February 7th, 2020


The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page - St. Augustine (maybe...it's controversial) Today I am in KC, but tomorrow I am off for another adventure - heading back to Europe again! This time two of my daughters, Chelsea and Angie, are along for the adventure! Unfortunately Meghan … Continue reading February 7th, 2020

February 6th, 2020


Man the weather around here has really sucked the last few months. I mean it's probably just how most people imagine the PNW; it really isn't usually like this normally. Fifty shades of gray beats you down after a while; add to that the rain, and now some cold weather with snow and rain and … Continue reading February 6th, 2020

December 21st, 2019


  In celebration of the Winter Solstice I say good riddance to these short hours of daylight. I have been more than ready for not only longer "days", but also some weather that is better than the lousy weather we have been having. The dog isn't very happy about the rain keeping him inside either! … Continue reading December 21st, 2019

December 4th, 2019


With year's end drawing to a close it's looking like I will finish the year with only three surgeries! Recovery from my last surgery a few weeks ago is still in process but is going pretty good and that is such a relief in many ways; a relief in the form of the good news … Continue reading December 4th, 2019

October 13th, 2019


I'm sitting here typing this while drinking a cup of organic Sumatra coffee. It is nice to be able to enjoy a delicious cup in the later part of the day as well as in the morning. Ahhh...the simple pleasures. I've been having only one cup in the morning the last few years, but I … Continue reading October 13th, 2019