Saturday, December 24, 2011

Especially Peace

A year ago today it looked and felt much different than it does today.



Today it is 47F/8C with abundant sunshine . . . and,

we were out in hunt of pomegranate molasses and some last minute stuff.


In the parking lot of the grocery store we spied this older Mini next to the newer Mini.


We found the new special ingredient for a as of yet untried chicken recipe, but  we never did find the Christmas card with sock puppets folded up inside. Heather swears she saw these in a large retail store near our condo. Oh well, we will survive the heartbreak.

Billie is parked and secure in her spot in the garage and will probably not to stir again until early Tuesday morning. No Christmas ride is planned. It looks like there will be too many people things that must be attended to. 



The days are becoming shorter. Christmas will soon be past and the last Hanukkah candles will have given up the smoke. I wish you all joy, well being, and peace . . . especially peace.

And to Everyday Riding Chris wherever he may be and whatever he may be riding . . . be safe.

17 comments:

  1. I guess it's that whole global warming thing....

    Merry Christmas!

    BTW, nicely restored Mini.

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  2. Sometimes people things have to take priority and that's not necessarily a bad thing at all. Today was a beautiful, although cool day here and the dogs and I went on an extended walk in the sunshine. We weren't the only ones out today either. Maybe animals should take priority at times also. Tonight and tomorrow we will do family traditional (for us) activities. From here the days will actually start to lengthen and I look forward to that.

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  3. Merry Christmas, Grandpa.

    I thought the Mini looked really good.

    ~k

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  4. Keith:

    Merry Christmas to you & Heather. that old mini is only 3/4 the size of the new one.

    days are getting longer, it will be spring soon

    bob
    Riding the Wet Coast

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  5. Thanks Keith! Peace to you as well.

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  6. Merry Christmas and wishing you a happy, healthy and fun 2012!

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  7. Happy Holidays to you Keith! Peace is a good one to wish for. Peace to all of us.

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  8. Merry Christmas & a blessed New Year!

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  9. Peace and happiness to you and Heather in the new year. All the best for a healthy and happy 2012.

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  10. Merry Christmas Keith,

    Whatever the case, I hope you got out to enjoy it a bit. Maybe Mr. Machida is correct. Sad, but who knows. Even Minnesnowda is lacking the white stuff this year. (As reported by family.)

    Brady
    Behind Bars - Motorcycles and Life

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  11. Jim: Yes, there needs be time for people things. I'm becoming more reclusive as I get older. I'm grateful for the memories the holidays generate . . . still, I'll be glad to be through them.

    And, yes the days are getting longer. It can be stressful trying to figure out how to use that extra minute or two :)

    Thanks for the visit and the comment.
    ~k

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  12. bob: It is really amazing how quickly the days do become noticeably longer. And, yes winter is dying. Spring is waiting in the wings.

    Thanks for the well wishes. It is always grand to hear from you.
    ~k

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  13. Tiny: Thanks for the good wishes. May your 2012 exceed your expectations!

    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.
    ~k

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  14. Sonja: Yes, peace to all of us!

    Thanks for visiting.
    ~k

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  15. Dar: Thanks for taking time out from your busy schedule of receiving bikes for Christmas to wish me a Merry!

    Congrats on the new Shadow and many happy miles to you.
    ~k

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  16. Trobairitz: Thanks for the well wishes! May 2012 be the best year ever. I know it is unlikely, still it could happen. Let's be ready for it just in case, okay?

    Thanks for your support.
    ~k

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  17. Brady: The weather certainly is seeming different. Actually, saw some sleet tonight. Hope Germany is suiting you. Thanks for dropping by.

    Wishing you well!
    ~k

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