Category Archives: 25 blogs

BDJ#1

Posted on June 21, 2022 by Ray V.

I will never forget the look on the cashier’s face as she scanned the bag of birdseed and I asked her how long does it take for the birds to grow once I plant them? My first “Bad dad joke” … Continue reading →

Posted in 25 blogs, Bird Photography, comedy | Tagged bad dad jokes, birds, irdseed | 3 Comments

A New Perspective

Posted on June 20, 2022 by Ray V.

I’ll be taking a few days away from the keyboard as I travel to NJ for our mother’s funeral mass, interment of her cremated remains in the mausoleum with our dad and a family and friends luncheon. I’m looking forward … Continue reading →

Posted in 25 blogs, family, funeral service | Tagged estate administration, funerals, grief, Mothers, road trips | 8 Comments

Namaste’ Y’all

Posted on June 17, 2022 by Ray V.

I have decided with a peaceful spirt, a loving heart, and a clear mind that some people can still kiss my a** To the rest of you, Namaste’ y’all.

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The Best Pillows

Posted on June 15, 2022 by Ray V.

Dogs are the best pillows because they are always warm and soft. This picture was taken of Adeline and Norva when she was feeling a bit sniffily and under the weather a few days ago. She will be three next … Continue reading →

Posted in 25 blogs, dogs | Tagged Chocolate Labs, Kids and dogs, Labs, The Best Pillows | 2 Comments

Acceptance

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Ray V.

My happiness grows in direct proportion to my acceptance, and in inverse proportion to my expectations. -Michael J Fox, via @inspiringquotes

Posted in 25 blogs, Michael J Fox, Wisdom | Tagged expectations, inspiration, Michael J Fox, Wisdom | 5 Comments

A Coincidence?

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Ray V.

The Lead In: Back when my wife and I were dating (circa 1984-85) we came accross a saying that we had framed, that we thought appropriate. The image had the word “Coincidence” as you would find it in a dictionary … Continue reading →

Posted in 25 blogs, God, Hospice | Tagged coincidences, faith, God, Hospice | 1 Comment

Sunday Pipes #69

Posted on June 11, 2022 by Ray V.

Rule Brittainia, Jonathan Scott. . . . still bingeing on everything royal.

Posted in 25 blogs, Sunday pipes | Tagged Jonathan Scott Organist, pipe organ, Sunday pipes | 1 Comment

On Opinions

Posted on June 10, 2022 by Ray V.

“The opinion of 10,000 men is of no value if none of them know anything about the subject.” -Marcus Aurelius Still true 1,840 years later. . . So many modern day applications.

Posted in 25 blogs, Uncategorized, Wisdom | Tagged marcus aurelius, opinions, Quotes, Wisdom | Leave a comment

Another Year

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Ray V.

June 10th is “The Twins” 12th birthday. The original story is here: Sunday Night, Dog Night. Like me, they are getting grayer and slower, but still love us unconditionally and will chase tennis balls until exhausted.