Author Archives: Jean

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 … Continue reading →

Click on image for higher resolution. 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. … Continue reading →

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. It’s a needed relief from what’s happening in the world right now. October 23, 2026

October 22, 2026

Or not? October 21, 2026

If we are lucky. 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 … Continue reading →

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

But too close to the truth? October 18, 2026