Musings – Blaine Voyage

Running From Disaster

October 10, 2017

Climate change sure feels real when you spend two months trying to drive away from its effects. … More Running From Disaster

Las Vegas On My Mind

October 3, 2017

What happened in Vegas does not and cannot stay in Vegas, and we all must work to bring it to a halt. … More Las Vegas On My Mind

Sketchy Adventures in The Badlands

August 26, 2017

In which I realize that despite our occasional grumping at each other, I’m pretty lucky to have Mike in my life. … More Sketchy Adventures in The Badlands

I Don’t Like Zoos

August 16, 2017

Following a trip to the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago, Julie explains why she doesn’t like zoos. … More I Don’t Like Zoos

Canadian Tooth Fairy

August 4, 2017

A visit from the Canadian Tooth Fairy. … More Canadian Tooth Fairy

Morning Tetris

August 3, 2017

Packing the car is my daily spatial relations quiz. … More Morning Tetris

Acadia Night 3 — Tent Camping Etiquette

July 27, 2017

Usually, tent campers are amazingly pleasant, cooperative, and helpful. Except when they’re not. … More Acadia Night 3 — Tent Camping Etiquette

Rooted

April 19, 2017

Paradoxically, having strong roots makes it easier to set out on an adventure, because we know we will be welcomed home with open arms. … More Rooted

By Mom Jeckyl and Mom Hyde So those of you who either know me in real life or have read some of the adventures involved in getting our house ready to go on the rental market know that in general, my housekeeping . . . well . . . ummm . . . sucks leaves … More The Clean House Crazies