A long time ago, back in the nineties, I took a sabbatical. In modern terms, this would kind of be a gap year, except I was a bit older. I'd tried a career that wasn't working out. So I grabbed every job I could for around twelve months to save money, and took off for... Continue Reading →
Orioles
Today was one of those days that made me believe in just doing things whether you feel like them or not, just because they're a good idea. I was unenthused, and tired, but I knew that if I was going to get in my weekly swim, it'd better be today. My local pool is closed... Continue Reading →
Foxes
There are three young foxes in my neighborhood. I saw them for the first time a few weeks ago, and then more recently they've been wandering around in front of my building. I can see them from the balcony, and watch them playing. They dragged a shoe from somewhere, and have strewn bits of wood... Continue Reading →
Duck Butt
Ducks, when they eat, sometimes dip their heads into the water and munch on whatever it is they munch on. It is colossally unattractive. I call that "duck butt" and it makes me laugh every time, but it's really just me. (What do you call an inside joke where you're the only one laughing?) It's... Continue Reading →