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Category Archives: The House
Waking Up Laughing
I occasionally wake myself up laughing. I’ve done it all my life. And while I find it quite delightful– the laughter triggers laughter at that laughter– one’s sleeping partner might not always agree, although Miss Barbara, having been exposed to … Continue reading
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Just Photos
The last few days have been so beautiful here on Skinny Island we thought we’d forego any interpretation or pontification or comment of any kind and just let some photos of the environs of The Little Hacienda say a few … Continue reading
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Wind Moods
It’s very windy this evening on Skinny Island; out of the south at 15-20 mph, which means it’s a relatively warm wind; enjoyable, even caressing. When there a north wind, even this time of year, when the ambient temperature is … Continue reading
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We’re Still Here
Things continue apace here at The Little Hacienda on Skinny Island through all this madness. In fact, little has changed for us, except for maybe an increased appreciation for what we have, and how much we love it. The weather … Continue reading
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White Butterfly
A white butterfly has been following me all day. I’m not sure why. That was stupid to say; how could I ever be sure why ? All I know is I just saw it again just now, and all day … Continue reading
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The Tao of Staying Home
And here I thought Corona Virus was what you got when you drank too much Mexican beer! Not to be confused with Montezuma’s Revenge, which is a water-based bacteria, not a virus, but certainly another reason to stay home. Seriously, … Continue reading
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In the Garden
Hope springs eternal, I guess. Inspired by the spontaneous appearance of several lettuce plants down in the garden, we are going to give the spring garden another try. We let last year’s lettuce crop go to seed, and this appears … Continue reading
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Yo-Yo Weather & Birding
We have yo-yo weather here in Florida. That means it can be hot one day and cold the next. Yesterday morning I walked the beach in shorts, and wore them all day. This morning it was watch cap, hoodie and … Continue reading
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Final Dorian Update
It’s gone! It’s up east of Jacksonville late this afternoon. And we got off easy. We had a brief period of intense rain and wind last night, less than an hour, the wind sustained at maybe 45 mph, driving the … Continue reading
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The Governor of Skinny Island
With nary a drop of blood spilled, we have declared ourself Governor of Skinny Island. Pictured here in complete ceremonial attire, we assumed office on July 29, 2019, before a small but enthusiastic crowd. We accept this honor and responsibility … Continue reading
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