I was taking photos of the fig tree and the peach tree, but what I got was an interesting study in perspective. From this perspective, it looks like I’m uphill from the house, but the land is level. I’m perplexed as to why the back porch looks like it’s … Continue reading →
I’m a writer. If you’re a writer, you’re probably thinking “query” in the title refers to a writing query. Not this time. This is a business query, which writing queries are, too. This one came to my husband and I from “THE premier central Texas ranch brokerage.” We’re not particularly … Continue reading →
After my visit to the osteopath, I’m reminded again just how important flexibility is to our overall health. I usually ride my recumbent bike during the winter, but in the summer when I’m doing a lot more yard work, the bike slides down on the priority list.[ One thing the … Continue reading →
Hubby brought me a present last week. He found it when he was cleaning out the shop. Here’s the cover shot: Those of you of a certain age will recall how controversial the TV show featured on the cover of this issue of Newsweek was. Today, of course, it … Continue reading →
My paternal grandmother’s favorite bird was a cardinal. Whenever I see a cardinal, I think of Grandma. This photo was taken several years ago when I was stationed in Virginia, but I see cardinals all the time here in Central TX, on the ranch, and down in San Antonio. As … Continue reading →
I have an extensive to be read list. In fact, it’s probably more like a book case. I have a physical book list. I also have a ton of e-books, most of them in Kindle format. All are waiting (mostly patiently) for my time and attention. My reading has been … Continue reading →
What have we been working on for the past month on the various properties? In San Antonio, hubby finished the next phase of the driveway bricking project. It was looking good when I left, but he wasn’t done yet, so I don’t have pictures to share at this time. I … Continue reading →
As you may recall, we did the Grand Tour back in May. One leg of the trip was on Amtrak’s Coast Starlight. We experienced some lovely views along the California coastline as well as in the mountains further north. Then we got into Oregon and the mountain switchbacks where … Continue reading →
I guess two posts a month on something health-related might be more than I need to do. Or I need to plan better. I’m drawing a blank for what to talk about today. What would you like to hear about from a health perspective?
Continue reading →Hubby has a lot of hobbies. One of them is his cars (1946 Mercury), and that has extended to service station items in recent years. A little over a year ago, he purchased an antique gas pump and had it refurbished. Here are the before and after shots: Before: … Continue reading →