August 23 Day 898: One Thing About Tacoma

I love the artists in Tacoma that share their work by hiding things around town. Whether Monkeyshines, Beautiful Angle, TacomaRocks, or other rogues, there is something magical about happening upon an artistic surprise—especially when its not expected. It never fails to lift my heart and brighten my day. On this morning’s walk, I spied twoContinue reading “August 23 Day 898: One Thing About Tacoma”

July 28 Day 872: Gone Fishing

It’s been hot in the Pacific Northwest this week. To beat the heat, I took a walk along the waterfront as the sun was rising. Seems like others had the same idea. The place was bustling with joggers, bicyclists, and fisherfolk. I was a little late getting up and so I missed the morning’s fullContinue reading “July 28 Day 872: Gone Fishing”

July 15 Day 859: When in Rome

We planned for an extra day in Rome, NY after yesterday’s dig. So we explored what Rome had to offer. A quick hike in the Sand Plains. A walk through the Griffiss International Sculpture Garden (and frisbee golf course). A lovely dinner at a local restaurant that included sampling a turkey joint (it’s not whatContinue reading “July 15 Day 859: When in Rome”

July 7 Day 851: Ready to Soar

I’m not exactly sure what time zone I’m in. I work when I need to and sleep when I want. I keep waking up really early. So yesterday I decided to go for a morning walk. I captured this bald eagle being harassed by crows along the Ruston waterfront just after sunrise. Now I amContinue reading “July 7 Day 851: Ready to Soar”

June 27 Day 841: Dublin’s Fair City

It’s was time to deal with dirty clothes, so we packed the duffle bag and found the Temple Bar Laundry. After three hours and a lovely walk around town, we had fresh and folded clothes ready to travel to our next destination. (Plus clean masks and compression socks.) I will share a few sights alongContinue reading “June 27 Day 841: Dublin’s Fair City”

April 24 Day 777: Lesson from Nature

You know what they say, “all work and no fun,…” Sometimes I focus too much on what I have yet to finish that I forget to take time to play. My morning motivation to see the sunrise was to think about a new topic for a #TacomaMath video. I got some fun photos that willContinue reading “April 24 Day 777: Lesson from Nature”

April 14 Day 767: Appreciate Your Surroundings

Today’s walk brought many delights. Everyone I passed greeted me with a smile and that made the morning feel special in and of itself. Then nature showed her beauty in unexpected ways. I was greeted by this fine feathered friend surveying the waterfront–later caught in flight over the masts in the marina. How many harborContinue reading “April 14 Day 767: Appreciate Your Surroundings”