Thoughts, tales, and travels

September 13, 2026

Uninspired today

End of summer; rain coming. Pulled weeds and dead-headed flowers in my back patio garden which I’ve left to its own inclination for weeks. Waiting for the weather to do its work.

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September 12, 2026

Cooler weather this morning for our walk through the park. Fresh green shoots  from the recent rain were pushing up everywhere through the bleached, dead grasses.  The remaining cornflowers were a brighter shade of blue.  More rain is predicted for this weekend,  and it’s more than welcome.

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September 10, 2026

Beautiful, empty library

Today I was in the University of Oregon library. UO starts late, so the students aren’t here yet. All the best seats were available, including my favorites with views of Pioneer Cemetery.

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September 9, 2026

Grateful

For our normal morning walk through Alton Baker Park along the canal to the pond. Big fish jumping in the pond, and the cormorants are back.

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September 8, 2026

Seaworthy

I’m revising my novel about a London kid abducted and taken to Maryland in 1657. “Can you give me a hand?” Stephen asked, “so I can get off the ship before it sails?” The fellow held out his hand without smiling. “Bad news, my friend. It will be some time...

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September 7, 2026

The Zombies come out in September

Last year was my first season with Thrill the World Eugene. We dance to Michael Jackson’s Thriller in costume to raise money for Sheltercare, a Eugene organization that provides help for the unhoused in our community. At a designated time near the end of October, our group dances simultaneously with...

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May 28, 2026

East Coast Celebration

Our mid-May trip to the east coast was a celebration of new life chapters. Grandson Aaron graduated from high school, and Bill’s sister Ann recently moved into a senior living community in Virginia. We enjoyed seeing Ann’s new digs and meeting the friendly neighbors. Ann joined their community “Olympics” parade,...

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April 27, 2026

Colorado Travels: to Glenwood Springs

Thursday, April 23, 2026 The last day of our Amtrak journey took us along the Colorado River through the beautiful Ruby Canyon area, which can only be seen by raft or train. Weather was beautiful, and we were able to step outside to take a look around Grand Junction. We...

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