October 9th, 2019


I just got back from my first trip after retiring. I drove to Montana to visit Meghan and get my new dog, who I have named Rider. It is getting to be that time of year where the weather can be a problem driving that far. Being retired it normally wouldn't be a problem. However … Continue reading October 9th, 2019

September 30th, 2019


It was a big day today. I decided that it is time to retire. I plan on spending more time with my family and doing some traveling when I finally can get away from the doctor and physical therapy appointments.

August 11th, 2019


I know that recent posts have not been real true to the spirit of travel, but I will be able to get back to traveling. It certainly won't be as soon as I want but I will get to start having fun again sometime soon - I need it. With that said, I did want … Continue reading August 11th, 2019

May 23rd, 2019


I'm sitting outside writing this...it's a beautiful evening and starting to cool off. A hummingbird keeps coming up and staring at me. He likes the violas in the flower box behind me so I guess I need to move my chair. The birds are just singing their little feathered asses off. There's a slight breeze … Continue reading May 23rd, 2019

April 21st, 2019


Got a few things done around the house this weekend despite being in a mood that's not good to be in. I decided that I was gonna basically unplug from the phone and take time for me this weekend. I have not answered the phone or texts for most of the weekend; for those of … Continue reading April 21st, 2019