Housing Is Down; Florida Swampland Is A Particularly Bad Investment

As a speaker at our Rotary Club, Lisa Ann Allaby, an Assistant Vice President of a local bank, was brutally frank about the crash in housing. We appreciated her candor, but did not particularly savor the message. As the Editor of the Rotary newsletter, she made it difficult for me to poke fun at the situation---but I did, anyway.

Real Americana

While traveling on the Mt Hood Railroad, we passed this unique family homestead. I think that the cattle skulls were a nice touch.

Hazard Of Having Your House Span A River

On March 17, 2007, Redding, Connecticut had a "big blow" along with torrential rain. The Norwalk River flooded many parts of the town, and took this building, that spanned the small stream it usually was, down. It could have been converted into a houseboat if it hadn't busted apart.

Purple Pekingese

I can just see this flower yipping at me as I pass by. His companion is interested in something to the right of the photo.

Leaves To Be Left Alone

I really hate poison Ivy, and it seems to really hate me. Still it is has attractive leaves--but leaves one should only admire at a distance.

Robin Nest in a Most Unusual Place

This robin nest was constructed on a Christmas wreath hanging on our front door. Unfortunately, the nest and eggs met their demise when a stray cat jumped up on the wreath, and pulled it down. So sad. The robin just used bad judgment I suspect.

Why Some Motorcycles Are Called A Deathhorse

Driving to Salt Lake City, we saw this vehicle parked outside our motel in Wyoming. It is indeed one of a kind. It is a chilling reminder of what can happen on a "bike."