My journal of big words and pretty pictures
Three one four, et al A day to celebrate pie Pizza or apple My grandma Jessie could baked the heck out of some pies. Her coconut cream and lemon meringue pies were legendary. The crusts were light and flaky, melt in your mouth goodness. She died in 1997 at 81 years old. I miss her, … Continue reading Pi Day
Burrowed into an overstuffed, leather chair in his office, Ricky swirled the ice in his rocks glass, fascinated by the thick legs on his whiskey. Watching the amber liquid slide down the sides of his drink, he was transfixed. Throwing back the last of the fiery liquor, Ricky reached for the nearby bottle. On close … Continue reading Forgive and forget
Back story No. 1: About eight years ago, I served on a federal jury. For two weeks our panel heard evidence in a fraud case that netted the defendant about $65 million from a rather sloppy Ponzi scheme. We took a smidge under two hours to convict. The sentence was 33 years, approximately six months … Continue reading This is not a cookie fortune
"He's an ugly crier." Pru refused to look at the village bellman as he rang out the day's announcements. "Oyezzz, Oyezzzz, Oyezzzzz!" He shouted, drawing out the words to coax the townspeople into the square. Dressed in his familiar tricorne hat, white britches and red coat, from behind he cut quite a figure. It was … Continue reading Best laid plans
Saturday, I wandered around trails at Blackwater River State Park near Holt. The recent rains made everything extra soggy, so I was grateful for the beam boardwalks wending through the woods. And... yes, I did execute my best Olympic gymnast dismount arm flourish when I reached the end of each segment without falling off into … Continue reading Hundred Acre Wood
At least once a year, I get on some kind of "Get Healthy" kick. I watch what I eat - smaller portions; less sodas and more water; extra veggies and fruit - and I add in more exercise to my daily routine (2-4 miles) along with my weekly photo hikes This year is no different. … Continue reading A healthy perspective
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