Quick Update (breather)

The firehouse, next door. I've taken many photos but doubt if I'll ever organize them to show the progress but here's a snapshot anyway of where we were and where we are. Should be complete in September. We've got our fence but they are still working extending into our property especially in front.  Long have been the days when we would climb over and into the property, although their security cameras are fake cams, but too many places to trip and fall.  

What Brings Us Together

   
     Oh lord, these days of hurt and anger. Divisive days, painful ways, sadness of loss.  Bombs, guns, murder, hate filled speeches and acts. Intolerance, Judgement  The killing of African American brothers and sisters by those sworn to protect our citizens. Slaughter of Police. The reality of Trump- that he could possibly be the next President of the United States. Very real. Orlando. Turkey. France. The state we are all in.

       Not only is our commonality what links us, but also the diversity and the differences of who we are, what we believe, with tolerance, understanding, with mercy makes us all better people, not worse. To witness a wedding of two different people who as the minister noted, together they make sense. Something that makes sense.  They bring hope to our troubled souls.  They lift my spirit, and help me believe in humanity. Their union encourages my faith.

          I hope Kaile and Adaya have the best of lives together. Here in the company of friends, in Maria's eyes, there is good.

In Troubled Times, Something Grounds Us and Gives Us Hope

                                                  Family Friends Community Mystery

The Big Three plus one

visit from the very cool Jenny Hoover

Dexter's room, at this point of time

 What are the chances of finding another 25 year old turtle on a busy road, and being not only able to spot it as such but to stop our moving vehicle, grab it before its run over by another car, provide it needed water and for now, give it our home as its home.  As long as she wants to be here, this is the place for her.

Clem's first visit

amazing Kathy Cupp's (with help from Marley)  candy treats!!

Stacey recording a birthday song for her pops, away in Oregon

at our fire pit courtesy of the Big 3 for my Father's Day

in my heart, all of you


on this day Anton Yelchin died.