Author Archives: Ray V.

About Ray V.

Living between Aiken & Charleston,, South Carolina, USA, I like to share what I am looking at, thinking about or listening to. I refer to this as the view out my window. Thanks for stopping by.

A Good Day

Posted on October 5, 2022 by Ray V.

Waiting for the others to get to the beach (“the shore” for my Northern brethren), I had some one on one time ( entire day) with our oldest daughter, Kelliann. Since she works as a night shift, NICU nurse, our … Continue reading →

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See, I Told You So

Posted on October 4, 2022 by Ray V.

I’m referring to my comment yesterday,  that today’s sunrise, (minus yesterday’s overcast skies) was going to be prettier. Nailed it at 0719hrs.   It’s also a happy day as it  is Alicia and my 36th wedding anniversary.  Hard to believe … Continue reading →

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What Are You Reading?

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Ray V.

Vacations for me mean getting caught up on my reading. I’ve brought three books with me and #1 to get behind me is Michael D. O’Brien’s “The Sabbatical” A novel.  The opening paragraph: If you were to drive through the … Continue reading →

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Today & Tomorrow

Posted on October 3, 2022 by Ray V.

Enjoying a few well-deserved (very well deserved) days away from the office and at our vacation spot on Hilton Head.   As it is my routine to do so, I was up bright and early to take my chair and … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Vlad

Posted on October 1, 2022 by Ray V.

Today, we mark the 119th birthday of Vladimir Horowitz, the Russian-born pianist who was born on October 1, 1903 (Kiev) and who died on November 5, 1989, (NYC). Where does one start to pick “The” piece that defines his stellar … Continue reading →

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#TBT, Real Musicianship

Posted on September 29, 2022 by Ray V.

Getting ready for Ian’s next landfall near Charleston. Everyone stay safe. Like Greg Kihn said, They don’t write ’em like that anymore. . . . The late, great Harry Chapin performing “Mr. Tanner”.

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Change Focus

Posted on September 28, 2022 by Ray V.

Scientists should stop analyzing animal intelligence and start studying human stupidity. . . -unknown

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A Temporary State

Posted on September 27, 2022 by Ray V.

  Every situation in our existence is temporary. So, when life is good, make sure you enjoy and receive it fully. And when life is not so good, remember that that it will not last forever and better days are … Continue reading →

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Today

Posted on September 26, 2022 by Ray V.

Today I will not stress over things I cannot control. Easier said than done, but I will try. Five days until a week of vacation, (Ian, stay away from Hilton Head Island, please) but who’s counting? Photo by RJV, IOP, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Pipes #78

Posted on September 25, 2022 by Ray V.

Having managed to not see any of the many aspects of the funeral for HM The Queen, I feel a little guilty for missing it all. Pressing personal and work  circumstances have put a little stress on my time. On … Continue reading →

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