I like the idea of elevating others’ voices with this blog. This voice from the ether, the far away waters off the coast of Ireland, A colleague’s sister, a seafarer, kindred spirit half a world away, yet perspective similar, soothing, her words speak truth… Amen amen~
Category: lifestyle
Reflections: Tribe, Time Off…Transitory?
As I wind up a few days with old friends, in a place that I find particularly peaceful and restorative, I reflect, Just what is it that makes this time so valuable, powerful, desired? How can I create more of this mindset in my daily life? How can I make the hustle and bustle of …
“The Mexicans”
c. 2008 My brothers. Love built over a lifetime of many touches, Shared experiences, Periodic, sustained sharing and togetherness, Sincere respect and appreciation and joy when together, Together just enough through, Weddings and children, Divorce and death, We’ve supported and sustained and been there uniquely for one another, Always finding our way back to together. …
Respite, Recharge, Coast
The elements. The sounds. The feelings. Neskowin has the particular magic only a coastal place offers. I love the mountains too, for sure, but, Well the ocean is the x-factor, for eternal goodness, sound, vibe. I love it. And this particular coastal place, there’s just few places like it that I’ve been to that make …
Lyrics Post: “Cheeseburger In Paradise”
Such a good song. Makes my mouth water. : - ) This song, particularly timely as we head into this soulful weekend on the coast; making our usual stop at Helvetia Tavern, home of the Jumbo Cheeseburger. Mmm mmm GOOD. "Cheeseburger In Paradise" Tried to amend my carnivorous habitsMade it nearly seventy daysLosin' weight without …
Simple Message: Wear A Mask
#wearamask😷 #covid19
FTO, Just In Time
“FTO”, ah what? “Flexible Time Off”, my employer just instituted this policy; take time to recharge when you need it. I’m IN. My kids have this week off school, so I’m taking today (Friday) off to hang with them, have a couple errand / adventures, upset the work week apple cart just a bit. It …
Living With The Crazies
My crew, living with the crazies. 10, 8, 7. At times I get their names mixed up during the hustle and bustle of day to day. They drive me a little koo-koo sometimes, but I know I do the same to them. That’s living together; that’s family. They sing and dance and laugh and tell …
Another Adventure
Scenes therein…
“I’m Vaccinated”
Not sure who scribbled this one together, but it’s gone viral, and more important, it’s GOOD. “I'm vaccinated and, no, I don't know what's in it - neither this vaccine, the ones I had as a child, nor in the Big Mac, or in hot dogs, or in other treatments…whether it's for cancer, AIDS, the …
1/2_Full, All GOOD 