Thoughts, experiences and adventures from a resident of DelSo aka Delaware Avenue South in Albany, N.Y.
For the past few months I’ve been closely following the activities in an eagles’ nest in Big Bear Valley, California. I’ve held my breath as the 3 eaglets hatched, waiting nervously for the third one to finally make their appearance, and witnessed their rapid growth fueled by a steady supply of fish and other game … Continue reading Looking west
Holidays inspired by wars and military service don’t always sit well with me. Why don’t we honor the people who risked their lives for this country 365 days a year? If they survived their service and returned home to lives of their choosing, shouldn’t they be taken care of as well as elected representatives are, … Continue reading Things to remember on Memorial Day
I don’t listen to radio very much anymore. Ever since my car radio tragically refused to abandon the AM band, I’ve become adept at playing either music or an audiobook from my phone via an aux cord. Techie, I’m not. There was a recent morning spent helping my kid manage his cat’s vet visit for … Continue reading Radio over
You know I appreciate all the wonderful, amazing things the world has to offer, but today, I’m feeling deep concern over the state of the country where I was born. Collectively, we have lost our way. This straying from the path of kindness and compassion is endemic, although it seems to be prompted by disparate … Continue reading All that you have is your soul
While I was at work Saturday night, I overheard a woman of perhaps the same age as the current century, talking about how the hospitality business where she works was impacted (positively) by the “political thing” downtown. Yes, “political thing” is a direct quote. She seemed completely clueless about what the protest was about, and … Continue reading The lady doth protest too much
Saturday, April 5th is looming large on my calendar - and hopefully yours as well. In my mind, tomorrow is the day when rational, peacefully empathetic people are going to communicate their absolute refusal to live in the country that Donald Trump is trying to turn the U.S. into. That country, one where oligarchs receive … Continue reading Protesting (&) solitary confinement
How are you doing? How close are you to feeling great? As for me, I feel as if I am perpetually in a state of high anxiety. I can’t seem to focus my thoughts or attention on a single thing because I am being constantly assaulted by news articles relating the most recent ridiculous, incompetent or offensive action … Continue reading Sending a Signal
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