Took my nephews cycling in 90 degree weather. We passed hibernating school buses.
Category: In This Together
Open Street: Lyndale Avenue
Cycled a main drag (Lyndale Avenue) that had been closed to traffic for an “Open Street” event.
Class Student of the Month
Visited a grade school to watch my nephew being awarded class student of the month.
Consequences of War
Sheridan Memorial Park on our cycle ride today, where we are reminded of all our wars and all their costs.
The “Worthy” Poor
I was helping “Maria” to apply online for a job.She had a good job history, she was eager and presentable. Maria was just the kind of person I would want to serve me in the low-wage position she was seeking.There were just a couple problems that prevented her from completing the form: she didn’t have…… Continue reading The “Worthy” Poor
Animatronic Hell
Painting of Buddhist hell, Daihonzan Naritasan Temple, Kurume, Japan. The things you learn when you travel. I had no idea there was a Buddhist hell. I first caught a whiff of it this week in Unzenonsen, Kyushu, Japan. Hydrogen sulphide, boiling water bubbling out the ground, steam. It was Buddhist monks, back in 701 AD, who…… Continue reading Animatronic Hell
It Takes a Village
Yesterday I was in such an intense conversation with Iris, thirtyish, from Switzerland, we almost missed the only bus from the trailhead that day. I get to meet fine people when hiking. These are people who put some effort into their travels. They discover and research trails, they put one foot in front of another…… Continue reading It Takes a Village
It Takes a Village
Posted It Takes a Village (and the miracle of the lady with the beer).
Wise Words from an Airline Service Agent
Overheard an airline customer service agent in the hotel bar. Her colleagues call the Jerry Springer Show “church.”
Next: Naples, FL
Saturday, I drop Dwight off at MIA for his flight to MSP. I’ll spend the weekend with friends in their Naples condo.