The kid and I visited downtown Brea this afternoon to see an enormous collection of classic cars. I’d guess there were at least 200 cars on display.… Read more “Cruisin’ Brea Classic Car Show”
Holiday Feeling in Korea
As we inch further into the Christmas season, I’d like to share one of my all-time favorite photos. I took this shot in the early morning in… Read more “Holiday Feeling in Korea”
The Magical Summer of 2002
Today I read the sad news that Senegalese soccer hero Papa Bouba Diop had passed and my mind drifted back to the summer of 2002. You see,… Read more “The Magical Summer of 2002”
Earthquake
I woke up last night to some relatively violent shaking. It was a 4.5 degree earthquake (adjusted down from an earlier 4.6 rating) centered in South El… Read more “Earthquake”
Moving to Vietnam
This is it! We’ve moved to Hanoi, Vietnam. The intention is to spend a year here and see how it goes. If we like it enough, we’ll… Read more “Moving to Vietnam”
On to Ajijic
After a few days in Guadalajara, we took a taxi for the 45-minute drive down to the popular Lake Chapala town for retirees – Ajijic. It is… Read more “On to Ajijic”
What’s for Dinner?
Deep fried (in peanut oil) zucchini and soy sauce, pork chop (no photo unfortunately) … … and strawberries in sweetened condensed milk.
Meals that Bring Memories
Since my mother passed away in April, I’ve fallen way off my diet. It was an intentional choice – good food provided comfort. I bought a grill and… Read more “Meals that Bring Memories”
I’m a STAR
I received a pleasant surprise in out weekly staff meeting at work this morning – a completely unexpected Staff Appreciation and Recognition (STAR) Award for the fiscal… Read more “I’m a STAR”
Recollections and Predilections 