tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-54020247574845295972024-03-13T12:26:41.598-07:00Jude"On the Go"Blogging to keep track of my new life since retiring March of 2007. I'll include thoughts, travels, writings, pictures, family and whatever else strikes me.
I would love to hear from you regarding my Blog, trips, suggestions, "hi, how are you's",, etc. My email address is...judereed@earthlink.netAZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comBlogger179125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-11052873830199851982013-10-29T16:07:00.001-07:002013-10-29T16:07:53.013-07:00Summer's GoneI spent my second summer in Port Townsend. I'm afraid my blog didn't get any attention. The WIFI I had was not strong enough to download pictures and without the pics, the blog entries just didn't seem fun or interesting. I'm hoping I can do some "catch up" entries and recreate my summer. We'll see.AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-27622719057592878372013-08-01T14:37:00.001-07:002013-08-05T19:42:45.317-07:00FINALLY ON THE ROAD NORTHCar packed and ready to roll. First day is always the drive to the Motel 6 in Barstow, CA. I've been trying to upload pictures but my wifi doesn't seem strong enough to do the job. That is why I haven't been keeping up with my blog.<br />
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Today I decided to start writing and post the pictures when I get home to my good internet hookup.<br />
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So here goes....after Barstow, I drove to Bakersfield and got on Interstate 5 and the long, and frankly boring, drive to WA. I stayed at Motel 6 for two more nights and arrived at Marianne's house in Federal Way on June 27th. Next night I met up with the group of Gals from my Housing Days. We met at the 4 Seas bar in the Seattle International District to drink a toast to Richard McIver who passed away this year. The 4 Seas was his favorite place to participate in his favorite activity, meet, greet, listen, talk and drink with his constituents. So we lifted a glass to honor him. "Dicky" was a friend to affordable housing in the years he served on the Seattle City Council. It was wonderful to see so many of my friends and participate in a tribute. <br />
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I stayed with Marianne and we went to Poulsbo to meetup with her family to celebrate her granddaughter Kayla's 25th Birthday and for me to meet Kayla's baby girl, Rooney. It was a great family night. Rooney is a sweet little beauty. The weather was perfect, the food excellent and I had my first "Lemon Drop Martini" in an ice glass. Forget the birthday cake, it's Lemon Drop Martini's from now on!<br />
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On July 1st I took possession of my summer home. The little studio cabin I stayed in last year. It is just as delightful this year as it was last. I have a neighbor who is a writer from Colorado. Andi is writing a book about her experience of having her house burn down and what happened before and after. She has a sweet little "Mexico rescue dog" named Nellie. Both good neighbors.<br />
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On my first weekend in Port Townsend, I left to go to Lummi Island to meet up with a small group of friends from my High School Class of 1960. That weekend deserves a full entry so shall close for now and try not to be too frustrated about not being able to post pictures.AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-85137893226489843322013-06-18T13:46:00.000-07:002013-06-18T13:46:10.219-07:00Working the "Before I can Leave LIST"Well, not leave permanently, although I have a pretty good set of instruction for that too. Want to spare my son too many decisions when I kick the bucket. <br />
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But for now I'm just getting ready to go to Port Townsend for the summer. The LIST is about 45 items long but I'm working my way through. Amazing all the preparation it takes to go live somewhere else for 3 months. My friend Sandy calls it Summer Camp and she is right on with that description.<br />
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3 months of no schedules, no responsibilities, lots and lots of free time to write and read and wander. Actually, I used to think that described retirement! But no, retirement is filled with "must do's"....schedules, responsibilities, and surprisingly little time to do nothing. At least that is how my retirement has rolled out. So 3 months of "summer camp" sounds and is wonderful.<br />
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I'm returning to the place I spent last summer when I completely fell in love with Port Townsend, Washington. This year I have some additional fun stuff to do. A Hawaiian style wedding in July, a get together with some friends from High School...the ones I really like. A week "apt. sitting" in a luxury, downtown Seattle apartment....and hopefully some visits from family and friends. <br />
