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From the amazingly multi-talented Carl Freedman: “Early this morning with the mosquitoes, telescope and camera. Uranus is behind the moon, so it’s a double eclipse.”

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Unable to be physically present at the opening of McWeekly’s new Press Club cafe and juice bar in Seaside, my psychic presence is treated to a tour and cup of Joe, thanks to great buddies Bradley and Digger. I already love everything about it.

Volleyball in the Time of Cholera (or The True Meaning of Shit Ball)

If you’re easily or even with some difficulty offended by scatological references, I recommend you skip this blog post. Today I discovered the true meaning of playing “shit ball.” I arrived at the central volleyball court on the Malecón around 5:00 pm, meeting my new friend Kevin, Caesar, Marco, and a new player Carlos for a Monday evening game. After some initial trials – I don’t think they had ever set up a sand court … more

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Rewarding morning with Becky and Charlie helping Fundación Ayuda Niños La Paz’s relief efforts at Colonia Laguna Azul – distributing food, water, and other essentials. Lots of smiles among the mothers and children, and even among the few men who also came (what’s that about?). I helped a small woman with an infant carry three full bags to her house five blocks away, returning drenched in sweat. She was one of dozens who showed up with … more

Thinking of Wiley (Wendell and Celeste’s son)

Stop All the Clocks Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone, Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone, Silence the pianos and with muffled drum Bring out the coffin, let the mourners come. Let aeroplanes circle moaning overhead Scribbling on the sky the message He is Dead. Put crepe bows round the white necks of the public doves, Let the traffic policemen wear black cotton gloves. He was my North, my South, … more

Emergency Message for Residents and Visitors to Baja California and Baja California Sur:

It doesn’t stop, does it? – MD The U.S. Consulate General in Tijuana, Mexico, alerts U.S. citizens in Baja California and Baja California Sur that Hurricane Simon is expected to produce heavy rains through Monday night along the western coast of Baja California.  In addition to rain, the storm will bring the threat of flash flooding, mudslides, and life-threatening surf and rip currents.  Currently there are no coastal watches or warnings in effect.  As of … more

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Mi nuevos amigos de voleibol de la playa: Kevin (19), Caesar (16) y Marco (20?). All very strong players, solid “A’s.”

Toda la familia en La Paz

Hola Miguel, Rebeca y Charlie, Espero que ustedes estén bien y contentos allí. La comida en las fotos se ve riquísima. Sigan haciendo ejercicio todos los días… y no se vayan a engordar. digger My translation:  I hope that you are well and happy there. The food in your photos looks scrumptious. Keep exercising every day … and not go to fat.  Is that right, mas o menos?