-TIME WARP -

I give up!  Just when I think I have this time thing figured out, I get lost in it.  Thus, I am back to my physical calendar and now all I have to do is look at it regularly.  This in itself may be a challenge.  Oh well, it gives me something to do.  Although these things to do are what gets me lost in the first place.  So, I give up!

I have just become a Great Aunt, again.  My Nephew and his wife, in Florida, are now the parents of their first child, a baby boy, who was born yesterday.  The new parents look very proud and happy (and maybe just a little tired) and the little one appears quite content.  Congratulations to each of you and may you enjoy good health and happiness always.  

My landlady is allowing me to use the therapy pool for canines to swim.  I usually swim early in the mornings.  Today I was visited by several swallows.  They took turns swooping down to the top of the water, gathered water in their feathers and then flew off to wherever they are building their nests.  I felt very honored that they felt comfortable with me swimming to do what comes natural for them.  

There are many residents who do all sorts of things to deter these birds from nesting under their eaves.  It can be messy while they are raising their young.  Though once a nest has been started people usually leave them alone until the young birds have flown away.  These birds must find some, unusual places (out of the way of humans) to build their unique homes.

I also have a pair of birds who are nesting in the jasmine bush just outside of my window.  They are nondescript brown birds and have accepted the fact that I sit at the window when I am on the computer.  I do notice them around the bush more often when I am away from the window.

Once I finish the inside of my humble little abode I will begin working on the outside with potted plants and bird feeders and possibly a bird bath.  I hear so many wonderful bird songs and I want to encourage them to visit here more often.  Not so sure about the woodpecker though.  I think I'll leave him to find his own food sources and preferably somewhere other than this house.

A pigeon dance!

I was chatting with a seaman at the docks recently and he asked if I had seen the blue pigeon.  I have not seen it yet though now I am on the hunt.  Right now, the pigeons are mating and they can be seen all around the docks doing their thing.  Their colors are amazing and I can imagine just how beautiful the blue one must be.  It is quite curious that their were no pigeons when I used to live here before.

We are experiencing some unusual weather just as the rest of the world.  Rarely did this little coastal town experience temperatures even into the eighties.  During the past ten years or so, that I am aware of, this has changed and there have been years when temperatures over 100 degrees have occurred.

This past week we had two days over 90 degrees and several in the upper eighties.  Since then, and thankfully I might add, the temperatures have been in the sixties and seventies. The cooler weather is one of the many reasons I chose this spot to settle.  When this area is hot it is a challenge as most buildings are without air conditioning since it is rarely needed.  Shade and fans are ones only salvation.

Green grasses on the Rock and white where the birds sit!

We have been experiencing afternoon Santa Ana winds which have created many issues in Southern California with the wild fires.  Everything here is just as dry as further south and I am very grateful we had some rainfall not too long ago.   This is keeping our hills fairly green and less apt to be susceptible to wild fires.  There is a prediction of drizzle tonight and tomorrow which will help bring some dampness back to our area.

Prayers and healing to all those who are adversely affected by the recent fires.  To those affected by the huge amounts of water flowing through their areas all around the world.  To those in Turkey affected by the mine explosion and the school girls and families of those taken from their homes.  I send love and healing thoughts to all those struggling with their current conditions.

I remain grateful for my life situation and all those wonderful people, animals, plants and nature that are currently a part of all I experience.  Blessings to all!

Male mallard resting on a warm rock!

To all those celebrating,

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Michelle!

Happy Birthday, Ryan Luke!

Happy Birthday, Heather!

Happy Birthday, Deborah!

Happy Birthday, Kathy!

"When I stand before God

at the end of my life,

I would hope that I would not

have a single bit of talent left,

and could say,

'I used everything you gave me'.

Erma Bombeck

Enjoy your talents!

MOTHER'S DAY BLESSINGS -

I offer this picture to bless your spirit.

Thank you for being you!!!

May each person who has ever been a part of any sort of maternal action know they are loved and cared about today and always.  May you continue to be an inspiration to all on your path.  

MORRO BAY CAR SHOW -

This past weekend Morro Bay hosted its annual car show.  The last time I remember seeing it was in 2001 and all I can say is there are many more cars now than then.  I was amazed at the extensive display of vehicles that were sporting some just as amazing paint jobs.

There used to be maybe only four streets of the main part of town that were closed to traffic during the event.  Well, this year there were probably about a dozen, including many of the side streets.  They have music going all day long around the area which adds a nice touch as everyone is meandering around enjoying the specimens.  

