Thoughts, experiences and adventures from a resident of DelSo aka Delaware Avenue South in Albany, N.Y.
…been walking on this gorgeous day, covering nearly xx miles between a morning loop in the Pine Bush with friends and a late afternoon lap to the Normanskill Farm and home again with Jeter. Without exception, the air felt warm and the sun bright and I’m really glad to have been able to spend my … Continue reading Ive
I think the happiest people I know all celebrate their birthdays more authentically as they age. that anniversary of another year around the sun becomes more significant as the number of years lived grows - and those still to come diminishes. there’s been a recent round of birthdays in my social circle and more than … Continue reading the weight of the world
The sounds of Lucca woke me after what had been a poor night’s sleep. I don’t blame my fitful and interrupted sleep on Lucca; it’s simply how my nights are at this point in my life. The occasions when I manage to remain asleep for more than four or five consecutive hours are pretty rare. … Continue reading Late night thoughts in Lucca about Sinéad O’Connor
Since first hearing about the Titan submersible situation I was pretty obsessed with following the story. I mean, how could you not? The coverage was unavoidable and updated with a frequency akin to costume changes at a Taylor Swift show.It was a compelling story, though, wasn’t it? The whole race-against-time-to-save-the-lives- of-5-adventurers-on-the-excursion-of-a-lifetime to observe the wreckage … Continue reading The cost of living
thug: A thug is typically referred to a male or female who commits crimes for personal gain through stealing, selling drugs, but especially violent crimes such as robbery and assault. I avoided this salacious story for as long as I could. I didn’t click through the headlines to learn more or watch the series which, … Continue reading Alex Murdaugh is a thug
You’ve been to a professional or team or school meeting at least once in your life, I imagine. At one such meeting, you’ve probably been presented with an opportunity to share any “questions, comments or concerns” about the materials covered or the topics shared. If you’re anything like me, you might have saved your questions, … Continue reading Questions, comments or concerns
Next Monday, our country will pause to remember all of those lost through the years in defense of our country. I mean, that’s the origin, at least, of what has come to be considered the unofficial start of the summer season. There will be cold beers quaffed and hot dogs chomped under the stars … Continue reading Memorial Day, 2022 style
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