Day 137 - Joining the Ranks

I tend to research things before I buy.  In truth, I'm a bit OCD about it.  I also don't tend to jump right on the bandwagon when it comes to the latest rage.  Case in point - I'm typically a year behind in getting the phone upgrade my carrier offers. Today, I finally caved in and got a smartphone.  Haven't even looked at the manual yet - just been tapping away until I figure something out.  I suppose the upside is that I can be connected at all times if I choose.  The downside is that this is just what I don't need. . .another source of procrastination.

Day 135 - Classroom "Treasures"

You never know what you might find on the floor of your classroom at the end of the day.  I have found everything from money to a condom (yes, it's true).  Just look at the prize I found today.

Day 135 - California Dreamin'

When my brother died in 2004, my sister and I came to the realization that life is too short to waste.  Since that time, we have tried to take a trip together each year.  The destinations have varied - South Carolina to Scotland just to name a couple.  We always have a good time and typically a few adventures along the way.  One such adventure occurred on the Isle of Skye.  We had to drive on the left side of the road in a car with the steering wheel on the right while traveling over country roads barely able to handle one car.  Thank goodness we made it to the Tallisker Distillery before they closed because we both needed a stiff drink.  This year we're heading to San Francisco, Carmel and Monterey during my spring break.  I'm doing some planning while my sister is in Barbados with her husband. While I am kind of jealous. . .I did get to join them a few years ago.

Day 134 - School's In Session

Teachers all around the area were cursing this morning although we will be glad in June. Not many schools closed or late today.  Interestingly, the school district where I live was closed. . .the school district where I work (32 miles away) was open.  Snow never prevents the very early morning dog walk.

My front step























and my street

Day 133 - Run For Your Lives. . .It Might Snow!

Seriously?  KING TV even chose to name this "potential" snowfall Snow-Zilla!  Isn't there some other news out there?

THIS is Snow-Zilla - the highway exit in my hometown after the Blizzard of 1978.

Day 132 - Footprints

We had a bit of snow last night and early this morning.

Finnegan and Skye don't care much for walking in the snow.

Grady, on the other hand, can't wait to get out there.














These are mine . . . they remind me of peanuts.

Day 131 - Seahawks Shocker

The game today just blew me away. . .but I am toasting with a beer made in Boston out of respect for my Patriots.