It's only been two days since I got off the Koningsdam and here I was leaving for Orlando for a Disney Parks and Cruise vacation. Travel Day Alaska Airlines offers the only nonstop to Orlando from San Diego. I still have credit from canceled pre-pandemic trips so booked this … [Read more...] about Disney Parks and Cruise: Travel Day
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Remembering 9/11
Today we remember those lost in the 9/11 attacks 20 years ago. Not many events can change the entire course of a country in a few hours. 9/11 did that among other things. That Day Every American who was at adult on 9/11/2001 remembers where they were when they heard about the … [Read more...] about Remembering 9/11
Catching Up: What I did the Past 10 Months
After my last social distancing update the blog took a leave of absence. I think I was a bit depressed from everything and uninspired. However life did go on and now that I have my groove back, let's catch up on a few highlights. September and October 2020 September was more … [Read more...] about Catching Up: What I did the Past 10 Months
Guess Who’s Retired!
Guess who pulled the trigger and retired. Yes I did it! I've been planning retirement for over a decade but wasn't sure of the timing until last summer. It became clear to me I was ready to hang it up and privately set my 27th work anniversary as the date. Pandemic … [Read more...] about Guess Who’s Retired!
Covid-19: August Update #socialdistancing
It's been nearly a month since my last post. We're doing well and sticking to routines (by that I mean diet, exercise and social distancing). I just haven't been inspired to write. Why? It's boring staying home day after day plus the feeling of hopelessness as Americans as … [Read more...] about Covid-19: August Update #socialdistancing