Kettle corn is always a staple at these kinds of events and the aroma generated a long line of anxiously awaiting customers.  Everyone appeared to be relaxed and the weather completely cooperated.  Clear blue skies, perfect temperatures and zero wind.  The best!

All of the cars brought all of the people.  Vehicles of all sorts were parked along the streets which rarely see any activity.  There were trailers and toy haulers for transporting  these prize vehicles.  Motor homes, cars, boats and all sorts of traveling modes to be seen everywhere.  Quite a sight.

And, with the people, comes the garbage strewn about our beautiful city.  My trip to the Rock this morning was filled with more trash than I usually pick up in a week, when it is just us locals.  I find it sad that tourists feel it is alright to trash places where ever they go.  I always wonder if they keep their homes and yards in such a dirty condition.

For me, the best part was Sunday afternoon when my older brother and his wife came from Clovis.  They were meeting up with one of their sons who lives in Washington and he and his friend were traveling through the area.  So, I got to see them and share dinner.  It was a great treat as it has been way too long since I have  spent time with them.  

The wind did come up later that afternoon, died down over night and was back again Monday.  Predictions are a few more days of wind and then they say something about fog.  What do they know?

Walking to the Rock this morning brought to view a huge vessel entering the harbor.  It appeared to be something larger than what I would expect to see venturing into Morro Bay.  Turns out they are dredging again to keep the harbor open.  

When I previously lived here, (1999 - 2002) they would run a large pipe across the road and pump the dredged materials out on the beach.  Then they had to smooth it out with large trucks.  Now they fill the vessel, take it far out and away from the harbor entrance and dump it back in the ocean.  Technology!  Rather interesting to watch.

Our otter family of 15 staying clear of the dredger!

I am on the tail end of a cold so handkerchiefs go with me everywhere.  I only had about two days of feeling down and being unable to taste anything before regaining my strength and stamina.  I am uncertain how it all started though I am very grateful it has almost completely passed.  Must be the good old salt air.  I'll take it.

I like it!

To All Those Celebrating,

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Valerie!

Happy Birthday, Mike!

Happy Birthday, Sharon!

"Take a course in good water and air;

and in the eternal youth of nature

you may renew your own.

Go quietly, alone;

no harm will befall you."

John Muir

Enjoy your good water and air!!!

COASTAL MORNINGS MAY SLO EMAIL

Coastal Mornings

May 2014 SLOCOASTJOURNAL Article

http://www.slocoastjournal.com/docs/roeadventure.html

- MIRACLES ALL AROUND -

Where to begin?  So much is happening in such a short span it is almost difficult to keep track of everything.  I think I will start with the best news ever.  A dear friend who was diagnosed with cancer last fall is now cancer free!  Recovery is continuing and I ask all of you to continue to keep her in your prayers.  I thank each and every one of you for all the prayers you offered when I asked way back then.

I also know two other people here in Morro Bay that are each in their own healing process from cancer and leukemia.  I see all these people as inspirations and being very strong and courageous souls.  I feel privileged to know them and I am so grateful they have come into my life.

About a week ago I was walking back home from the RV park and had to stop in the middle of the sidewalk and gaze at the amazing view of the ocean and harbor as the sun was shining on both.  There were wispy clouds, a glow in the air and a gentle breeze as I soaked it in for at least five minutes.  Gratitude again filled me for being here.  I am so fortunate to experience all this joy and so very often.

Since I am about to list my RV for sale I realized I would need the pink slip.  There were two boxes I had put in the closet to go through at some later time.  Well, the time came because I needed the slip.  I had to remove almost all the other items I had shoved into the closet to get to the two boxes, one of which I thought would contain the document in question.

Well, no such luck with discovering the slip, however, what I did come across was incredibly special.  I came  across all of the cards of sympathy and well wishes from friends which I received when my Mom passed in 2010.  I gently handled each one, reading the printed words and the added personal thoughts and wishes of the senders.

Each one was uplifting and well thought out.  Their words were chosen carefully and  were meant to bring peace to my heart.  They were all so special and personal and each card brought back wonderful memories of their caring and thoughtfulness.  I even received a card with personal wishes from each of the four friends at my bank.  

This was a special discovery that brought back special feelings of love and warmth and caring.  Had I not been looking for something else and thinking it was in one of those boxes, I would have missed this blessing.  Thank you to all who shared themselves with me at that time.  Thank you, Universe, for giving me the opportunity to relish in the love, warmth and caring from dear friends!


