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“Who in the world am I? Ah, that’s the great puzzle.” – Alice

In 1865, according to Lewis Carroll, Alice followed the White Rabbit down a rabbit hole, and went deeper and deeper into a strange world. The Rabbit Hole is now a metaphor for an adventure that moves from one item to another, finding many tangents, and often taking hours to complete, usually ending far from whereContinue reading ““Who in the world am I? Ah, that’s the great puzzle.” – Alice”

My children…and books

Happy Father’s Day all. I have two adult children. Like most parents, I am proud of my kids. They are both successful and happy, with families. Interestingly, they have different uses for books, and my library. Both enjoy books (whew!) but in slightly divergent ways. Their outlooks on life, hobbies, work, are not the same,Continue reading “My children…and books”

Stuff…and more stuff

Been trying get life back to a routine now that I have been home for while, but has been rather difficult. Been sorting Phil’s merchandise, a full house-and a lifetime worth of stuff, some stuff going to family, some stuff for garage sale, other stuff for Marketplace sales listing, and stuff I am keeping. MostContinue reading “Stuff…and more stuff”

One piece at a time

My wife and I have been spending the last several months in Florida, caregiving for her brother Phil. He passed away yesterday at 70 years old. For those who knew Phil, he certainly was one of a kind person…with no filter. It didn’t matter if you loved him him or hated him, he certainly leftContinue reading “One piece at a time”

No-See-Ums…watch ’em or read ’em?

While still on my Floridian visit, I have collected not only interesting books but entertaining movies as well. I have put together some unusual connections. I hope you see these as enjoyable. Let me start with cowboys, “The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance” from 1962. This western movie starred John Wayne, Jimmy Stewart, and LeeContinue reading “No-See-Ums…watch ’em or read ’em?”

“Come listen to my story about a man named Jed…”

I have been helping out with my sick brother-in-law for a while now. He lives in Florida, and is just not doing well. We have worked out a routine each day…at least for every morning. The day begins when I get to his house and wake him up. Then I make him a cup ofContinue reading ““Come listen to my story about a man named Jed…””

Floridian Fowl

For a few weeks now, I have been making the 6.1 mile drive from my RV to my brother-in-law’s home, several times a day. The first is each morning between eight and nine in the morning. By then, the Florida warmth has begun, and I see a flock of vultures circling upward in thermal drafts.Continue reading “Floridian Fowl”

“Getting To Know You…”

Happy 14th of February to everyone on this Valentine’s Day. I went to a thrift store this morning and found a book that my mother, my daughter, and I all represent: “The Left-Hander’s Book of Days” by Leigh W. Rutedge, published in 1999. This book has an entry for each day of the year: givingContinue reading ““Getting To Know You…””

WWJWD?

I am down in Florida, visiting a sick family member. He wants to keep his independence while also reaching out for help. It has been a tough balance for him and his pride, but we are working slowly together. During one break, I stopped in an Amvet thrift store to look around. I first foundContinue reading “WWJWD?”

“…and you wise men don’t know how it feels…To be as thick as a brick.” – Ian Anderson

It is said that Emperor Augustus found Rome “As a city of bricks and left it a city of marble.” Steve Jobs said “Sometimes life hits you in the head with a brick. Don’t lose faith.” Zig Zigler said “Big things are built one brick at a time.” I have a few books and aContinue reading ““…and you wise men don’t know how it feels…To be as thick as a brick.” – Ian Anderson”