The signs of this summer

This has been an unusual summer in so many ways. Everything seems to be affected by the virus. Our driveway sealing company told us in their prep letter to please keep their signs and stakes at the ready because a worker would come by to take them back. And so they sat next to my…

Beer and hockey

Thirsty this summer of our stay-at-home for a bonus beer, a brew that George Three had given to me a bit ago was discovered safely in the fridge. Syracuse Crunch Amber Ale, a craft brew named in honor of the 25th anniversary season of our city’s American Hockey League squad. It sure tasted good. And…

Two busy trails

It was 90 degrees and not even noon on a recent Saturday at Onondaga Lake Park. My safe walk showed me that people want to be out and about.

Now they relax

I kept my mask on during a recent safe stroll through Onondaga Lake Park. Some folks using the picnic benches … no. The benches were all at least six feet apart.

A keeper regardless

My dear wife Karen has let this grow tall. I don’t know if it’s a weed or a plant, but I definitely dodged it with the mower. Don’t want to anger Jack or the Giant, either. And now she tells me, it’s a sunflower and we’re waiting for the flower part!

Take your pick and stay safe

My dear wife Karen has established three distinct seating areas in our wonderful backyard oasis. Best for social distancing and everybody’s safety if and when the kids and/or neighbors Georgia and Bert come over for a bit.