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”
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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”
Swimming in Sunshine
The sea turtle in our living room seldom sees the sun except for a few weeks around the summer solstice. Now it gets to bask in the morning rays even as we enter the full summer swelter. The heat will last for a couple of months and then cooler temperatures will return. Indeed, the sunContinue reading “Swimming in Sunshine”
999
This is post number 999 since I started this blog in October, 2021. I had no idea that it would become this many when I first started. So, what does the future hold? I guess I’ll keep going until life quits giving me ideas, which doesn’t seem likely. #999 #blog #future
French Polynesia 2012 Day 8: Aranui, the Cruise Begins
#aranui #frenchpolynesia #cruise #tahiti
