Well here we are, 10 weeks from lift off (approximately), and way more than 10 weeks of things to love about Petaluma (or fear about Hawaii...). This will be a truly bitter-sweet departure. Who doesn't want adventure in their lives? (oh wait, my eight year old doesn't, and by about 6 pm everyday i'm pretty sure I don't), and who doesn't like the idea of a fresh start?! But endings come with goodbyes, in this case, a hopefully temporary goodbye to a small city that we are head-over-heels in love with.
And just recently, a cupcake (one of my known enemies), reminded me that there is so much that will be missed here. A tray of cupcakes actually - beautifully large, landmark cupcakes.
In this case cupcakes at The Tea Room, a wonderful local gathering spot owned by my pal Kate, and attracting hundreds each day with the lure of her fabulous breakfasts, freshly made pastries and coffee in towering cups. A small shop, one of so many lining Western avenue. A shop among antiques, amazing children's clothes, local groceries...a small slice of what makes P-Town glow. Just one of many I need to part with for awhile.
So let's begin with this cupcake because it's less painful, and it's friends the cranberry scones, the biscotti, the bread puddings and the church bells across the street. We'll begin here, saying goodbye to Petaluma - for now.
I will miss The Tea Room while I'm gone!
You and yourn will be entirely missed! Having family close has been so important for us! That being said, Krista and I have made a hard decision that we will attempt to step into the lives of every cupcake, scone, and pudding that we can for you! Keeping them updated until your return! You guys will love Hawaii, its a whole new world but there are some really great folks there and some truly beautiful country! Your kids will benefit huge from the changes in culture. You are so cool!Cant wait to see you guys soon! T-K
Posted by: Tim and Krista | March 28, 2012 at 11:55 AM