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So now it is on with the LIST and only good things ahead........5 days until lift off!AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-1884523172138118462013-04-28T11:57:00.000-07:002013-04-28T11:57:22.824-07:00Say Goodby to the Palm TreeThis huge palm tree sat in the middle of my front yard and completely blocked the view from my front window, plus blocked the light. Then I found out critters were living in it along with bugs. It is hard to hate a tree but let's say the Palm and I have never bonded over the five years I've been living with it.<br />
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So, when I got the mailing from a company that buys Palm Trees I jumped at the chance. Last year Troy, the owner came to inspect the tree. He said at that moment it had been trimmed too far up and needed to have some time to regenerate so it would survive transplant. Troy said he would see me next Spring.....and happily, "Spring is Here" and so was Troy. Today the tree is on a truck heading to Texas and I have a clear front yard and a little money in the bank. The following pictures of the process will give you an idea of how big a deal it was to get this tree out of the ground and on the truck. Most of my neighbors were out with there cameras....loving the entertainment. I should have charged admission!<br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-41918675442926295512013-04-22T17:11:00.001-07:002013-04-22T17:17:06.750-07:00St. Augustine, Florida Visit<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right; margin-left: 1em; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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In February I flew to Jacksonville, Florida and met Sandy and we drove south to St. Augustine so I could see her new home and spend some relaxation time. Turns out I love St. Augustine. Sandy has a nice condo that was very comfortable and close to everything we wanted to see. We went to a great Unitarian Church, went on an Ecco-Cruise where we learned a lot about the birds and fish and dolphins. Ate wonderful seafood, toured historic places and went out (after dark) with some of Sandy's new friends and even ended up dancing. It was a great trip and a great visit....If you haven't been to St. Augustine, Florida, go! It is actually the oldest town in the United States....lots of great history and buildings to see. So here are the pictures:<br />
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We really had a great time. I'm looking forward to going back for another visit. Sandy actually lives on an Island across a couple of bridges from St. Augustine. It is just the right place to be, close enough to all the attractions of St. Augustine but out of the tourist crush....I think she will be there a long, long time.<br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-62727252825461526012013-04-22T16:44:00.000-07:002013-04-22T17:16:58.254-07:00THE GARAGE SALE FROM HEAVENKLUTTER BUSTERS....Remember that name if you are ever in my area and need someone to organize a garage or an estate sale for you. Sharon is the next "wonder of the world"! When I came back from my summer in Washington (or as Sandy calls it "Summer Camp") I was determined to get real about downsizing. I knew I needed help and the Universe brought me to Klutter-Busters. Sharon came over and in 2 days had my garage looking like a boutique,bookstore and hardware store. She was amazing. All I had to do was get everything I wanted to sell into the garage and stay out of the way. Here is what the garage looked like on the night before the sale.<br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-6139061324156250392013-01-20T11:52:00.002-08:002013-01-20T11:57:31.985-08:00New Year 2013Looks like I skipped through Christmas and New Years and am now into January. Facebook has kept me distracted from writing my Blog. So I have to do these catch up entries from time to time. January has been a long, cold month so far. I got home after Christmas and spent New Years as I usually do, at home. This year I at least toasted the New Year with a friend. Progress!<br />
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The flu hit me on January 3rd and hung around for a couple weeks. Not very pleasant but now I'm nearly back to normal and getting on with things. During "flu time" AZ. went into deep freeze and we had temps down in the 20's and 30's. Landscaping took a beating but I think I can save the majority of my plants. Weather is get weirder and weirder....climate change is upon us. This past summer in WA. I spent 4 months with only a couple rainy days....wonderful, but strange.<br />
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I've got a busy time ahead for the rest of this month. Garage sale time. I found a women who does garage sales as her Business....Klutter Busters. Heaven sent for me. Again I have filled my garage with my thrifting and garage sale finds. Collecting has been my hobby for years but this year I am in a state of overwhelm with all the stuff I have. Decided to put on the shopping brakes and get as much as I can out of my house and garage. Hopefully, in the future, I will be less inclined to drag stuff home. I'm going to move my focus to "projects" and do one at a time. Easier once I can actually find my workbench in the garage. Hurry Klutter Busters!<br />
