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Tis the Season

Summer is here in Florida, and that means two things, heat and storms. Even though there are no hurricanes nearby, the afternoons always bring threats of thunderstorms with high winds and drenching rains. But that is not all bad; they also cool the air significantly. Yesterday the temperatures went from the low 90’s to theContinue reading “Tis the Season”

Sunbeams and Shadows

The rising sun shone brightly through the decorated window above the door and cast shadows on the adjacent wall; another brief but bright memory. #morning #sunbeam #shadows

Ruby Tuesday

The rising sun again painted the sky red but just for the briefest moments. The colors soon faded away, to be missed until their ethereal return at the start of another new day. It made me think of the chorus of the song “Ruby Tuesday” by the Rolling Stones. “Goodbye, Ruby TuesdayWho could hang aContinue reading “Ruby Tuesday”

Strings Strung

The strings were sprung and worn; time to replace them. They were loosened, then cut and removed. The fretboard was cleaned and treated as well as the rest of the wood. One by one, the new strings were attached and tightened. Finally they were treated with string conditioner, stretched and tuned, and retuned and… ItContinue reading “Strings Strung”

Cardinals Rule

Rain clouds dampened the surroundings and darkened the scene until this colorful cardinal, undaunted by the recent weather, came to enlighten the view. Even on the gloomiest of days they can always make things brighter, and I am quite happy to say that I also know some people like that. #cardinal #rules #enlighten #rainyday

What Goes Up…

There was a hot time in the old town on Fourth of July night. Heavy rains ceased just in time for the fiery revelry to commence. We remained indoors during the flashy commotion, and I am glad that we did. The next morning we found the remains of fired works that had landed in ourContinue reading “What Goes Up…”

Not All Who Wander…

Perhaps “Tarzan” needs a VPS (Vine Positioning System)! #tarzan #gps #lost #allwhowander

Happy Birthday America!

Wishing the best to all who call the United States of America home! (PS–Happy Birthday to Joni, too!) #fourthofjuly #USA #home

Out With the Bath Water

It’s bathing done, the hawk beat a hasty exit from the birdbath, leaving behind a streaming trail of droplets. (Composite of two images) #birdbath #hawk #redshoulderedhawk

Crepuscular Jupiter

The rising sun cast beams of light across the blue, morning sky. Shy Jupiter sat subdued in the middle ray just to right of center. These bright sunbeams are also known as crepuscular rays, a term that can securely cement any conversation squarely in the center Nerdsville. It comes from the Latin word, crepusculum, whichContinue reading “Crepuscular Jupiter”