I Could Not Be Happier
Five months ago Bank of America filed foreclosure papers on the home of a couple, who didn’t owe a dime on their home. They had paid cash for the house. The case went to court and the homeowners were able … Continue reading
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Gig Harbor
The more we neared, the more ominous the sky became.
Kingston
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Tenderness
Port of Seattle
The SBX Radar is here for repairs. Everett, Seattle and San Diego are the only ports on the West Coast deep enough to accommodate the 25-story anti-missile radar. Apparently, there was some kerfuffle about not bringing it here, but I … Continue reading
Tristan Ryan
Point Robinson
The lighthouse, built in 1885. It still has the optical glass Fresnel lens – the only one left in the Sound. Nearby, the coastguard has a lot of high tech navigation equipment, along with a huge radio tower, and the … Continue reading
Vashon Island
Horizon to horizon panorama, over my head. Turned sideways so it makes a little more sense. A stunningly beautiful day (Click for a larger image): West Seattle from Gold Beach:
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Fauntleroy-Vashon
In the headwind coming off the mainland, gulls hang motionless in the air.
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Get ready, y’all! Only ten days left!
NPR ran a cameo on Harold Camping’s prediction that “the rapture” is officially scheduled for May 21, 2011 at 6PM. No, I’m not kidding. The NPR spot had interviews with followers who have planned their finances to run out on … Continue reading
Money Laundering in the Digital Age
Dear [your name here], After reviewing your resume posted at the [xx] website, we believe that you are a good match for a Expedited Payment Analyst Position in our company. The Company we are representing is small but respectful in … Continue reading
16 Years Ago Today
When I was there, I found those little chairs heart-wrenching.
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The Anatomy of Pain
After our January car crash.
A Way to Say Thank You
Camille finally bought a new car, so its time to give Erin’s chariot a thorough swabbing before we give it back. Vehicle paint takes an enormous amount of abuse, particularly here in the Northwest where there is an inordinate amount … Continue reading
Yet Another Outrage
I guess this is a cautionary tale about borrowing things. When Camille’s car was destroyed in our recent accident, her friend Erin lent Camille her BMW while Camille was waiting for the insurance payout to replace our Camry. A couple … Continue reading