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My work with the League of Women Voters is off to a good start. I have organized a public presentation on Immigration reform. It happens on January 24th and I am hoping for a good turnout. I've managed to get my news releases sent out (flu infected, no doubt) and as a result we have received a good deal of publicity. The panel discussion will be led by representatives from a new initiative in AZ. called the S.A.N.E. approach to immigration reform. If you are interested in more information on this group they have a website <a href="http://www.therealarizona.org/">www.therealarizona.org</a><br />
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At the end of the month I am flying to St. Augustine, Florida to spend a week with my friend Sandy and check out her new digs. She finally was able to move away from Mexico Beach, Florida and is now in a much more enjoyable and supportive environment. I haven't heard her this happy in decades. Does my heart good! <br />
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My most exciting news is the publication of my first poem. I submitted to a new art and literature magazine published in Port Townsend, WA. They accepted and published one poem. The magazine is called <strong>"IS TOO"</strong> and is available through <a href="http://www.writersworkshoppe.com/">www.writersworkshoppe.com</a> The poem is called:<br />
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<strong>Beach Walking</strong><br />
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<strong>My foot falls on wet sand</strong><br />
<strong>And I sink just a little</strong><br />
<strong>I'm not the first to walk here</strong><br />
<strong>But the impressions</strong><br />
<strong>Of previous intrusions</strong><br />
<strong>Have been whispered away</strong><br />
<strong>By the steady ripples</strong><br />
<strong>Of salt water coming to shore</strong><br />
<strong>And retreating, leaving no sign</strong><br />
<strong>Of who or what came before</strong><br />
<strong>I hear the whisper</strong><br />
<strong>Of my own presence</strong><br />
<strong>Being washed away</strong><br />
<strong>And I am in wonder</strong><br />
<strong>At the unceasing, inevitable</strong><br />
<strong>Movement of the water</strong><br />
<strong>Moment by moment</strong><br />
<strong>Cleansing away the </strong><br />
<strong>History of this sandy shore</strong><br />
<strong>It makes me ask</strong><br />
<strong>Does our being here really matter?</strong><br />
<br />AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-52728668224203883432012-11-30T17:57:00.004-08:002012-11-30T17:57:59.713-08:00ThanksgivingThe day before I was to leave for San Diego, I woke up a very sick gal. I have no idea what sort of bug attacked me but it created a pretty violent day for me. Based on what was going on with me physically I called my family and said it didn't look like I would make it to Thanksgiving dinner. Naturally, they were worried and told me not to even try to make the 400 miles drive. That night I slept well and in the morning awoke feeling quite good. I decided I didn't want to sit home and have a "pity party" being all alone on Thanksgiving Day so I pulled myself together and hit the road. 6 hours later I arrived before the turkey was done. In fact, I had time for a nap before we all sat down to celebrate the Holiday. As usual, the food was wonderful. I tried little bits of everything but my appetite was not very robust. What I did enjoy was our gathering of family and friends and the blessing of being together. I only stayed a couple days and made the trip home with an overnight stop in Yuma. It was probably not the wisest choice for me physically but life is short and I don't want to miss a thing! The picture is of our gathering at the Thanksgiving table.<br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-16597077304243608462012-11-30T17:45:00.002-08:002012-11-30T17:45:28.679-08:00Arts and Crafts<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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I've been building a screen door to use as a garden gate. I saw this done this summer while I was in Port Townsend and decided to "steal" the idea. <br />
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Putting this all together was quite a process but it is now complete and only waiting for me to hang it. I like it....silly as it may be. <br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-61573938826011200752012-11-13T11:39:00.002-08:002012-11-13T11:46:55.745-08:00My Night with Leonard<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">
He's 78 years old and still so sexy it is palpable! Not to mention his ability to go down on his knees and rise without a problem with none of that nasty cracking and popping so many of us experience. I speak here from experience which may account for my admiration of this physical fete Mr. Cohen engages in so easily. He "may ache in the places he used to play" but it doesn't seem to slow him down. </div>
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I attended his live concert at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles on November 5th and I'm still in a state of grace. His voice these days is low, sultry and rich. So much more appealing then in his early years. His band is made up of virtuoso musicians and he features them throughout. The "girl singers" consist of Sharon Robinson, his co-writer on several of my favorite songs and the Webb Sisters, stars on their own. </div>
