Saturday, February 21, 2009

DON'T YOU LOVE HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS

In an obscure bunch of old legal papers I found this. Written by
son when he was 15 and wanted a new skateboard. In defense of
our parenthood I will add that the ramp referred to in # 4 was a
large half pipe skateboard ramp we allowed him to install in the backyard
for about a year. The "raised Titanic" referred to in #5 was a huge 1972 black and yellow Ford Galaxy 500. It embarrassed the kids to drive it but it kept them all safe.
I'm happy to report son is now 34, married, father of
wonderful Noah and starting PA school in May.


Wednesday, February 11, 2009

READING, READING, READING.

Have you ever noticed how one thing leads to another and another and another.

In December I heard, after the fact, about a documentary that had aired on PBS titled "Inheritance". Although I had missed it on T.V. I discovered that their website was airing it in its entirty until January 12.




It was gripping. We left a few days later for California for two months. California might be the land of oranges and sun for some but it's the land where I settle down and take advantage of the great library's at Oceanside and Carlsbad. We've been here a month and I've finished 14 books. Yes, I'm a fast reader.

Anyway, the first trip to the Oceanside Library produced a new book on my list to read, "Searching for Schindler". "Inheritance" and "Schindler" took place in the same camp. Two days later I'm in Costco and the a lady in front of me is buying "Schindler's List". I mention that she might be interested in "Inheritance" and she tells me about "Girl in Hyacinth Blue". Meanwhile I've rented "Schindler's List" and also taken in the movie "Defiance". It occurs to me that maybe I need to take a break and read something a little lighter. I try but just can't seem to let it go.

Find another one with short essays titled " Small Miracles of the Holocaust" and finished up with


The Pages in Between" by Erin Einhorn which was excellent. Unfortunately, having access to two great library's does not cut down on my book buying. I've already bought three of the ones that I've read. I know, I know, just don't harp at me about it.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GOOD FRIEND

It's great to have good friends visit, expecially when somebody special is
having a birthday.
Happy Birthday Janean







Monday, February 2, 2009

NINA


The replica of the "Nina" is at the Oceanside Marina this week. We walked over and took a tour.
Trust me, it's not a cruise ship. Evidently it's the most accurate replica ever made. And did I mention how tiny it is. It's amazing they didn't all jump overboard 3 days out of harbor.




Friday, January 30, 2009

ANTIQUE STORE

There is a great Antique Mall in Solana Beach. Tried for an hour
to figure out how we could get this set of antique desks home. Finally gave up.

Can't beat a red Christmas Tree
Always wanted a good "Seed" box

Took lessons for 3 years and this is piano is just about my speed.

Lots of Fiesta Ware

For boiling Eggs. Would have bought this to go with my collection but not for $50.

I bought a furnished doll house, 6 Barbies and over 100 outfits for $50. at a garage sale. This
one is tagged $449.00.

Cute small cash register
Love this children's stove.


O.K. what's the story on this one. Life sized oil portrait of a really upscale beautiful lady.
Looks like she has/had money.
She's either the First Wife or she cut everyone out of the will, or, or, or.
Why else would a portrait this big be hanging in an Antique Store--with a large
"Sale" tag hanging from it.