October 9, 2021
Had a book signing event at a new bookstore this afternoon. We set up in a courtyard that was out of sight of foot traffic except for people coming to get a bite to eat at the neighboring café. But … Continue reading →
October 8, 2021
Meet Sarah the artist, creator of signs from children’s blackboard easels and chalk markers. But don’t hire her for carpentry. (She lettered one side of the blackboard turned around the wrong way so that it didn’t fit back on the … Continue reading →
October 7, 2021
The first session of this online seminar about tree wisdom and forest bathing was this evening. Say hello to my two tree pals, residents of my front yard. I’m grateful for their shade in the summer (they block to south-facing … Continue reading →
October 6, 2021
Gloomy outside all day today; no rain, just a gray, damp funk seeping through all the cracks. Reminded me of a lot of days in Scotland. I’ve come to appreciate days like this because they keep my turned inward, which … Continue reading →
October 5, 2021
Learned today that my interviews went well (they gave me good marks or whatever it is interviewers are required to give). The prospective manager is writing a statement of support, and then the matter goes to the hiring committee. So … Continue reading →
October 4, 2021
It’s World Animal Day, something to keep in mind as the oil slick off the coast of So Cal creeps closer and the waves bring dead sea life in ashore ahead of the slick. Why are we still so dependent … Continue reading →
October 3, 2021
Sill feeling a little cruddy but not so bad that a few miles hike around Morven Park in the morning wasn’t in order. They’re getting ready for a steeplechase event next weekend, and the jumps are works of art with … Continue reading →
October 2, 2021
Woke this morning with a moderate sinus headache; lying down doesn’t help. Waivered on whether we should go out for the day but decided to do it anyway. Glad for it because I felt much better as the morning wore … Continue reading →
October 1, 2021
Pinch, punch, first of the month. Got hubby and lost to friend. Is it really October already? My oldest nephew turned 40 today and my youngest niece turned 22. The first was born when I was a senior in high … Continue reading →
September 30, 2021
Called in sick; 3 days running with a headache. Managed to get a few home things done, get my second shingles shot, and my annual eye examine (new prescription for reading and computer glasses). It is National Love People Day, … Continue reading →