Going To Paris

Charlottesville September 18, 2026 In the late 2010s I began to have lower back issues — ranging from general tightness to sciatica at times. At that time, I learned that I had adult onset scoliosis which compromised the strength and stamina of my back muscles. Weekly deep tissue massages gave me some relief as did working with my physical therapist Jodie Stellern. Jodie introduced me to a number of helpful exercises including “open books” and floating in a warm pool. Eve

Charlottesville September 17, 2026 I get an email twice a week from a fellow named Mark Manson. He’s a pop therapist whose claim to fame is a book he wrote entitled “Tge Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck.” Sometimes his emails resonate with me. Today’s sure did: If you decide you need $100,000 to be happy, $50,000 feels like a failure. If you decide $40,000 is enough to be happy, suddenly you’re a success. Too often, we forget that failure is just this arbitrary definition w

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/historic-route-66-americana-on-the-go/ Charlottesville June 28, 2026 This CBS News report brought back many memories of my driving US 66 during my wanderabout. Like so much else I did on my trip, I funny plan to spend days driving Route 66 but I am sure glad I did!!

Charlottesville June 25, 2026 I made the following video when I was in my final Paris on June 8th. Not sure why I entitled it June 10, 2026 or why I am too lazy to go back and change the title now!@

Fairbanks, Alaska June 6, 2026 Direct hit. Wow. Once upon a time Once when you were mine I remember skies Reflected in your eyes … I wonder where you are I wonder if you think about me Once upon a time In your wildest dreams … Once the world was new Our bodies felt the morning dew That greets the brand-new day We couldn't tear ourselves away … I wonder if you care I wonder if you still remember Once upon a time In your wildest dreams … And when the music plays And when the wo

Spring Hill Suites Fairbanks, Alaska June 5, 2026 I knew when coming to Fairbanks that there was a nearby community named Fox. I assumed that it would be like the other Fox's I have visited -- not much. Well, it was both not much and a great place to visit. Enjoy the slideshow!! Fox is a census-designated place (CDP) in Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska. It is part of the Fairbanks, Alaska Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2020 census, Fox had a population of 406

Anchorage June 3, 2026

Courtyard By Marriott Anchorage June 3, 2026 Homer, with a population of just over 6,000 people, is a scenic seaside town located on the Kenai Peninsula. Widely known as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World" and the "End of the Road," it features a unique 4.5-mile-long peninsula known as the Homer Spit. Things to Do & See The Homer Spit: Extending into Kachemak Bay, this area is the hub for charter fishing, wildlife watching, local shops, and waterfront restaurants. Wi