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Downtown LA is something to behold at night. Now referred to as "LA Live" it is a fun place to be. People watching is a hoot and there are many places to eat and drink and stroll. The LC fans were out in great numbers (sold out concert) and not all of them were oldies....I met a couple of fun younger women who had driven from Las Vegas that day to see Leonard. I also enjoyed a parade of women wearing their Fedora hats in his honor. <br />
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My only complaint was the rude and late arrival of so many people after the concert started. It was so bad that Leonard apologized "for starting on time" and asked that the theater lights be turned on so people could find their seats. Later in the show he played the first song, "Dance Me to the End of Love" again so we could enjoy it uninterrupted. Sadly, I was unable to get any pictures of Leonard but at his age, he has eliminated the "meet and greet" time after the concert. He was on stage for over 3 and a half hours with only one break in the middle....he was filled with energy and literally skipped on and off the stage. My pictures show my joy at this "Bucket List" event.<br />
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Highlights of the concert included a solo performance of "Alexandra Leaving" by co-author Sharon Robinson and one of my true favorites "Anthem". A sample of its lyrics follows:</div>
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Bought and sold and bought again, the dove is never free</blockquote>
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And finally, though I could write for hours to include all the lyrics I love in Leonard Cohen's songs and poems, I will just share a few and hope to raise your interest in learning more about this amazing poet of my time. He sang this song and it is hard to choose only some verses but the following especially move me....</div>
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...The light came through the window, straight from the sun above and so inside my little room there plunged the rays of Love. In streams of light I clearly saw the dust you seldom see. Out of which the Nameless makes a Name for one like me. All busy in the sunlight the flecks did float and dance, and I was tumbled up with them in formless circumstance. Then I came back from where I'd been. My room, it looked the same - But there was nothing left between the Nameless and the Name....</blockquote>
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Those lyrics talk about experiences I have had in meditation where the Nameless and I become one....with the dust and will all there is. Love Itself.</blockquote>
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So my night with Leonard was well worth the 800 mile drive and the substantial investment. He "took me to a place of grace" and left me there.....a wonderful place if one must be left. No "broken Hallejulas" here.</div>
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I still don't have my blog editing figured out. The text that appears below my pictures was suppose to be up here so I'm afraid this posting is a little confusing. Anyway, it is all about the work I did on my backyard after being away for the summer. I'm loving the way it looks. I hope you do too. <br />
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So I've been home from my summer travels for almost a month now. Still not completely unpacked, hard to believe but true. I spent a couple weeks feeling overwhelmed with being home and actually having to keep a house and yard and live a "real" life. I hated the way my yard looked. The summer had not been kind to it so I called Gilbert and we got busy. Now the hard stuff is done and it looks so good and I am busy with planting and doing the little "tweeking" things I love to do. Purchasing a garden swing was a totally frivolous expenditure but it brings me such joy to swing that I just did it. The beautiful Park in Port Townsend with the old fashioned glider was such a place of tranquility for me I wanted to replicate the experience at home. Here are some pictures of the results of all the work Gilbert and I did. <br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-46180486139890917452012-10-14T16:08:00.000-07:002012-10-14T16:08:29.877-07:00Home in ArizonaI left Port Townsend and traveled South. Spent 2 nights with Marianne and then on to my Cousin Lee's place in Sandy, Oregon. His wife Peni died last November and Lee has gone through open heart surgery so I was happy to see him and his daughter Stacy. I hope I brought him some love, plus I got to watch the President debate with a man who shares my political leanings. All good.<br />
