Monthly Archives: December 2017

Kaitlin and Andy saw these bighorn sheep yesterday. She was driving and Andy had to steer while she took pictures. Kaitlin also tried a microwave bread recipe. It was fun to taste, but she’ll make a few modifications when she … Continue reading →

We always take it easy the first day so the lowlanders can get used to the altitude. Sammy doesn’t seem to be affected by it much, but Kaitlin tends to get a headache, and last summer Tempi got sick after … Continue reading →

Kaitlin wrote yesterday evening: See you tomorrow!!!! Along with this picture. Regal Tempi and Sweet Sammy. That boy just melts my heart. We’ll all go up to the land today. More later. December 29, 2017  

Kaitlin sent this picture yesterday, the second day of their drive here. They should get to the motel sometime tonight, and we will see them tomorrow morning. The weather looks promising so they will spend two nights up on the … Continue reading →

Andy has been building some electronics to make it easier to turn on the solar heating system. Now the process is time consuming, but when the electronics work all he will have to do is flip one switch. He will … Continue reading →

The beauty of the awakened mind and heart arises naturally when we can empty ourselves of the burden of identity. The reality of the present is all there is, and in fully embodying this understanding we move into an open … Continue reading →

That’s my kind of Santa! Anyone who has been following Life at Golden Pines knows that we have a real-life Santa in our midst. I’ve just reread the posts about Millie (“Old Lady” MILLIE Arrives at Golden Pines and An … Continue reading →

Everyone knows that Santa Claus is jolly, but in Santa’s Husband, this cherished symbol of the holiday season is also black and gay, and married to an equally cheery man. …. As this charming book reminds us, Santa Claus can … Continue reading →

Rummuser’s new post, Domesticated Dogs!, shows two cute clips of pups, and Beate has sent me a video of her cat, Audrey: Great timing! Thank you, Rummuser and Beate. December 23, 2017  

Kaitlin sent this picture of sweet 15-year-old Sammy as they were driving to Ann Arbor to spend Christmas with Torben’s family. He just warms our hearts. They will start the long drive to New Mexico the day after Christmas. Needless … Continue reading →