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Boo In The Sky
While walking along the main streets of Balboa Island in Southern California last week, we decided to head towards the water. As I looked up at the overcast skies, I noticed the drama of three tall palms and the Halloween … Continue reading
Posted in Balboa Island, Califorina, Halloween, Newport Beach, Travel
Tagged Balboa Island, Boo, California, DPCHallenge, Halloween, Newport Beach, postaweek 2014, Travel
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The Cake Out In The Rain with Old Men Playing Checkers
I saw Ben Huberman’s Odd Trio Redux over the weekend calling for a post to be written about anything that comes to mind, but we had to incorporate a slice of cake, a pair of flip-flops, and someone old and … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Post Challenge, Daily Prompt, Earworm, Jimmy Webb, Macarthur Park, Music, Poetic Lyrics, Poetic Songs, Richard Harris
Tagged Ben Huberman, David Letterman, DPCHallenge, Earworm, Jimmy Webb, Late Show by David Letterman, Macarthur Park, Music, Odd Trio Redux, Paul Shaffer, Poetic Songs, postaweek 2014, Richard Harris, Will Lee
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We Will Review The Cows!
More than 10 years ago, we were invited by good friends to visit with them at their second home in the Brittany region of France. We flew to Quimper, a pretty town southwest of Paris, well-known, among many things, for … Continue reading
Posted in Brittany Region, DPChallenge, France, Pont Aven, Travel, Tremalo Chapel, Valentine's Day, Weekly Writing Challenge, Yeahwrhite, YeahWrite
Tagged Brittany Region, Brittany region of France, Chapelle de Tremalo, DPCHallenge, France, Marriage, My funny valentine, Paul Gauguin, Pont Aven, postaweek 2014, Travel, Tremalo Chapel, Weekly Writing Challenge
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The Call
I’m slowly awakened by a persistent ringing just outside my room. My eyelids reluctantly break their embrace. I sluggishly turn my head towards the sound. It’s the phone. Who could be calling on a lazy Sunday afternoon? Where is everyone … Continue reading
Saturday Morning Family Hike
This weekend, when we did our family hike, we talked about you and your two cousins, among other matters. We recalled your years of growing up closely together, and where each of you are now. I like to view them … Continue reading
Posted in dog, Family, Family Time, Fort Funston, Great Dane, Hiking, Parenting, Pets
Tagged dog, DPCHallenge, Family, Family time, Fort Funston, Great Dane, Hiking, Postaday 2014
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Another Image Of Joy
Yep! Their family card arrived via a gracious nephew visiting family here. And with it, three of her choice libations: Two Pinots and a Chardonnay, from her choice wineries. Woohoo! It’s time for a Snoopy jig! This post is in … Continue reading
Most Cherished
Daily Post asked for my most cherished, my number one. Here they all are!
Posted in Child, Daily Post Challenge, Daily Prompt, dog, Family, Great Dane, Kids, Marriage
Tagged DPCHallenge, Family, Great Dane, Kids, Marriage, postaday 2013
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Focal Point
This week’s photo challenge by The Daily Post is titled “One.” Every good photograph needs a focal point. It’s the thing that draws the viewer’s eye and tells the story. Related articles Weekly Photo Challenge: One (nwframeofmind.com) Weekly Photo Challenge … Continue reading
Posted in dog, Fort Funston, Great Dane, Hiking
Tagged Daily Post, DPCHallenge, Fort Funston, Great Dane, pet, Photography, postaweek 2013, Weekly Photo Challenge
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A Dalliance, A Brush, A Flirtation
This morning, I felt the cold pull at my bones and gnaw at my fingers. I had woken up early for my appointment today. After spending ten minutes checking a few emails, I reluctantly threw my covers to the side … Continue reading
Spotlight On The Service Dog Project
Good friend, Meilin Cheng, sent us this link to a live cam of the Service Dog Project. (Maybe she was inspired by our very own Beau!) You will get to meet some really gorgeous Great Danes and their puppies. The … Continue reading
Posted in Great Dane, Pet Adoption, Service Dog Project, Service Dog Project
Tagged BlogHer, dog, DPCHallenge, Great Dane, Great Dane Puppies, Handicapped, Ipswich, NaBloPoMo, Nano Poblano 2013, Persons with disabilities, postaday 2013, Service animal, Service dog, Service Dog Project, The Service Dog Project, YeahWrite
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