You either love sand or you hate it.
William is one of the lovers, rolling in it and mushing it on his head!
Monday, June 30, 2014
Saturday, June 28, 2014
Monday, June 09, 2014
Ocean Buoy off Brooklyn
One of the many ocean buoys along Long Island heading west; this one is off Brooklyn.
This was shot before "hurricane" Sandy so this view is very different today.
The area was flooded and many homes were washed away.
Thursday, June 05, 2014
D-Day, June 6th 1944
Do not forget the invasion of Normandy, 1944.
The men who were there, lived with that traumatic experience their entire lives.
They are now in their 90s, if they have not yet died of old age, but the memories of June 6th are burned in their hearts and minds and will never be forgotten.
For more information and facts about the day, read this: Click here!
Friday, May 30, 2014
Ruth
We had the chance this month to spend some time with my mother-in-law Ruth.
She is 92 years old and still relatively healthy and mobile.
She has lost much weight in the last few months which may be a sign that something is not right. Vital organs are slowing up and/or breaking down, so this visit was even more special.
Growing up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, a nearby "vacation" spot was Atlantic City.
Here she is as a young woman, second on the left, with her sister on her left and two friends, walking the boardwalk.
There have been many good years in Ruth's life and there is always a reason to celebrate life.
Here she is reading to one of the youngest Great-grandchildren, William, 3 years old.
Saturday, May 24, 2014
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Wednesday, April 16, 2014
Wednesday, April 09, 2014
Halloween Pennant Dragonfly
Great weather today in Florida and Long Island as well, I hear. Took a long walk through the undeveloped parkland and found this guy. Unusual coloring I thought, so I couldn't pass him up!
With these black and orange colors, he's the Halloween Pennant Dragonfly!
Monday, April 07, 2014
Tuesday, April 01, 2014
Saturday, March 29, 2014
Ospreys return to Long Island
It's that time of year again. The osprey are returning to their spring/summer homes.
True "snow birds" they take the best of both climates. This has become my life now. Like the birds, I leave the northeast for a warmer climate. After this winter's cold weather and snow and ice, I'm sure you will understand. Why not get away if you can? As a retired person, there is no reason to stay.
I know some people do enjoy the cold and snow. I understand that too.
I never thought I would be the person to leave New York for Florida in winter. After making the journey a few winters now, I can honestly say, that I love it! The temperatures are in the 60s and 70s, sometimes higher, and the sun shines most days. I'm ready to return to Long Island. I miss it, but it's just in time to see the osprey nests and daffodils!
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Caribbean Splash
Thinking of spring.... and Long Island's beautiful beaches.
This photo is NOT of Fire Island. We are so fortunate that we do not have rocks or coral along our Fire Island beaches.
Saturday, March 22, 2014
March Sunset
Why do the sunsets in March seem so vibrant? Less haze? Probably, and what a sight to enjoy!
Monday, March 17, 2014
Monday, March 10, 2014
Anhinga anhinga
My first photo of this bird, taken in Florida at the Venice, FL rookery. He flew straight to me and landed at my feet!
Wednesday, March 05, 2014
Bob Geren and spring training with the Mets
Coach Bob Geren #7 and the Mets in training...
Robert Peter Geren (born September 22, 1961, in San Diego, California) is a former Major League Baseball catcher and manager. During a 5-year playing career, he played for the New York Yankees (1988–1991) and the San Diego Padres (1993). He managed the Oakland Athletics from 2007 through 2011. Geren is currently the bench coach for the New York Mets.
Tuesday, March 04, 2014
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Osprey Resting
The true "snow bird", we see them on Long Island all summer and in February, they're resting here in Florida.
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