The Time has come and I cannot in good Conscience stay the tide any longer. Three years have passed since I last took a proper holiday; yes, three years! Now, I am on the brink of setting forth once more, sojourning to my favourite place (on this side of the Atlantic that is!), Cape May, New Jersey.
OH such a lovely, restful, charming island of enchantment and delight that draws you in like a melodic tune, playing gently amidst the soft ocean hush and the songs of the sea faring gulls and terns, captivating your heart entirely before the serenade is finished playing. Quiet Private Seaside, Balmy ocean-kissed Breezes, Elaborate Victorian Homes, Guest Houses, Inns, Bed and Breakfasts and long established hotels; Fine Dining, Casual Street-side Cafรฉs, Quaint Shoppes, Artisan Galleries, Horse-Drawn Carriages, an operating Lighthouse, a picturesque Pebble Beach, a charming little Winery, a Playhouse, Music, Wine and Art Festivals, Afternoon Tea and sweet baked treats, Leisurely Bike Rides, Long unhurried Walks, Sea Glass Hunting, and vistas to entice even the most stalwart heart all delivered with unmistakable Victorian Flair.
Whatโs not to like, really. So, though it has been a ridiculously long interval, I am finally returning, as I always do, because no other ocean-side town has claimed a more permanent place in my heart or thoughts. Much like He who always walks with me, silent yet ever present, this place calls to my spirit and beguiles me entirely.
While I am away, I shall take, very possibly, hundreds of pictures, some of which I shall share during my holiday (because I cannot in all honesty simply walk away from all of you and my home away from home, booknvolume) (or my laptop for that matter!) and some I shall share upon my return, but before these few days of sensual delight (sensual as in of the senses!) are over, even if you have never before heard of Cape May, New Jersey, you shall know it far better. And perhaps, should you feel so inclined, one day you may visit this most appealing place as well and find me amidst the rose gardens or stooped over on the beach in search of minute treasure.
Though I shall be thinking of you all, and missing you, I shall not be taking much time away from my long awaited holiday to visit blogs, like or comment, but I do hope you will forgive my momentary diversion.
Blessings, Peace, Love, Hope and Sweetest Joy Touch your Lives and Smile Upon you.
~Morgan~
BooknVolume 
Rejoice, renew, refresh!
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I shall Indeed, rain or Shine ๐
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Enjoy!
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OH I certainly shall ๐ I desperately need some holiday time! Thanks Ever so ๐
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It sounds like heaven, Morgan!! I’m sure this lovely town would love to see the words you’ve written here. Enjoy your time….rest, relax๐
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I am looking forward to it. I may even start Dark Fey book two ๐ OR I may sit and stare at the ocean and not think (well…try not to anyway LOL )
Thanks Ever So~
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I cannot imagine your mind not thinking. With all those beautiful words inside, that mind must be working all the time๐๐
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It doesn’t give me a lot of rest really lol
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Happy Vacation, Morgan, and safe travels! All of us need time away from our daily routine — to rejuvenate, to rest, to get a new perspective on things. This sounds like a lovely place to visit. I’ve only been to New Jersey once, I think, but never to Cape May. Reminds me a bit of Gulfport!
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I am truly ready. Three years between holidays is just too much! I will be snapping lots of photos though to share upon my return ๐
Blessings and Be Well~
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spent many weekends in its lovely Victorian B&Bs
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Then you know exactly what Im talking about ๐ I am staying at the Hotel Macomber this year ๐ Cant Wait. All Packed and mostly ready ๐
Blessings and Be Well~
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It sounds like a lovely place, have a fantastic time…we shall miss you more than submarines, beetroot, cotton socks and Monopoly.
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I think Im honoured? ๐ It truly is lovely and you shall see PLENTY of it as I plan to take at least a thousand pictures lol ๐
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Yes be honoured, I would be. My favourite number is 1001 by the way!
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I will take that one extra picture JUST for YOU ๐
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You are just TOO kind!
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What a joy – have fun and safe travels;)
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Thanks Ever So ๐ Im very looking forward to it. Even Friday when it is supposed to rain cats and dogs and monkeys. it will give me an excuse/reason to sleep in and do precious little ๐
Blessings and Be Well~
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Have fun! It looks lovely ๐ Peace . . .
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Thanks Ever So ๐ I shall be taking plenty of pictures to share so (whether you want to or not) you shall be seeing more of it ๐ LOL
Blessings and Be Well~
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Oh Morgan, you deserve a break, and it looks like the perfect place to take it. Have fun. Be safe.
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I am very looking forward to it ๐ Its going to rain one day, but I really dont care. Great reason to take a nap ๐
Blessings Rain down and Smile Upon you!
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This will be a great adventure, each time you go back to somewhere there is something you appreciate once again or discover something new! I love the Eastern Seaboard, I had relatives up in Rockport, Massachusetts. It would be colder there up North, than in New Jersey. I will imagine you relishing and loving every minute! You deserve this vacation, Morgan!
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Thanks so much, You are very right…returning to a place you love is never old, but ever new, ever a delight to savour again the sights and sounds that captured you once before or trying out some place new. I shall take plenty more pictures to share ๐
Blessings Rain down and Smile Upon you!
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What a lovely gentile southern feeling I got, although it’s not southern! Love horse drawn carriage I’ve alway wanted to ride in one! ๐
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funnily enough, I’ve never taken a carriage ride either. Im saving that for a romantic getaway LOL ๐ But it is an enchanting town ๐ You’ll see plenty more of it, I promise ๐
Blessings Rain down and Smile Upon you Friend!
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Blessings to you too! I love that!
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Oh Morgan! It is so so so beautiful there!! I also want to go!! ๐ Please take me with you in spirit! ๐ It sounds and looks heavenly! ๐ Enjoy enjoy enjoy!!! ๐ ๐ ๐ Lots of Love to you and a big Holiday-Hug! ๐
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ahhhhh Yes I needed that ๐ I am very looking forward to getting there and then, for time to slow to a snails pace ๐
Blessings Rain down and Smile Upon you!
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Do enjoy your holiday! Hugs, Natalie ๐
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Thanks Thanks Natalie ๐ I certainly Intend to ๐
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Magical place! Have a lovely time! Blessings!
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I am I am ๐
Thanks Ever So ~
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Reblogged this on georgeforfun and commented:
Enjoy yourself, Morgan, recharge, relax and don’t worry about social media. Take time and take care of yourself.
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sounds and looks like a piece of Paradise
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It is, though right now its raining and blowing like a hurricane!!!
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Nature shows us both sides of itself, like us humans, have to learn to love and respect both. Sometimes beauty is actually magnified and made more visible through the presence of great danger. Kids and I saw a tornado and wall cloud up close and personal, wasn’t smartest idea in life, but it almost hypnotized us with it’s beauty even though brain was shouting, What is wrong with you people?
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I think your brain may have been right lol ๐ tornadoes terrify me !!!
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Indeed, indeed. Like snakes, I’ve learned great respect for both species of Nature.
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Reblogged this on georgeforfun.
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Relax. Enjoy. Repeat. I love Cape May – stayed at a lovely B&B several years ago. ~Karen~
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Its raining cats and dogs and monkeys right now, but its so very nice just relaxing (and watching Frasier) LOL ๐
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