An Ode to Summer

 Given that the temps are about to drop into the very dangerous range for the next 72 hrs, this seems important.   There is hope.  

A New Year...a New Beginning

 Every end of a year brings hope for a better year than the year before.   Sometimes those changes don't need to be major.  Sometimes they are.

My hope for all my followers is that you have a better 2026 than 2025.  May your health be good.  May your friends and family relationships be good.   And, if you are still working, may your job fulfill you and bring you satisfaction...and at least enough wealth to live happy.

So, as we walk into a new year...cross that bridge...celebrate....and be happy.  It is not always easy.

Welcome to a New Day, Big Guy

I was at a local restaurant and this young man must have thought I was entertaining.   I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation we had.  Well, not a lot of talk.  But, a lot of communication through glances.  

I never got his name.  But, his parents were OK with me taking the photo.  

Wrapping Up Pride from 2024

 Meet Maggie,

My notes on my brief meeting with Maggie are incomplete and not decipherable.  So, I just present Maggie to you with her lovely smile!

Pride 2024: At seems there is a Place for Religion at Pride.

 I should not be surprised by finding Christian churches present at Pride.  But, I am.  It seems diametrical to their fundamental teachings.  Nevertheless, meet Steven!

Steven was representing the "All God's Children" church in South Minneapolis.  

I had a good conversation with him.  I get his concern, love and compassion.  But it does seem to fly in the face of some church orthodoxy.  

We live in interesting times, it seems.  

Thanks Steven!

Pride 2024 Continues with Two Entrepreneurs.

Meet Alex.  She creates and runs Amy's HeartFelt Art.   Check it out here to see beautiful necklaces, bracelets and earrings.  

And, meet Amy!  Amy creates beautiful pieces of jewelry as well as bookmarks.  Check out her site here to see a wonderful display of her work. 

My sincere thanks to both of you.  It was wonderful meeting you! 

Pride 2024: Twin Cities Fire Charities

 Meet Richard!

He was representing the Twin Cities Fire Charities.  This is an organization that is supported by both the Minneapolis and St. Paul Fire Departments.  They work with disadvantaged children and supply books, school supplies and clothing.

Thank you Richard!

The Guthrie Theater was at Pride

Meet Hunter!   A HUGE correction.  My naming was off and Hunter appeared in the last post showing the Roller Derby women.  My apologies to Hunter.  Hunter was representing the Guthrie Theater.  I suspect I deleted a photo of one of the Roller Derby women because I didn't like it or it didn't come out.  But I didn't take that persons name off the photos I kept.  Again, sorry Hunter!

With Hunter was Amanda!  So, meet Amanda!

Both did a wonderful job representing the Guthrie Theater.  

More from the Minnesota Vixen: 2024

 Following up with the Minnesota Vixen.

Meet Britta!  Love the color!

And meet Megan!

If my notes are right, and that is highly doubtful, both were on the injured reserve list at the time the photos were taken.  

Thank you ladies!

Pride 2024: The Minnesota Vixen!

 Meet Britta!

And meet Megan!

These two were both captains of the Minnesota Vixen.   If you didn't know, the Minnesota Vixen is the longest continuously operated women's tackle football team!  You read that right...TACKLE!  Their mission is to be the gold standard for women's tackle football.

Very impressive!

If you want more information, check them out here.  

Thank you ladies!