May 19th, 2018


I took this short video in my backyard today. I hung these flags up over my Japanese maple a few days ago. I picked these up in Kansas City, MO on one of the many trips I made when my mom was sick. I got them at a store called Temple Slug a few blocks … Continue reading May 19th, 2018

April 22nd, 2018


For the first time in a long time I am cooking on a grill. The weather is perfect to be outside - sunshine and 67 degrees - so I am taking full advantage of it. I am using a hibachi which I was given a few years back. I had it in the trailer to … Continue reading April 22nd, 2018

European Tour 2018 – Wrap-up


We came crashing back down to Earth pretty hard after we got back to Seattle. We got to our hotel and barely made it to 8:30 PM. We had to run out to get a bite to eat but couldn't muster up the energy for anything more than that before falling asleep. After being up … Continue reading European Tour 2018 – Wrap-up

Europe – Day 13 – February 6th, 2018: The Long Trip Home…


Today it’s back in the air and back to the States. What an adventure it has been and I could stay for months and see and do more. We have seen and done so many things; it’s been just amazing. And, of course, our last day was was looking to be nothing but sunshine and … Continue reading Europe – Day 13 – February 6th, 2018: The Long Trip Home…

Europe – Day 12 – February 5th, 2018: One Last Time…Amsterdam, The Netherlands


Unfortunately our Winter European Tour 2018 is winding down. We have just one more night before we head back across the pond tomorrow afternoon. I know Jim is anxious to get back home to his family; as for me, I would like to stay longer. As it is working out, though, not long after my … Continue reading Europe – Day 12 – February 5th, 2018: One Last Time…Amsterdam, The Netherlands