Monthly Archives: February 2013

On Leaving America – Part 44

The End Is Here Saying goodbye to Seattle:Well, it’s been okay here. There was culture enough: operas—saw a dozen with my wife, some great comedians: Harvey Korman & Tim Conway, Lewis Black—Chris Rock. There were symphonies, great restaurants and lots … Continue reading

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Buckminster & Amber – 30

“Did you read Willie’s blog? ‘Tri Polar.’ Now he thinks he’s some kind of white bear. I told you he was losing it! This is not good. And I heard we’re going to stay a few days in Boots’ house. … Continue reading

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On Leaving America – Part 43

Sometimes it hits me like a brick wall and becomes more frequent as departure comes more near, matter of days now—and then hours. I don’t think this is my last blog. I bought an inexpensive laptop that seems to be … Continue reading

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Buckmister & Amber – 29

It’s not been easy for us; I can tell you that. Today for instance. These five guys came barging in and started taking stuff. I mean like they took everything. There’s nothing left! The color box is still blabbing away … Continue reading

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Kitten in the Snow

Kitten in the Snow.

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On Leaving America – Part 42

19 February 2019 Year of the Water Snake, I think. Twelve days to go. I am totally freaking out. Time is passing by faster than greyhounds, and there is still so much to do. We must be out of the … Continue reading

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Buckmister & Amber – 28

I really must protest Buck’s last blog. First the rug thing: I just happened to be sitting on a carpet sample when the rug-flipper was here. Lou saw how it matched my coat which she, of course, thinks is beautiful. … Continue reading

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Buckminster & Amber – 27

I can’t believe this! Amber got another cage! It probably cost three times as much as mine! It’s red . . . and quilted! Really. But I’m not surprised. It always goes this way. She’s such a flirt. You won’t … Continue reading

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On Leaving America – Part 41

The First Good-Byes Had my last dental visit yesterday. A damn good dentist, and expensive. He just stopped accepting my dental plan. I suppose I am leaving at a good time, but have been his patient over twenty years. He … Continue reading

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Bukmister & Amber – Part 26

Wow! She’s putting up a fight. She’s vicious with those nails, and wants no part of this. “Merrooow,” she snares. She’s fast and has a temper . . . and she’s out! . “Too small.” Lou looks at me but … Continue reading

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