Sorry, this is a rather long blog. Sometimes when you think about places to visit, you pick one or two in the back of your head as a one day, just maybe we can go. An opportunity came up a few months ago when my next-door neighbors told us about their planned adventure to drive via motorhome, to Seattle and then take a cruise to Alaska. They asked …
Recently, I was trying to organize some thoughts around an upcoming presentation. It was not a conversation about the law, but instead a practical conversation. I was having trouble getting started but knew once I took the lid off, the content would flow. I decided to give AI a try. Someone recently recommended Claude.AI so I downloaded the …
I knew it was coming. First, I received the questionnaire. And then a month later it followed: the summons for jury duty. I was last summoned for jury duty about eight years ago and I was let go the first afternoon. This time I was summoned for June 9; a day I already have a hearing scheduled. I sat down to write the request for a postponement …
Marisa and I attended a very special 80th birthday party, last Wednesday (May 28, 2025). We very much enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member (with Creedence Clearwater Revival) John Fogerty. John performed on his 80th at The Beacon Theatre, probably the most beautiful venue in which to attend any show. John an …
Last weekend, I smoked ribs and grilled chicken. Then on Monday, I smoked a chuck roast using the same method I would for brisket — and let me tell you, it’s my new go-to! It’s much cheaper than a brisket and way smaller, which is perfect for just two people. As usual, I used my homemade rub on the meats — the same one my uncle and sister have be …
Since I was young, I have been compelled to take pictures (pics in modern parlance). First on film and now updated to digital. My iPhone camera allows for "in the moment" candid shots, instant editing and is cost free. Not to mention the ability to share and upload to the internet. Can you believe, I have nearly 70,000 pics on my phone, in addi …
I was invited to an event yesterday afternoon. Instead of attending, I had tolet them know that rather than making a toast at the event, I would probably make everyone sick. Therefore, I didn’t go.During Covid, we were routinely reminded of our obligations to others if we felt sick or had been exposed. But has the sensitivity and obligation endured …
Last weekend, in observance of Memorial Day, we commemorated those who fought to safeguard our Democracy. We remembered those who died to ensure that we could continue striving towards what remains for some an elusive “more perfect union,” a national where all people can enjoy the “right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” For so …
Happy Memorial Day everyone! As I write my blog this Monday evening and get ready to post for your Tuesday morning read, I am reflecting on the start of summer. While technically not official for a few more weeks, my deck is already set up and this weekend we completed the annual trip to Costco to indulge in the parade of the potted flowers. The …
How do you sleep? Are you a back sleeper, side sleeper, or stomach sleeper? I never ever sleep on my stomach. I, almost ninety percent of the time, sleep on my side. And I have noticed that I have a habit. When I turn out the lights I lay on my right side. As I begin to drift off, I turn to my left side. Are you a side sleeper like me?
Music trumped an earlier announcement (a concert review of course) but Corey's Outdoor Office opened for business earlier this month (two weeks ago tomorrow actually). In anticipation, i had procured new navy seat cushions and a new rectangular navy umbrella (Its predecessor got redeployed "downstairs" to the patio table near the grill. I replace …
Waking up on a sunny Saturday morning, brewing some coffee, and venturing out my back door to feel the sunshine and listen to the sounds of suburbia waking up. Here's a video so you can share in my experience. (BTW, there were three of them in my neighbor's yard)
We picked up a new car on Tuesday and, in a few words, it's really a mobile computer. Why else would the dealership assign someone whose title is Genius to explain the myriad bells and whistles packed into our SAV. All of this was very daunting for someone who used to get 4 gallons of gas for a dollar, used hand signals, rolled up windows and wel …
Watching a baseball game. It’s only the second inning and the pitcher has given up five hits and three runs and there are runners on base with only one out.The manager walks out to the mound, nods to the pitcher, takes the ball and lightly slaps the pitcher’s backside as he leaves the game.“He just didn’t have his good stuff today,” says the TV com …
In todays world we have become more and more a cashless society, swipe, swipe, swipe. It seems like everyone just uses there cards every where you look. Maybe that's the reason the country has historical credit card debit. They are using Credit cards, iPay, Venmo, PayPal and others. Are people making a full payment? Carrying a balance every month, …
