Sunday, July 30, 2006



I love toys. I love toy stores. I especially love toy stores that sell shot glasses and bartending supplies right next to the wind-up race cars....now that's my kind of toy store! I dragged my dear friend Philip into this toy store, and he tolerated my girlish squeals as I skipped from one item to the next. He was even obliged to play along. For 30 minutes, he put his plans on hold so I could shriek with delight as I fondled all the goodies. ;) What a trooper. I settled on a tiny foam hand and some super-groovy stretch body bits!!!!! For the bargain price of $4.27, I also got instant attitude adjustment. I got to forget about the stress of work, war, and worry. I got to be a kid again, for just a few minutes, but the feeling of innocence and happiness lasted all night. (or maybe it was just the good company!) The next time I'm feeling a bit run-down, or wonky.....I'm grabbing my yo-yo, and a friend who will play.

Thursday, July 20, 2006



This is the most beautiful place in the world. Or, at the very least, the most beautiful place I've ever seen. It's about a 45 minute hike from a rest stop on the island of Kauai. I would give 3 toes to live within driving distance from this place...and I'd be happy about it.