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When I left Sandy, Oregon I got on Hiway #5 and just drove everyday until I felt so tired I needed to get off the road. 1300 miles with only 2 overnight stops. So this "Road Warrior" is now "road weary". I got home last weekend and have been working on getting my house back in order, unloading the car, getting the yard problems fixed and the AZ room (screened in room) cleaned up from 4 months of dust. The mail situation was overwhelming. So much paper to look through...most of it magazines, catalogs and Junk. It has now been whittled down to a small stack of things to either file or take care of. I also found out that the resale shop I take my clothes to for selling has closed. I had a check and letter in the mail but she closed the checking account in September so I have to take a loss there. Oh well, onward we go.<br />
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I got back in time to attend the first meeting of the year for the League of Women Voters. It was a great meeting and wonderful to see all the women again. They presented information (pro and con) on the AZ. Ballot Measures and I now have the info I need to vote. I'm so glad I found and joined the League. They are a group of older women who are uber smart and do such good work in educating the public and registering voters. <br />
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I have to admit that coming home is quite a let down from the summer I had. I've been very tired and feel myself getting depressed. I'm sure this will pass, it always does but when I am in the process it is not fun. Think I'll add some of the pictures that haven't yet made it to this blog. I know seeing them will bring some cheer to my soul.</div>
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-87274337505989934722012-09-23T18:31:00.000-07:002012-11-10T15:59:40.008-08:00Winding up my summer in Washington StateWhen I pulled out of my garage in AZ. the middle of June, I had no idea I would have the wonderful summer I have had here in my home State of Washington. I think it has been one of the best since I retired. Filled with old and new friends, lots of opportunties for creativity, amazing weather and the discovery of a town I have fallen in love with. It is so funny, that I have been to Port Townsend many times over the years and never felt the way I do now. Although I would love to be able to live here year 'round, I know what to expect from the weather in the coming months. Long winter days of dark and damp that make my joints cry out for relief and my psyche long for a "sun break". So instead of lamenting something I have no control over, I will rejoice in the fact that I have choice. I can spend my winter days in my beautiful Arizona home enjoying all the benefits I was beginning to take for granted and when the desert begins to burn I have this place awaiting me. I wrote a poem to express how I am feeling about Port Townsend. <br />
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<strong> "The Magic Of Place"</strong> <br />
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To find a place that fits is always a gift<br />
In this town I knew the minute I came over the hill<br />
And looked down at this gathering of<br />
Brick, wood, stone, glass and water<br />
And was overwhelmed with the<br />
Energy of Good<br />
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Maybe it is the history still alive<br />
With stories and vision<br />
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Maybe it is the water <br />
That rises to cleanse the shores<br />
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Maybe it is the people <br />
Who began here and stayed <br />
Or left and returned <br />
Or the ones like me <br />
Attracted to the mystery<br />
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I don't know why a place can feel so right<br />
And feed your soul just by being<br />
But when you find such a place<br />
You should bow in Gratitude<br />
And add your energy <br />
To keep it Good<br />
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I have decided to come back next summer and stay June through September in this cute little cabin. I have found a wonderful Unity Church and gotten to know some lovely people there. I have been writing and reading my poetry at the "Open Mike" at the Writer's Workshoppe and met some talented people who have been very kind regarding my work. My Cabin is located in the very real Uptown Neighborhood where something is happening all the time. The local Farmer's Market on Wednesday and Saturday has kept me in flowers, and fresh veggies, I have been going to an exercise class at the Community Center, I have a new library card, I've attended Gallery Walks, found all the good Thrift Stores and actually done some crafts in addition to writing. There is real "pride of ownership" in Uptown, people have restored old Victorians, cottages abound, and the local deer roam freely, protected here. Although it is lovely to see them on the streets and in the yards, they bring chaos to the gardeners that haven't yet installed "deer fencing". After many years of trying to out smart the rabbits that have destroyed my attempts at Arizona gardening, my sympathy has transferred to the gardeners.<br />
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AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-9875932563617339222012-08-10T22:44:00.000-07:002012-08-10T22:44:05.221-07:00Art & Poetry are Alive in Port Townsend, WA.
