First Day of Retirement
aka Sheryl’s birthday. Spending the first day of retirement celebrating Sheryl’s birthday in Estes Park Colorado is a good way to begin the proceedings. I began the day with a ride around Estes … Read more
Personal
Saturday Cleaning
I’ve spent the day going through various checklists, downloading old perf reviews (resume fodder in there 🙂 and various other sundry clean up tasks. Though a remote worker for 10+ years, there is … Read more
Upon the Occasion of my Retirement
I sent the note shown at the end of this post to friends and colleagues at work today. I’ve hinted and talked about my impending retirement without actually coming out and saying it. I am … Read more
My New Double Edge Safety Razor Kit
I started growing a beard immediately after getting out of the Army 40 years ago. I recall shaving maybe two times in the whole time we lived in California. And one of those … Read more
The Wheels of Life
Today is a special day for Sheryl and myself. It’s the 41st anniversary of the day we committed to traveling the path through life as one. And as they say, what a long … Read more
First Elinchrom Shots
No doubt, there are many disadvantages to having a birthday near Christmas. But, as it turns out, there is one advantage; I can often get my “best” present early, especially if it’s something … Read more
I Ride My Bike
I think Rules #5 and #9 are related. Today’s bike ride photo, taken in that spirit. Also, the 15th day in a row that I rode my bike. And, 108 miles until I … Read more