The sky was cloudless, the bluest of blues and, in the days following Tuesday, September 11, 2001, silent as if it too were in shock from what it had witnessed. The highways were orderly as generators were pulled behind tractor trailers headed south to provide light for those searching for survivors. Drivers were patient and … Continue reading Never to be forgotten
Tag: observations
When you wake up and the sky is pink…
You quickly pull on clothes, pausing to brush teeth, and grab your camera and dog and get outside. You make your way down the stone steps to the dock and the water and, if you're lucky, your Labrador actually obeys when you ask him to please not jump into the pond, thus allowing you to … Continue reading When you wake up and the sky is pink…
What I learned – Charleston edition
Five hours and two quick flights later, it is possible to be parking your rental car on King Street. My curls look best when my hair is dirty and salt water and sand are my chosen hair products. Charleston has far more liberals than I expected. There were even Bernie stickers! Where to eat and … Continue reading What I learned – Charleston edition
Slipknot and Scaramucci
A few years back I attended a music event called Mayhem at SPAC. The things we do for people we love! Anyway, we had a really nice afternoon, complete with sandwiches from Cardona's, listening to a bunch of bands. The bands weren't really my genre, but, it wasn't bad until Slipknot started their set. Their … Continue reading Slipknot and Scaramucci
Films x 5
I've been on a bit of a tear recently when it comes to watching movies. I've seen 5 in the last couple of weeks, a combination of new releases and catching up on older releases that I hadn't previously seen. It's kind of what happens when you've exhausted all the other options in our Hulu, … Continue reading Films x 5
Define “next business day,” Trustco
Looking over the business checking account the other day, I noticed something weird. Apparently, I'd been dinged with a $36 insufficient funds charge. I was more than a little surprised since the charge was levied on Tuesday, June 20 and I had deposited a substantial certified check, via the ATM, on 6/17. I find myself … Continue reading Define “next business day,” Trustco
Turn the page
As of 4:55 on a Wednesday in June, I no longer belong to the ranks of business owner - and it feels great. The transaction was as low-key and undramatic as are all of the involved parties. The deal was put together without realtor representation and the terms were easily agreed upon with minimal negotiation. … Continue reading Turn the page
