Note from drb: Say the word ‘summer’ and the idea of ‘vacation’ may not be far behind. I don’t have much planned for myself this year, but recently got back from a short car trip – in some ways an easier type of travel than most. Yet, there are pros and cons of all travel, … Read more
Do you know the answer to this question? Q: What is the range of a harmonica? A: It depends on the arm-strength of the pitcher Why did I learn that insulting and rather snobbish joke? Because I was taking a class on harmonica. Of all my posts, generally the most difficult are the ones I … Read more
As a way to enjoy my summer just a tad more, I am lightening my load for this post. I would like to refer you to an article I wrote for another blog last month. Looking for Inexpensive Dinner Ideas? This is the Only Secret Ingredient You Need No surprise, PART of the post is … Read more
I will never be a ‘birder.’ It takes far too much discipline and determination. Not to mention the almost vow-like commitment to long trips attempting to view the winged creatures, and early morning rising. [Are they really just morning people to begin with?] I am not even including the birders who devote entire vacation allotments … Read more
Now that summer is waning and the winds have started to disperse the smoke-drenched skies of the west, I can approach the question of camping in a more relaxed manner. I may have the broadest definition of ‘camping’ than anyone you will ever meet. To me it is any way to experience nature or sit … Read more
It’s summer. There should be a little fun here. Posts about fun may not be my forte, but what the heck. I guess I have always thought that the small joys experienced in our everyday life that make us laugh are best. I enjoy these daily, and still tend to think that ‘joys’ and ‘jokes’ … Read more