From 1 – 80 in 2 days
The weekend was full of birthday parties. Bill’s god-daughter (his cousin’s daughter) turned three today and her brother was one on July 31. We were invited to their combined party […]
It’s all fun and games until someone loses a shoe
On Saturday night Bill and I went to Woodmont Beach to celebrate their annual neighborhood party with the local band, The Rumrunners. The night was cloudy but pleasant, the humidity […]
Hello Gorgeous!
Dear Bees, I’m sorry I ever doubted you. I have no idea how I could have missed your handiwork but I did. Until tonight when I came home and spotted […]
Pick a peck of – or just two – peppers
I picked the first of what I hope to be an abundant crop of produce from my tiny garden. I’ve shared pictures of its progress here and here. All of […]
Nothing to do with flowers and bees, everything to do with being alone
For financial reasons, over the years since my divorce, I’ve lived with people to help offset household costs. My tenants have usually been in transition, making their home with me […]
Sand Art
Every July, in the local paper, I see photos showcasing the talent in the annual sand art competition at a beach in my hometown. Every July, when I see those […]
Life Lately
When an acquaintance asked me how my summer’s been going I smiled and said “great!” He seemed a bit taken aback by my quick and energetic reply, asked what I’ve […]
Lunch at the dock
We met my sister and brothers for lunch today. The restaurant was along the shore next to a boat dock; the food was very good, the weather great, the company […]
I chose blue
I wrote yesterday that we were going for a hike at Sleeping Giant last night. After meeting at my house we quickly changed into shorts and t-shirts and headed out for the ten minute drive. […]
The giant up the street
One of the activities Bill and I like to do together is hike but where we live there aren’t any mountains to climb. My house is situated between three parks which all […]
where my feet are 