I Knew A Girl…

Yesterday I lost a friend. We met through work and other mutual friends.  We didn’t hang out often, but when we did, things just clicked.  She was one of the kindest, most graceful people I have ever met.  She had been handed a very challenging lot in life and yet, always had a smile and kind … Continue reading I Knew A Girl…

Aloha Summer Vacation!

Sorry for the impromptu month off!  It has been–to say the very least–a crazy summer.  Not that I’ve been traveling, but rather, I’ve been visited by travelers (yay!). Additionally, it has been chaotic at work and there are a plethora of other things not even worth mentioning.  Of course, I didn’t mean to be neglectful in my writing–I … Continue reading Aloha Summer Vacation!

Put A Stick In It!

Pretty much since the arrival of Lucille and the discovery that–with the right accessories–she could make ice cream, I have wanted an ice cream maker.  Not necessarily that ice cream maker (I’m open to seeing other ice cream makers), but I do love making ice cream…in part because I love eating ice cream, especially homemade … Continue reading Put A Stick In It!

July 4, 1776

We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought … Continue reading July 4, 1776

Evening View

This evening is the best kind of evening to be on the ferry:  the windows are open; there’s a cool breeze gently pushing away the heat of the day; and there aren’t too many tourists blocking the view.  It is in this very moment–a bubble of 25 minutes that many perceive to be mundane–that I … Continue reading Evening View

Peachy Keen!

I love scones.  Probably the best scone that I’ve ever eaten was a bacon, cheddar, & chive scone.  I mean, c’mon–it is bacon and cheese!  But that’s not why we’re here today. Peaches.  Peaches are why we’re here today.  We are (at least in the Northern Hemisphere) smack dab in the middle of peach season! … Continue reading Peachy Keen!