So, there I sat, with near panic setting in because the pink slip was still eluding me.  Where could I have put it?  There was only a two month period between when I purchased the motor home and when I left Auburn on my Adventure.  I have changed things around so much, it could have been just about anywhere.

There was only one thing to do.  Say a prayer to St. Anthony, the patron saint of lost items.

     "Tony, Tony, look around, 
      something is lost and must be found."

I let it go and figured it would show up eventually.  It took about fifteen minutes.  And then, I was looking in my scheduling calendar book and found myself going in the back where there is a pocket to stick things in and, low and behold, there it was, right where I had put it in August of 2012.  

I immediately thanked St. Anthony and smiled the rest of the evening.  More and more I am realizing that everything is perfect and is all taken care of when we simply trust that it is so.  I also realize that responses to my requests and wonderment are occurring much more quickly now.

I am aware that when someone comes to mind, who has been out of my thoughts for a while, there is a reason.  I will either hear from them in a short time or I will contact them only to have them say they were about to contact me.  I love life.  It is so much fun seeing how life plays out its amazing plan.

Tomorrow Kirby, the Corgi, goes home to his person.  Her surgery was successful and she is ready to have her friend home.  Chris and I had our challenges as Kirby became an escape artist by wiggling out of his splint twice.  He is in a make shift splint that hopefully will hold until tomorrow.  He is one amazing little dog with a huge presence and spirit.  He is always good to have around.

This was a near perfect weather weekend for the kite festival.  It was a great day to wash and then hang sheets out on the line.  Sun dried sheets and pillow cases are some of my favorite things.  Now, as evening approaches, the fog is rolling onshore.  The predictions are for mid seventies all week with clear skies day and night.  Did I mention that I love living here?  

To All Those Celebrating,

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Suzette!

Happy Birthday, Debi!

Happy Birthday Carrie!

Happy Birthday, Patty!

Happy Birthday, Nellie!

Happy Birthday, Kristi!

Happy Birthday, Janina!

"It may be

that the satisfaction I need

depends on my going away,

so that when I've gone

and come back,

I'll find it at home."

Rumi

Does this fit or what?

Enjoy your home!

- EARTH DAY -

Early morning and a glowing Morro Rock from the sun shinning through the clouds in between the rain drops.  This was such a beautiful morning several weeks ago and it is easy to keep coming back to the pictures I took that morning as I was in awe at the beautiful spectacle.  This helps me keep a good perspective as we are now having foggy mornings.  

There is little to see in the fog though it can create some very interesting views.  It is quite fun to watch the fog move in and out of the harbor area.  Sometimes it just hangs around the Rock in strange ways and other times there is a huge bank of it which can be seen out in the ocean, just waiting to make its way onshore.  

Sometimes it is dense and damp, and develops droplets of moisture on eyelashes and such and leaving one damp and wet after a walk.  And yet other times it is a little higher and the dampness fails to lower thus allowing one to be dry upon returning home from a walk.  Always a mystery.

The movies that are created sometimes use fog to lend an atmosphere of mystery.  Bad guys, scary beings, night time, graveyards and suspense many times are shrouded in fog.  So, I am all for seeing fog as a way of viewing things.  It can hide or put things out of focus, the things we may not be ready to see.  It can, as it lifts and disperses, slowly reveal a hidden item, treasure or gift.  

So, today is Earth Day.  A day to celebrate and honor the planet we live on and all its inhabitants and to remember to take good care of it as it is the only one we have.  The saying of Chief Seattle is scattered throughout the internet today:  "We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children."  

I have discovered my 4:00 in the morning wake up bird is a Mocking Bird who has a great many songs to sing.  He/she is very good and most of the songs are lovely to hear.  It is quite comical though when she/he imitates the sounds a Woodpecker makes as it pecks away on a tree.  This definitely causes me to smile.  One can definitely tell it is something other than a real Woodpecker.

I have, on many occasions, been greeted by a Hummingbird buzzing me as I open my door in the mornings.  It stops me in my tracks as the bird hovers deciding where to go.  They are amazing to watch as they dart all over the back yard, which is really my front yard.  Once I get more settled I will take pictures of my new little home.

I am currently pet sitting Kirby, the Corgi.  He is an older dog with special needs which requires picking him up to get outside to do business.  He is completely sweet and puts up  with all of my attention.  He loves laying out on the deck so he can soak in the fresh air.  He sleeps a lot yet knows everything that is going on.  He'll be here probably a week while his person recovers from surgery.  I know he will be glad to be home.

