I am in Arlington enjoying a beautiful sunny summer day.
Well, I am not sure how much i am enjoying it as I am indoors. I am being somewhat productive today as I am in the midst of violating several copyright laws. the ability to easily copy cds onto my new computer is a great thing.
I stopped by Arlington to see the Cavelheri's. erik and his family are in the US for a bit and Ed and Val still live near each other.
I made record time getting to Val's house - 10-ish hours!!!!!!
there was construction on Rt 81 in PA, if you can believe it. I took a few detours and I do not know whether or not they saved me any time.
Once I got to VA, I went direct to Val's, which is not a way I usually go. I did it to save time. When I was within 15 minutes or so of her house, I got lost. An hour later, I arrived at her door. Ugh.
I don't drink too often but I was ready to after that drive.
I will head back to Canada this weekend. I spent the better part of 2+ weeks there and had a great time. The weather and the water were fantastic. The wind, too. Annie and I had a great sail. There may be some pics or vids of our adventure.
I think there are some vids of some rock jumping, including one that finished much better than I thought it would.
Note to self: do not run towards the end of cliffs when rocks are slippery.
See you soon
bjm 7.24.08
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
nirvana!!!
Well, not quite . . . but all in all the weather was favorable for the visitors at Charleston Lake. What's a little rain when there are books to be read and bracelets to be braided? And there's always the laundromat.
Great time in Kingston with the Buskers. Mango was the big attraction in our group; no one bothered to pat any of us on the head.
Halibut Head, however, landed on Martin twice! I'm sure the NH folks will add some pics to this brief report. As I left yesterday the lake was at its best --------- white caps racing from Doc's island to Bass Rock under brilliant sun and bluest skies.
There are still openings in our book of reservations . . . nsm
Great time in Kingston with the Buskers. Mango was the big attraction in our group; no one bothered to pat any of us on the head.
Halibut Head, however, landed on Martin twice! I'm sure the NH folks will add some pics to this brief report. As I left yesterday the lake was at its best --------- white caps racing from Doc's island to Bass Rock under brilliant sun and bluest skies.
There are still openings in our book of reservations . . . nsm
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
Thursday, July 03, 2008
Canada Day
Greetings from Charleston Lake, where the wind is up and the sun is setting over Mud Bay. I arrived this past Saturday for a week (or 2 or 3?) of relaxation. After the tough year i have had, i need a little time off.
Well, maybe not.
At the end of August, it will be a year to the day that I have worked to earn a paycheck. 10 months without work is not something of which I am proud - well, maybe just a little bit. Aside from the need to pay some bills, i have not felt the great need to get back into the working world. if only i could find some way to keep me in this life to which I have become accustomed. (I did by a lotto ticket just in case my luck has changed.)
I will have to work, at some point. I know that.
Each week, I do apply for jobs and I have had one (unsuccessful) interview. As I look out over the lake and watch the waves go by, I don’t feel in a rush to get that second interview.
I had two great days of sailing - possibly the best ever. there was no letup in wind on Sunday and Monday. The big issue was getting the boat rigged with only two hands. I succeeded and had a great time.
There was no wind yesterday (July 1) - only sunshine and blue skies. I took advantage of the day by staining the back deck and finishing my second book of the trip.
I started and finished “A Thousand Splendid Suns.” For those of you who do not know, it is the second book by the author of “The Kite Runner.” I enjoyed the second one but I enjoyed The Kite Runner more.
Side Note: This is Osprey Week at the lake. I have had 5 or so sightings since Sunday, including a nice fly-over and dip in the water. I don’t know if i am seeing one or more ospreys but seeing any is always a thrill. (I thought i spotted another one, just now, over Princess Island but it is a turkey vulture.)
The second book I finished was “The Places in Between”. It is written by a Scotsman who walked through Afghanistan in 2002. A guy pulling a knife on you in a Nicaragua beach town wouldn’t rate a mention in this guy’s life. If you have an interest in the book, let me know and i will pass it on to you.
As I sit in the shadows of the setting sun and look out at Doc’s island, I can’t helpbut think how nice it would have been if Maureen had been able to become friends with the owners. some part of that island has sun every minute that the sun is out.
But I can’t complain about the set-up we have here.
Enjoy the holiday weekend. See you all soon. bjm
******** I know I am seeing more than one osprey because 2 just flew through the Princess Island channel, in front of the cottage, and over Van Allen’s. I hope they are still around when the NH Murray’s arrive next week. ****************
the Next DAy: I took a quick kayak ride last evening. i rounded VanAllen's corner heading to Mud Bay. Across the channel I noticed activity in the Osprey nest. if you make it to the cottage, i think you are sure to see an osprey or two.
Well, maybe not.
At the end of August, it will be a year to the day that I have worked to earn a paycheck. 10 months without work is not something of which I am proud - well, maybe just a little bit. Aside from the need to pay some bills, i have not felt the great need to get back into the working world. if only i could find some way to keep me in this life to which I have become accustomed. (I did by a lotto ticket just in case my luck has changed.)
I will have to work, at some point. I know that.
Each week, I do apply for jobs and I have had one (unsuccessful) interview. As I look out over the lake and watch the waves go by, I don’t feel in a rush to get that second interview.
I had two great days of sailing - possibly the best ever. there was no letup in wind on Sunday and Monday. The big issue was getting the boat rigged with only two hands. I succeeded and had a great time.
There was no wind yesterday (July 1) - only sunshine and blue skies. I took advantage of the day by staining the back deck and finishing my second book of the trip.
I started and finished “A Thousand Splendid Suns.” For those of you who do not know, it is the second book by the author of “The Kite Runner.” I enjoyed the second one but I enjoyed The Kite Runner more.
Side Note: This is Osprey Week at the lake. I have had 5 or so sightings since Sunday, including a nice fly-over and dip in the water. I don’t know if i am seeing one or more ospreys but seeing any is always a thrill. (I thought i spotted another one, just now, over Princess Island but it is a turkey vulture.)
The second book I finished was “The Places in Between”. It is written by a Scotsman who walked through Afghanistan in 2002. A guy pulling a knife on you in a Nicaragua beach town wouldn’t rate a mention in this guy’s life. If you have an interest in the book, let me know and i will pass it on to you.
As I sit in the shadows of the setting sun and look out at Doc’s island, I can’t helpbut think how nice it would have been if Maureen had been able to become friends with the owners. some part of that island has sun every minute that the sun is out.
But I can’t complain about the set-up we have here.
Enjoy the holiday weekend. See you all soon. bjm
******** I know I am seeing more than one osprey because 2 just flew through the Princess Island channel, in front of the cottage, and over Van Allen’s. I hope they are still around when the NH Murray’s arrive next week. ****************
the Next DAy: I took a quick kayak ride last evening. i rounded VanAllen's corner heading to Mud Bay. Across the channel I noticed activity in the Osprey nest. if you make it to the cottage, i think you are sure to see an osprey or two.
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