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Port Townsend Gallery Walk Night with street music and a whole lot of fun.<br />
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Last week I participated in the Gallery Walk in Port Townsend. I had a wonderful time and saw some beautiful and thought provoking art. Here are some pictures of the event. Tonight I did my first open mike poetry reading at the Writer's Workshoppe and it was great. A warm, generous group of talented writers who made me feel like I was one of them. Can't wait to do it again. <br />
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</tbody></table>AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-48676434272678185282012-08-06T14:26:00.000-07:002012-08-06T14:30:26.811-07:00Judy's Excellent AdventureI have been thinking about getting a tattoo for over a year. I wanted a "broken" heart to honor my own and remind me every day to take care of it. When you have had a silent heart attack you need a reminder. <br />
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Not knowing I had a heart attack was about as bad as knowing....My stents are doing their job but I sometimes forget they need my cooperation and help to keep doing what they are meant to do. Sooooo, what better reminder than a permanent "marker"?? <br />
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So with the loving help of a dear and long time friend, Gary, and his partner Aaron and friend Tony, they led me through the process, holding my hand and loving me all the way. Yes, it did hurt but I'm a trooper, or so Aaron said. Thanks to my guys for making my adventure one to remember with love. Not a bad way to celebrate 2 years since the heart event and my 70th year. I'm still here and living the good life.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My Guys, Aaron, Gary & Tony, The Sweetest there are!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">At last I made it to the Writer's Workshoppe</td></tr>
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I'm having a love affair with Port Townsend. I arrived at my summer rental on August 1st and have had great days and great weather ever since. Farmer's Markets that make my mouth water, scenery that makes me feel like I'm in a movie, thrift stores filled with goodies galore, garage sales with interesting people and things, gallery walks, music on the dock, in the streets and clubs, a church with my kind of people just a couple blocks away and my favorite jazz station (88.5) coming in loud and clear.<br />
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Visitors on the way, lunch dates coming, ferry rides in the future, beach walks with a "found" walking stick and the Writer's Workshoppe open and available....plus fresh salmon and finally halibut! How could I not be in love.....oh, I forgot to mention, deer families roaming the streets....no rabbits eating the gardens but the deer feast so the fences are higher....they came through and ate my geraniums the first night I put the pot out....so I felt right at home. Here are the pictures to back up my story.....AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-82660834235993538322012-07-25T22:23:00.000-07:002012-07-25T22:27:40.160-07:00Seattle's Pike's Market trip <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sidestreet Entrance to the Market</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Freshest Fish</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Flowers fresh from the fields</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Now that is real Salmon</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Big Impovements to this Park</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">New Addition to the Seattle Waterfront</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Seattle skyline from the Market</td></tr>
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Pike's Market is a Seattle historical landmark very much still active and bustling with business. Today a friend and I visited, had lunch and remembered the many years and visits we had made in the past. The only changes I saw were positive and the summer crowds were out in full force. I would suggest to anyone visiting Seattle that Pike's Market is a must see. Just be prepared for crowds. The first Starbucks is located there and the famous "flying fish" market. Good fresh fish, meat, produce, flowers and many, many other specialty foods and arts and crafts to see, sample and buy.AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-3890440621735218902012-07-23T17:48:00.000-07:002012-07-23T17:48:50.403-07:00Island ParadiseI had an unexpected and greatly appreciated invitation to spend a few days at a beautiful home on Vashon Island in the Puget Sound of Washington State. Even though I grew up in Washington and spent over 30 years of my adult life living and working in the State, I had only been to Vashon Island once before. The Island is a short ferry ride from both Seattle and Tacoma. I took the Seattle route to get there and came home by way of Tacoma. Since I am staying about half way between the two cities, it was an easy adventure.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Flowers, flowers, everywhere<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Oh the colors<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">How does Nature do this???<br />
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The island's population in about 10,000 residents and is still very rural. Reminds me of Whidbey Island back in the 1950's when I was living there. I took a short walk with my friend and was able to find a lot of interesting photo opportunities. The views from the house where I stayed are beautiful and oh so peaceful.<br />