Tomorrow I am taking the motor home to the RV park so I can hook up to water and power and I can do a final clean.  Then someone is coming to look at it that afternoon.  Depending on how that turns out, I will take it to several dealers to see who will give me the fairest price.  Considering its age, it is in great condition.

I will be a bit sad to part with my home on wheels.  It has been a wonderful part of my adventure over these past almost two years.  It has provided shelter, a means for getting from one location to another, a place to fix my meals, entertain, relax and sleep.  It is far easier to drive than I would have imagined, for which I am very grateful. 

I have a few things to do on the outside today which do not need water or power to accomplish.  The sun is shining and it is predicted to be windy, so I best get to it.  I still need to keep an eye on Kirby.  So, on with the day.

Hello to my readers in Moldova!!!

To All Those Celebrating, 

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday, Jennifer!

Happy Birthday, Kelly!

Happy Birthday, Erin! 

Happy Birthday, Elida!

Happy Birthday, Katie!

Happy Birthday, Kim!

Happy Birthday, Mary!

Happy Birthday, Scott!

Happy Birthday, Danielle!

Happy Birthday, Debi!

"In every walk with nature

one receives far more

than he seeks."

John Muir

Enjoy your earth!

- COMPUTERS -

So, I have avoided being on my computer for many days, which is mostly due to my continuing process of putting my new home in order.  Each of these things takes time and I am in the "get things in order" mode at the moment, hence, the computer has taken a back seat to lots of other things to be done.  My apologies to those I have yet to respond to.  It will happen, I promise.  

I continue to take the walks to the Rock and along the Embarcadero with an occasional stop at the bakery. I still have the whole suck me in from the street with the aromas thing going on.  Though I am doing much better with my choices and avoiding most of the pastries and sweet items in the shop.  Definitely a challenge.  I am getting a stronger will with all of this.

There have been some amazing sunrises and sunsets and cloud formations during the days and nights.  The rains we had cleaned everything, including the Rock and the air and have really greened up the surrounding hills. We even had some hail one afternoon which is unusual for here,   All of Mother Nature feels happy and healthy and very much alive.  This  rather sums up how I feel being here.

I keep forgetting to mention that this area is a bird sanctuary (or maybe I did and forgot) which explains all the bird sounds and songs I hear on a continuous basis.  This morning around 4:30 I had  a wonderful specimen outside my window (open) singing its little heart out.  I continue to be unable to identify them and if Ann Marie was here she could probably identify them all in a heart beat.  There is a resident woodpecker in the neighborhood and if I close my eyes I think I am in the forests of the mountains.  Pretty cool.

I discovered a small frog attempting to stay warm in some items I had stacked outside on the deck.  He/she really wanted to stay there as I had a difficult time convincing it to leap onto some soil.  I have yet to hear it and Chris tells me they make a very loud sound for how tiny they really are.  We are hoping it she/he will find a spot here and stay.  Bird and frog sounds are a lovely way to go to sleep at night and awaken to in the mornings.

We had some rather warm days here and then some fog that arrived a few days ago.  The fog usually fades by noon and then it is sunny and warm again.  Chris helped me string a clothes line so I can again hang my sheets out to dry.  Yes, air dried sheets tonight!  She is so kind, generous and thoughtful and I will certainly share my winnings  (perhaps the pot at the end of that rainbow) with her. 

 Remember the wonderful large pile of balancing rocks created by unknown persons?  I believe it was made sometime last year when I was here.  Well, someone complained to the City that it was a safety hazard and I was there to watch the employee make short work of demolishing the amazing structure.  

What took many, many hours to construct by many, many people, took only a few minutes by one person with a crow bar to destroy.  This is how it looks today.  Sad. I guess some people feel they are not responsible for or are unable to control their actions.  So, the rest of us have had this incredible piece of art removed from our view.  Millie and I have great discussions about this issue.

And then we are graced with a lovely Great Blue Heron at the waters edge who stood very still while I did my best at capturing his/her elegance.  They appear so stately and royal and are such a joy to see.  Thank you, Universe!!!

To All Those Celebrating,

Happy Birthday!

Belated!!!

Happy Birthday, Matt!

Happy Birthday, Shea!

Happy Birthday, Ryan!

Happy Birthday, Jeannie!

Happy Birthday, Deanne

Happy Birthday, Cindi!

Upcoming!!!

Happy Birthday, Cara!

Happy Birthday, Jennifer!

Happy Birthday, Erin!

Happy Birthday, Kelly!

Happy Birthday, Mary!

Happy Birthday, Debi!

The only limits you have

are the limits you believe!

Dr, Wayne Dyer

 Enjoy you being limitless!