I weighed myself this morning, like I do every day. Alison said I should stop it. In fact, I should get rid of my scale altogether, because paying such close attention to my weight is not a kind, loving way to treat my body. Checking in on its progress like that is unfair. But … [Read more...]
The Price of Living is Dying
It has been two years today since Lisa's death. At this time on that day everything was normal. I suppose it has returned to something like normal. It's been two whole years now, after all. But at my college reunion we all sat at the Grotto at midnight, a special place at Notre … [Read more...]
Happy Halloween!
The mad carver strikes again. Best part was all the pumpkins were free! … [Read more...]
Did You Know There’s an Election Next Week? November 5!
Calm down, everyone. I'm not running for office. I know you're sad about that. If this were a contest about whose website is the best, I'm pretty sure I would win. But this is actually about important things, like schools and city ordinances and how your tax money is spent. I'm … [Read more...]
Whitehorse Canyon Trail
This is a view of Sherwood Lake looking south from the hills off of Potrero Road. To get there, go south on Westlake Blvd. turn right on Potrero, and turn right into the neighborhood across from Foxfield Riding School to park. Then walk west on Potrero across … [Read more...]
Wordless Wednesday: Halloween
The only one of these that has a name is Stewart's and his is Pirate Willy. The kids made up costumes from our dress up bin. I like that because it's free! Mine is similarly made up! … [Read more...]