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Also took a drive to Tacoma to see one of the houses we lived in when I was about 8 years old. The neighborhood has changed, it's a little dicey but the house looks much better now than it did when we lived in it. Glad someone is taking care of my history. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Nice view of Tacoma from the top of the hill on Pacific Avenue. My brother and I used to go all over town on the bus, always starting down Pacific Avenue which led to downtown Tacoma. In those days it wasn't considered scarey to let kids travel around alone. Now it would be considered totally irresponsible. Ahhh, how the times change...also Tacoma, it didn't look like this when I grew up there. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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So my travels continue during my summer in Washington. It has been so fun to visit old friends and places from my past. On we go.....AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-19142126546285348172012-07-09T22:43:00.000-07:002012-07-09T22:43:26.683-07:00Mount Rainier<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I grew up with this beautiful Mountain always in sight. It is wonderful to be back where I can see her againAZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-83261234335412488442012-07-09T22:40:00.001-07:002012-07-09T22:40:32.832-07:00My Little DIY Project<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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Who says dumpster diving is not a good thing??? Well, we didn't exactly dive but we did see this little, painted blueish, table sitting beside the dumpster and decided it had potential. So we brought it home and today I did some sanding and painting and now Marianne has a new, table for her home.AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-31928603859266837902012-07-09T22:35:00.001-07:002012-07-09T22:35:19.720-07:00Fun, Fun, Fun with Marianne and family<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was included in a family dinner at Marianne's daughter's house on Sunday. Beautiful house on a private lake in Normandy Park and an opportunity to see two of Marianne's grandchildren and meet the new boyfriend! Great evening, great food and such good company. AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-33804662527247052382012-07-09T22:29:00.001-07:002012-07-09T22:29:26.712-07:00Gathering of the Wise Women who drink WineI came to Seattle in July, 1988 and went to work for Rainier Bank in their Community Development Department and then on to The WA. Community Reinvestment Assn. As a result I met and worked for over 20 years with the most amazing bunch of women (and men) who were dedicated to creating affordable housing and opportunity for those people in Washington State who were low income or had special needs. It was the best work I have ever done and I love and respect my "Posse".<br />
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Last Friday night we had a gathering of the gang and we toasted and remembered two of our best who passed away this year. Pat Williams and John Poling. Both of whom would have loved the celebration we had in their honor. It doesn't get much better than this group of wonderful women and the fact that they have always been supportive of me and made my life a better one makes me love them from the bottom of my heart.<br />
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On the way to Washington I had the pleasure of 2 nights in Carson City, Nevada with my niece Tracy and her dear husband Ed. They wined and dined me and their guest room was uber comfortable. <br />
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In Astoria, Oregon I spent 2 nights with my old friend John at his beautiful home on the hill overlooking the Columbia River. John cooked for me and made me feel like a favored member of the family. His home is so gorgeous and comfortable. He told me the bedroom is now "Jude's Room". <br />
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Then I arrived at Marianne's in Federal Way and am here for the remainder of July. It feels like home and has everything a person could want. This morning I did my workout in the gym. The pool and hot tub are there when I want them. Marianne cooks dinner for me, I have my own room and bath and the joy of her good humor and the fun of her little Yorkie, Oliver. <br />
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Tonight I am invited to a gathering of the "Women of Housing" who I worked with for nearly 20 years here in Washington. We are "whining" and dining and I am sleeping over so I can fully imbibe. <br />
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What a blessed woman I am to have so many wonderful friends who make me welcome. I hope to return their hospitality by encouraging visits to Arizona when the Northwest winter has become to long and too gray to stay. <br />
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<strong>Sunbreaks are always available at Jude's house</strong>.AZJudehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04031579178021061894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5402024757484529597.post-64413249521774334822012-07-01T12:17:00.000-07:002012-07-01T12:17:41.333-07:00Walking the Beach in Moclips, WA. <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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