach, and of course, dessert: ice cream with strawberries.
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September 5th, 2009 at 11:42 pm
Hi to Bonnie,
Looks like you all are having a grand time. Is this the same Teresa that went to Bali with Sandy on a paint trip a couple of years ago???
Jan
September 6th, 2009 at 3:59 am
Hi Jan,
Yes, we are all having a great time and yes, this is the same Teresa. I wil say hi to Bonnie for you. Wish you were here with us.
jac