Testimonials

Friday, January 08, 2010

I think they like me!

Well, it was early morning here, something that usually arrives on a daily basis every 24 hours.

Anyway, as I opened the French doors to greet the world, the world greeted me back in the form of 2 big green yellow eyes glaring at me.


Yes, it was another neighbor probably a friend of the same species I wrote in "The Cat Who Mistakes Me for a Rat".

It will be interesting to see what the morning brings.

Friday, December 25, 2009

'Twas the Morning of Christmas

It's now 7:45 am, and Santa, I think, just left.

As you see, he's eaten some of the homemade cookies and when I touch the glass, I can feel the warmth of his hands.


Around me I see the stockings hung in the windows with care,


And oops, gotta go, I think I hear the little ones!!!

Merry Christmas!!!!

Thursday, December 24, 2009

The Cat Who Mistakes Me for a Rat

With well-timed precision, just as the cock crows, perched on the top of a wooden fence,

s(he) is ...


The Cat Who Mistakes Me for a Rat

Waiting, and watching,

For no one other, than me.

Wednesday, December 09, 2009

Maybe Wool Would Do?

A well-endowed green bush, seen through french doors, stands with pride on a crisp (to me, damn cold) day, where, from nowhere, the color red is peeking through its plump leaves.

Intrigued, I reluctantly and slowly move toward the bush, all the while, my body shivering and my teeth clattering.

And,

 Maybe Wool Would Do

As I parted the leaves,

Lo and behold, this beautiful flower smiled back at me.

In less than a 30th of a second, I almost felt warmth.

Sunday, November 29, 2009

What You Won't Find Here!

A good old fashioned Rockaway Beach knish.



 Sieu Thi Story

Am I dating myself here?

You betcha.

A glorious memory of a reality savored BY ME in the late 60's.

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

The Girl With No Name

For those interested, I don't know who she is, except that she had a pretty face, raven hair and exotic eyes.

The Girl With No Name

The Girl With No Name

She was sitting in a booth at the county fair with no patrons and truly I don't know what she was selling.

But, I thought she looked nice and you would too, after looking at pigs, cows and chickens all day.

Saturday, November 21, 2009

The Middle Child

She is the second of 3.

Her oldest sister, Rania, just turned 3 and we have been celebrating her birthday for the past 3 days and will continue I daresay the next 23 hours.

Three weeks ago, a third sister, Safia was born.

So ... I am afraid my poor 15 month old grandchild is temporarily suffering the middle child syndrome.

The Middle Child

The Middle Child

To compensate for her status, I am posting this photo to memorialize her.

She's a pip, full of energy, with 4 new teeth this week and, suffering the terrible 2's after just turning ONE.

She's a ham and loves her photo taken. I adore her and her plump cheeks to death.

World!

Meet Nisha.



Friday, November 20, 2009

Strange Bedfellows

Now, really and truly,

I don't know if they're an item or not.

But,

 Strange Bedfellows

I think they are negotiators, communicators and possessors of emotional stability,

They are different from our world leaders or just plain folks in general.

What more can I say about our planet’s condition?

Sigh ….

It's a zoo out there.

Name That City!

Hey there. Let's play a game.

Can you identify the city and its buildings?

 Name That City!

Have fun!

And,

Place notes.

Thursday, November 19, 2009

A Profile of Courage

At first she reminded me of the Dr. Seuss character in "The Cat with the Hat".

A Profile of Courage

A Profile of Courage

But then I had a flash of the past.

Back in the day, I wore big, big glasses, comfy loose tops, torn jeans, short skirts etc before those styles became voguish in different eras.

And ... I didn't care what people thought.

I prided myself on non- conformity,

So, it was with a sigh and a smile, I took this photo.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Sunday, November 15, 2009

The Truth Be Told

Have you ever wondered what he did in the confessional booth?

The Truth Be Told

The Truth Be Told

Now you know!

And, REMEMBER, you saw it here first.

PS ... Taken by me like a speeding bullet, and that's the gospel truth!

Sunday, November 01, 2009

All Hallows Eve

October 31st,

Halloween night!


All Hallows Eve

My date has arrived,

A little understated

But!

Who cares.

He's only nine!

Happy Hallowe'en!!

Saturday, October 31, 2009

The Death of the Western Digital 160 Gig

The Western Digital 160 Gig Passed away, peacefully, with its owner in attendance at the age of 3 years . The Western Digital will be dearly missed by its owner. It was known for its large drive capacity and affordability that drew others to its like-kind.


Most importantly, it will always be remembered by one close to it of its reliability (when it worked) and guarantee of reliability that seemed to know no limit.

Purchased in June 2006, the Western Digital was tooted as an alternative device to safely backing up your important documents and photos.

And that was exactly what the owner did. She trusted it with important text and precious, irreplaceable photographs.

The Western Digital travled far and wide. It visited various parts of the United States and Europe always bringing a sense of relief that the owner's valuables were safely secured.

Upon its demise, the external drive drove its owner into a tailspin.

Many software products were purchased on a trial basis to recapture its data but to no avail. These softwares could not read the data nor could the computer read the data.

After a few months of serious contemplation, a recovery data company called SF Bay Area Low Cost Data Recovery was commissioned to retrieve the important information which it did, much to the owner's relief.

The owner does not need to receive condolences. Rather she wishes to tell you that because of her own experience she recommends the SF Bay Area Low Cost Data Recovery whose telephone number is 510-978-6549 and whose site link is http://www.sfbayarealowcostdatarecovery.com.

Personal Note: I don't care what part of the world you are in ... look at any company and if you are in doubt try SF Bay Area Low Cost Data Recovery. The owner is accessible, reliable and honest. I endorse and recommend them.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Penultimate Homage

He has drawn a caricature of me depicting my travels and taking photos of all around me.

He's a cartoonist extraordinaire from Argentina and has made a living through his art. How many of us can say that?


BARCALUNA DANDO UNA VUELTA EN EL DRAGONETTE II
by
Toti Spinelli

He has followed my blog, read my silly writings, enjoyed my photos and commented when time permitted.

His name is Toti Spinelli and he has paid me the penultimate homage one artist can pay another.

Follow his other links and TAKE A LOOK AT HIS ARCHIVES.

P.S. I know what you're thinking! No ... I've never met him but I am humbled and honored, that is certain.