Monthly Archives: February 2007

Looking back at February, 2006

     One year ago, Oscar was still here.   He had the flu, or so we thought.  I was just re-reading my entries from February, 2006, and they are full of concerts and and other carefree things.   Neither Oscar nor I suspected–nope, not … Continue reading

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Daddy

Happy birthday, Daddy   1913 – 1990  

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The week that was

It was interesting being back in the classroom.  I can’t believe how tired I was from only four hours a day of work!   It is, as it happens, a very intense four hours.  The students get two ten-minute breaks, but … Continue reading

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Attending a movie premiere

Attending a movie premiere was an unexpected pleasure I was able to experience on the LA trip, thanks to Diana’s neighbor Ellin who belongs to a movie club.  She has attended many such, but it was a first for me.   … Continue reading

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Home

How many entries have I begun with that title, "Home" ?   Too many, it seems, because it really does feel good to be back in my own home.  The trip, however, was wonderful in every way.   I’ve just posted the … Continue reading

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The shower report

Yesterday was the baby shower for Erica and Brandon, and what a nice event! Relatives had come in from out of state, and the regular group had assembled, so it was a bustly, noisy gathering of friends. One of you … Continue reading

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The Key West lighthouse

The lighthouse we climbed was built in 1847 as a replacement for the original one which had been destroyed the previous year by a hurricane.  This newer lighthouse was built 14 feet above sea level,  which I believe is the … Continue reading

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UNCLE

Yes, I’m crying uncle with the snow.   My nice neighbor used his snowblower on the driveway twice while I was in Florida, and I shoveled yesterday……….but, omigosh, you should see that driveway right now.  So, I give up.  I just … Continue reading

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