I’m a weirdo when it comes to kitchen linens. In my former life, dishtowels were something that meant cleaning, washing, drying, and drudgery. In my new life, however, they are fun! I think of cooking as something, now, that I actually enjoy. If you know anything about me, that says a lot. I was the …
Month: May 2015
My Time in the Sun
Today is the day. We become DINKs. Dual income no kids for those of you who don't know the term. Our youngest graduates from high school in about 4 hours, and we couldn't be more proud of her. Life is, finally, good all around. I say this not only because we are an empty nest …
Kaffe Fassett and a Rainy Sunday
It’s raining again today. I say again, because it was raining when we got home yesterday as well. It was dry and clear, though, the whole time we were in Florida, so I am happy for that. And, a nice good steady rain on a Sunday afternoon, when we have a big covered deck to …
A Manta Ray Ate My Cell Phone
Navarre Beach, Florida, Friday, May 8, 2015, 8:49 am It was the there one minute and gone the next, I swear. My Cell phone was in my hand. Th next thing I knew, we were getting calls from the middle of the ocean. A manta ray ate my cell phone. If only this was true. …
A Manta Ray Ate My Cell Phone
Navarre Beach, Florida, Friday, May 8, 2015, 8:49 am It was the there one minute and gone the next, I swear. My Cell phone was in my hand. Th next thing I knew, we were getting calls from the middle of the ocean. A manta ray ate my cell phone. If only this was true. …
Ashes In the Ocean
Wednesday, May 6, 2015, 5:30pm, Navarre Beach, Florida We sat out on the sand for several hours yesterday, soaking up some rays and enjoying the surf. The wind itself was a bit lighter than it had been the day prior, which was good. I did not get thumped again, which was even better. There were …
Five Pelicans Gliding, Four Dolphins Swimming, Theee Mantas Raying. . .
Well you get the general idea. And it's not even Christmas! May 7, 2015, 9:14am CDT Navarre Beach, Florida This morning on the beach we were greeted by several sea creatures. It started with a school of manta rays, gliding their way through the water. What magnificent creatures they are! They look effortless, truly, as …
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Dolphins and a Leap of Faith
Navarre Beach, Florida, May 6, 2015, 11:16 CDT Today is yet another beautiful day on the beach. It is sunny and warm, with a high of about 83 degrees. Perfect winds. Great lower surf conditions. Basically the infect beach day, so long as you bring your sunscreen. Thankfully yesterday I didn't get too burned, although …
Dolphins and a Leap of Faith
Navarre Beach, Florida, May 6, 2015, 11:16 CDT Today is yet another beautiful day on the beach. It is sunny and warm, with a high of about 83 degrees. Perfect winds. Great lower surf conditions. Basically the infect beach day, so long as you bring your sunscreen. Thankfully yesterday I didn't get too burned, although …
No Bra? No Problem
May 5, 2015, 6:16 CDT, Navarre Beach, Florida Well today I got, as beach goers would say, "thumped." I know. There were red flags up. Did we heed them? I think you already know the answer to that. No. We trodded right out into the nasty tough surf and got into the water, regardless, my …
LEGGO MY IGLOO 