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If only….

October 28, 2026

It was good to see the sun again yesterday, but it was even better to look at the drought map.

Here is the legend:

Here is the September 20, 2026 map:

Here is the October 1 map:

And here is the October 22 map.

That’s why we’re happy to see rain.

October 27, 2026

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So much for autumn weather being invigorating — sloth won again yesterday. I do love my cozy home.

October 26, 2026

There is nothing more counterproductive than envy. Someone in the world will always be better than you. Of all the sins, envy is easily the worst, because you can’t even have any fun with it. It’s a total net loss.
—Charlie Munger

Yes! What’s the point of having a vice if you don’t even enjoy it? Yesterday was cool and rainy here — perfect for indulging in sloth. 🙂

October 25, 2026

The Other Coast

Hurray for summaries! I try to understand what is going on in the world, so I would be overwhelmed without them.

October 24, 2026

But it warms my heart and makes me laugh.

Andertoons

It’s a needed relief from what’s happening in the world right now.

October 23, 2026

Pickles

October 22, 2026

Or not?

Pickles
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October 21, 2026

If we are lucky.

Bound and Gagged

It makes me think of the Andy Rooney quote:

I didn’t get old on purpose, it just happened. If you’re lucky, it could happen to you.

I also read a quote the other day — but can’t remember where — the essence was:

Success is not wishing you were someone else.

I have never wished I were someone else, and I have never wished I could go back to a younger me. This is my journey and adventure, and I’m grateful for it.

October 20, 2026

The Other Coast
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We’re starting to use the heat again here and are wearing jackets when we go out. And it’s harder to get out of our warm beds in the morning. But autumn is still my favorite season. 🙂

October 19, 2026