Actual snow accumulation in Durham!

@mrmaresca.com, I saw this and immediately thought of you and Tony. (Who seems to not be here at the moment.)

Pedro Pawscal, no doubt because of living outside for so long, is absolutely terrified of thunderstorms. Not ideal when living somewhere with daily afternoon storms. So, most afternoons, he cuddles with me under a blanket while I crochet. It’s freaking adorable.

Delta has a trivia game you can play inflight. Looks like I still got it. #FormerJeopardyChamp

What did Battlestar Galactica say? “It happened before. It will happen again.”

Sunday’s cocktail - The Last Word - was a rare split decision. Dave loved it and I…did not. I’d forgotten how much I dislike anise. But it sure is purty.

And I am made to Repent of my Sins

The boys did not care for their costume tonight.

Waiting on the trick or treaters

Apparently someone propped part of the fence back up but, apparently, propping both parts was too much.

Post-storm

The Tampa Bay Area is far enough from the path that, so far, the biggest impact of Helene for us has been to the neighbor’s fence.

Sometimes it’s not worth buying liquor just for the name.

First night of the Democratic Convention and what’s for dinner? Why Tim Walz’s award winning Turkey Trot Tater Tot Hot Dish, of course!

3 years ago, at the start of the pandemic, a neighbor gave me a couple plumeria cuttings. One has bloomed for the 1st time. Possibly the best thing about having moved to FL. (But still not enough to make we want to stay)