Thursday Thoughts

I love the way the full moon looks so large and close when it hangs low in the sky.  Yesterday morning it did just that...just over the tree tops with clouds wafting across its face.  Then skimming the mountain tops.  Then finally glowing from behind a bank of clouds.  I know it's an optical illusion that makes it seen bigger and closer, but it's gorgeous anyway.

People who walk or bike in the dark without wearing something reflective or carrying a lit flashlight are a menace, particularly when they don't obey traffic laws.  I can't tell you the number of times I've simply not seen a pedestrian or cyclist until I was nearly right next to them.  There's so much to be aware of and anticipate when you're behind the wheel.  I'm keeping my eye out for anything unusual, but pedestrians and cyclists would help their cause by making certain they can be seen and by following the rules of the road.  I'm bigger and meaner than you in my vehicle.  Do yourself a favor and make yourself more visible, and don't assume that I see you.


My Kindle has made me an even more voracious reader than I've been in the past.  But I still don't think you should walk and read at the same time.  Certainly not when you're walking in front of me on a narrow sidewalk next to a busy downtown Seattle street, when I'm hungry and there is a BLT with avocado in my immediate future and it's cold outside.  Go sit on a bench and get out of my way!


Is it just me, or is a double cheeseburger with just mustard and ketchup one of the all time great tastes?  It's simple.  It's basic.  It's delicious.  Sure, specialty burgers loaded up with toppings have their place, and I like them just fine as long as you remember to hold the nasty onions.  But the cheeseburger with mustard and ketchup...now that's comfort food.

It warmed up into the 50s recently, and I forgot it was still January.  It was cold in my house last night!

Turn your head once in awhile.  There's more to life than just what is directly in front of you.