A Little Taste of Winter

Finally, a wee bit of snow fell this morning! Of course it will not snow much nor stay very long, but it is nice to see that perhaps winter is really coming after all;-) It shall not be long before I shall be on the slopes, O já...vertu svalur

[Listening to: Why Can't I? - Liz Phair - Liz Phair (03:28)]

Happy Thanksgiving

I hope that everyone who celebrates this holiday had as good a time with friends and family as we did. There was plenty of food for all, a goodly amount of leftover turkey for sandwiches, and good company with all. The weather cooperated for us here and we managed to spend a good amount of time playing football outside to burn off some of the calories. All-in-all just a beautiful day and I wish all of the best for you, my friends, during this holiday season. Guð blessa!...ahem, fyrirgefið þér, það er "Guð blessi ykkur" (þökk, Elín;-)

[Listening to: Sunrise - Norah Jones - Feels Like Home (03:21)]

Þessi er Ég!!!

You are a Maine Coon! You are larger than life, a gentle
giant. You are independent, but very affectionate with
your friends and family.

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This caught my eye on Hno Hno's page and thought that it was just about perfect for us cat-lovin' folks;-)...thanks so much, Elín:-)

[Listening to: Dreaming Of You - Selena - Momentos Intimos (05:17)]

Hmm...Ég? Já, Nokkuð!

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May
Stubborn and hard-hearted. Strong-willed and highly motivated. Sharp thoughts. Easily angered. Attracts others and loves attention. Deep feelings. Beautiful physically and mentally. Firm Standpoint. Needs no motivation. Easily consoled. Systematic (left brain). Loves to dream. Strong clairvoyance. Understanding. Sickness usually in the ear and neck. Good imagination. Good physical. Weak breathing. Loves literature and the arts. Loves traveling. Dislike being at home. Restless. Not having many children.Hardworking. High spirited. Spendthrift.

[Listening to: My Happy Ending - Avril Lavigne - Under My Skin (04:02)]

Gaman, gaman! Saw this on Ásta Sóllilja's page and thought that it was cool, though I am not certain that it ALL applies;-)

Another Friend Added

Well, I have decided to add Birna to my "Friends" list since she has been so tolerant of my butchering of her native language and willing to tutor me without making too much fun of me;-) She has also been great in sharing some spectacular views of her side of the world with this vagabond-at-heart...a good friend indeed:-)...vertu svalur og glaður allan tímann líka

[Listening to: Standing Still - Jewel - This Way (04:31)]

...And One More

Here is another one from Birna. This one reminds me of Mt. Rainier, though on a smaller scale, and don't you just love the pastoral feeling of this view?...vertu svalur

A Mountain Shared

Mount Esja
Here is one that Birna has shared. It reminds me a lot of Badger Mountain below, even if it is half a world away;-)

It Doesn't Get Any Closer Than This

Okay, the official recount is over and our Governor is Dino Rossi...again...for the moment. But, since he won by only 42 votes out of 2.8 million cast, there is almost certain to be a hand-recount called, and paid for, by the losing Democrats. That will take almost to Christmas and if the results are reversed...well, who knows! What a mess...Happy Thanksgiving and vertu svalur, y'all

A Stellar View

I do so love winter, especially being out before sunrise and enjoying the magnificent beauty of the stars and planets as they shine in a perfectly dark, moonless sky, their splendor all the more enhanced by the crystal-clear and cold winter air. Venus and Jupiter still grace the predawn sky and Orion, the hunter, is moving towards his place of dominance in the winter night sky. Líf er góður, O já...vertu svalur og glaður allan tímann líka

[Listening to: My Immortal - Evanescence - Fallen (04:24)]

Monday Morning Fun and Games

Spent over 3 hours today learning how to program the radio-frequency lighting controllers in our new Professional Development Center. Actually, I was working with the electricians and figuring these out together, since no one had any experience with them...now we all know more than we ever wanted to ;-) For my part, it was the best "training" that I could have asked for, especially since I will be the one responsible for keeping these going as well as reprogramming the lighting schemes to suit our changing needs; you know..."other duties as assigned." They actually are pretty cool to operate, as well as being pretty finicky to program...too much fun

[Listening to: I Will Remember You - Sarah McLachlan - Mirrorball (03:44)]

It Must Mean Something Cosmic...

The moon was sure out tonight and had one of the biggest rings around it that I have seen in a while. Of course I know that the ring is caused by ice crytals in the upper atmosphere reflecting the moonlight and that it is almost a sure harbinger of precipitation in the next 24-72 hours, but it still is simply beautiful in the clear winter skies...vertu svalur

[Listening to: How Do I Live [DVD] [*] - LeAnn Rimes - Greatest Hits [Bonus DVD] Disc 2 (04:26)]

Badger Mountain

Badger Mountain in Winter
Thanks to Birna, who reminded me that I had not posted any pic's:-)

Go Dino, Go...

The recount is underway to determine who our new Governor REALLY will be. I suppose that it is only prudent with only 261 votes seperating Dino Rossi (THE WINNER) and ol' "What's Her Name";-), but it sure is dragging the process out. If you want to keep track of how it is going, please visit the official recount website and, of course, Go Dino, Go;-)

A Sunrise With A View

Larry and I climbed Badger Mountain at sunrise this morning and it was a gorgeous morning, cool and crisp and perfect both for climbing as well as for taking in the fantastic view of the Tri-Cities and Columbia River. The Badger Mountain hiking trails are indeed worth preserving and I am hoping that the efforts of the "Friends of Badger Mountain" are successful in acquiring this area for the enjoyment of future generations. If not, then land developers will undoubtedly be constructing $750,000 homes on "view lots" all over this area within a few years. I think that it is time that I joined in assisting this group in this worthy endeavour and would encourage any of my fellow Tri-City hiking friends to do likewise. If you have not taken the opportunity to hike this area then you should in the near future and make up your own mind as to the importance of preserving this land for outdoor enthusiasts...vertu svalur, y'all!

[Listening to: White Flag - Dido - Life for Rent (04:01)]

...And a Hothead...Hmmm

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Wild Fire
Even a smallest most innocent spark can start something that will eventually consume everyone around you. You are a wild fire.

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Perhaps We Will Have Two Governors

Two weeks after the election, one day left to count ballots, almost 3 million votes counted, and the current results are...(R) Dino Rossi (my guy) leads by a total of 33 votes! Talk about suspenseful, there is no way of knowing which way this will go tomorrow, except for faith of course, and armed with that I know that it is Dino all the way;-)...see y'all in the winner's circle...vertu svalur

What, Me Intense???

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Seattle
Your dark exterior masks a caffeine driven activism. You'll take up a cause and you'll get ugly to advance it.

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Ursula, aka "Pinky"

Gee Brain, what do you want to do tonight?

Starring Together as "Pinky and The Brain"

Now, tell me that you do not see the similarities! Uncanny, isn't it?

Phoebe, aka "The Brain"

The same thing we do every night Pinky, try to take over the world!