March 6, 2019

Remember thou art dust..... For Lent, giving up alcohol and snacking. Of course, there is the St. Patrick's Day weekend exception.

February 14, 2018

Ash Wednesday always gives me time to reflect.



NYS Tax refund arrives tomorrow, that was quick.



My first SSA check recently arrived.

March 1, 2017

Ash Wednesday is a good reminder of how we live and what is truly meaningful. I will be giving up all sweets and snacks for Lent. St. Patrick's Day exempted.

February 10, 2016

Start of my fasting, 40 days of no snacks.



Bought an exercise bike in the beginning of the month, just finished assembling it. My boys asked for it. I am good at following directions but next time I think I will pay the store to do it.

February 15, 2015

Ash Wednesday this week. I will be giving up all sweets and snacking, my usual fast. It is a useful exercise, giving up things. You notice your patterns and habits. I will partake in Mardi Gras, lots of Bagels and cookies for my work mates. A colleague and I feed the masses every year. Laissez les bons temps rouler! Cajun music too.

Remember that thou art dust, and to dust thou shalt return.

—Genesis 3:19

The reminder of Ash Wednesday brings home that my shelf life is about 17-20 years left, God willing. Heaven knows how good my mental and physical health will stand up. I guess It brings home the point that every day should be made worthwhile.



The Clash was featured in today's NYT crossword. This is an old picture from May of 2012, a new mural was put up in 2013.

March 9, 2011

Remember that thou art dust, and to dust thou shalt return.

—Genesis 3:19