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***This is a post I wrote back in 1997, and I was reading it not too long ago, and thought I'd post it here.***

What does it mean to be an American? It means that I have many freedoms, I have so many freedoms. Most people yearn for just a few of my freedoms. Yet, do I truly understand the privilege of being an American? Do I truly understand just how blessed that I am to live here in this marvelous country? I don’t think the majority of Americans do, we take our lifestyle for...

After calling and calling businesses for window cleaning and even just to find a job that pays me immediate money, to no avail...I think I have stumbled upon something that may pan out to help me make much needed income.

Perhaps even in time to pay my rent on Feb 1!

Curbside house number painting!

I previously looked at that a couple of weeks ago but was led to believe that it was illegal to do it in San Diego. It turns out that it isn't! The city even...

It has been alittle more then 2 weeks since Bill had his heart attack. I thought an update was in order.

Many of the symptoms Bill had that we suspected as a mini stroke have seemed to cleared out. Slowly each day, he is feeling better and seeming like his old self again.
We have a running joke between us, that goes along the lines of "We have to be careful because my husband is a jealous guy and he would be upset to find out I'm having an affair" Bill always replies...

Sadly the time to leave Alaska came sooner than I had anticipated and I will always remember the wonderful time I spent enjoying the scenic beauty and the spectacular wildlife of Southeast Alaska.

Next Stop: NW Oregon.

Mt Hood


A Coyote in the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge...