Monthly Archives: September 2009

If it’s yellow, let it mellow; if it’s brown, flush it down.  That is the flushing guide for drought-stricken southern California.   Big adjustment for a midwesterner who rarely experiences even a dry spell, let alone an actual drought.   Other than … Continue reading →

So far, I have neglected to take any photos;  so far, I have not managed to take a bus ride with Aurelia; so far, I have not even called my friend Barb.   And yes, I seem to be busy.  Hmmm.   … Continue reading →

      Southwest once again outdid itself on the flight to LA, arriving 35 minutes early!  Di picked Aurelia up early from preschool so they could both be at the airport.   Having seen Aurelia so recently made our transition very easy.   … Continue reading →

   I’m chatting with Dan in IM with one hand and writing a blog with the other…more or less.  I’m packed; have just a couple of chores to do, then I’ll be ready for my 8:20 pick up by Noel. … Continue reading →

      The furnace guy is here at the moment for the fall tune-up; he had to reschedule from yesterday.  No problem, as I’m usually here anyway.  I’ve been cleaning bathrooms…not too exciting a way to start the day, but it’s … Continue reading →

     It’s the countdown for my next trip to LA, which will happen next week.   Mail forwarding arranged:  CHECK;  housecare arranged:  CHECK;  transportation to the bus stop arranged:  CHECK; and on and on.   It’s a big deal leaving town for … Continue reading →

     I read in the New York Times this morning that the Museum of Modern Art in NY City was rehanging their three Monet "water lily" paintings.  I saw those paintings at the MOMA in August, 2001, when I was … Continue reading →

     Dan and Debbie hit the road at 8:30 a.m. yesterday.  They called at 10:00 p.m. to say they were almost home.  Whew.  That was a seriously long day for them.   Reminds me why I fly everyplace now.   My own … Continue reading →