Category Archives: family

banjo man’s mountain birthday

Banjo Man wanted to hike into his cabin for his birthday.  So we packed a picnic lunch and, after piling into Sarge’s 4-Runner, we set off up the mountain with our son, daughter-in-law and grandson. Our grandson was thrilled because … Continue reading

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jammin’ with john

My daughter-in-law warned me:  He wants to learn how to make jam. Huh? It seems my four-year old grandson had seen a cooking show on television where a woman made jam and he had been totally, completely fascinated.  His mother … Continue reading

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i have company

Here is my 4 year old grandson surveying the lake for the first time.  He’d arrived fifteen minutes earlier.  After a very long ride (2+ hours) from the airport–and after a very early flight from his home in Texas–he and … Continue reading

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summer colors

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the summer so far

Summer update, without photos: We’ve had a heat wave, but I think it’s over.  We had a break from the heat, but then again…it might be back.  I am not complaining.  I like it. Because this was only five months … Continue reading

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this year’s parade

I’m really late getting these posted, but Banjo Man’s family was here for the Fourth of July parade and festivities (it’s an annual tradition) and I’ve been really, really busy (but I can’t tell you what I’ve been doing exactly, … Continue reading

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i’m back

Sorry for not posting.  As you can see, I’ve been very busy. I was with two of my peeps, celebrating the beginning of summer and the resumption of Lessons With Doug.  This is like “Tuesdays With Morrie” except with Doug … Continue reading

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have basil will travel

Every year I arrive at the lake and plant my garden.  My garden consists of two large pots by the front door, into which go tomato plants (I usually buy the last two tomato plants at Walmart) and basil (which … Continue reading

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it’s not simple

Banjo Man doesn’t believe in traveling light.  He needs his special pillow.  His special blanket.  His sleep apnea machine.  Laptop.  Bag of vitamins and supplements and medications.  Food containers.  Snacks.  Cooler.  Clothes.  Good grooming supplies. That’s why he needs a … Continue reading

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day one, zane grey part 2:

I’m in a hotel in Terre Haute, Indiana.  It’s the end of day three here on the road and I’m very, very behind on posting blogs. But there is so much to say!! I have photos of Zane Grey’s living … Continue reading

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