Monthly Archives: December 2015

Racetrack

I adore our home. It’s small by modern standards however it has a thoughtful layout that lends itself well to our life.  A favorite feature is the racetrack. After you watch Elizabeth and Roscoe wear each out I’m sure you’ll … Continue reading

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Kinda Christmasy

We got our tree from Minnesota Bob Sunday before last but I didn’t have much interest in decorating with stress and worry and then sorrow for papa.  Christmas Eve arrived and the tree was still naked. I pulled the ornaments … Continue reading

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Dogs, glasses, and papas teeth

I know how to raise a puppy.  I do.  A tenant of raising any young thing is if you don’t want it destroyed don’t leave it within reach. Especially if you require them for driving, say.   Now this is … Continue reading

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Roscoe

I am very pleased with this boy. He learns quickly, enjoys meeting new people, and is fast becoming Elizabeth’s dog instead of mine. She feeds him dinner, kennels him, and plays until they are both pooped. He revels in waking … Continue reading

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Rituals and grief

I hope we have papas service soon. I need the ritual of grieving to help me handle these emotions. Most fulfilling grieving process ever was when I helped wash and prepare the body of a dear friend. It was an … Continue reading

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Goodbye, papa

Goodbye papa. I have good memories of you.

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Hyster

And on the way in we saw a piece of Hyster equipment. For years my papa travelled the west coast. First he was a mechanic called in to fix stuff that others couldn’t. Later he taught other mechanics what he … Continue reading

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Fishes

We visited Alaska Coral & Fish tonight. A nice young lady introduced Elizabeth to a variety of fresh water fish called ‘Doctor fish’. They stay small and nibble, nibble, nibble on your fingers. The young lady introduced us to lots … Continue reading

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Waiting

Christmas shopping with Scott, waiting to hear that my father has died. Strange juxtaposition of emotions. I’m happy Elizabeth and I were fortunate enough spend time with him at Thanksgiving.

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Take that, technology

I stopped posting out of frustration for awhile because the update of the WordPress app caused all images to appear WAY to big on the site. I finally called in the Googler and learned how to make it right. Yay … Continue reading

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