I can see that my morning writing time is about up … And I forgot that December 6 was his 1-year anniversary here and his guess-work third birthday. We’re goin’ for a walk.
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I can see that my morning writing time is about up … And I forgot that December 6 was his 1-year anniversary here and his guess-work third birthday. We’re goin’ for a walk.

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It snowed before and after the November 5 election and probably was the best snow we’ve had at my 6,000 foot home elevation since 2006. I measured 10 inches on the picnic table on November 7 and there probably were an inch or two more before settling. Cowboy 2.0 started out doubtful but was enjoying …
Green chile chicken stew for dinner. Using the Range Cafe recipe for the first time, although I’ve often enjoyed it in nearby Bernalillo. Cowboy 2.0 has gone to bed before the polls close but probably will join me on the couch later when he realizes I’m still up. Among other things, I’m wishing my brother …
Aurora Borealis from home, Oct. 10, 2023. iPhone on night mode, which I think is longer exposure. This is not what I could see with my own eyes. I could detect some color with my eyes but it was much fainter, almost indiscernible. Cowboy 2 stretching in the light of the TV, suggesting that it’s …
We’re watching Milton. I keep remembering climate change in our neck of the woods: aridification. I wouldn’t be surprised if the other guy is thinking about rabbits.

It’s 7:30 a.m. I am three weeks past my 75th birthday, a week past Covid and happy to be feeling well, even if forced to rise earlier than planned. The day before my birthday, I got an oncology report with the words “no evidence of … ” The first-time Covid symptoms that started the day …