Worm Full Moon 2025
14/03/25 10:56 Filed in: Berlin
The "Worm" full moon was on display last evening. About 4 hours later the moon would be in full eclipse (only could stay up for a 1/2 eclipse part) that would be a "blood moon". It was amazing after a day of rain and hail that the sky cleared for awhile to allow a glimpse of the moon shining above the clouds.
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Lincoln's Favorite Book
12/03/25 07:17 Filed in: History
I think I would have known this without seeing this reference come up. Lincoln was a great orator and much of his speeches developed the cadence and language from the Bible.
"Abraham Lincoln was an avid reader throughout his life, reading widely in subjects ranging from classical literature to world history. “A capacity, and taste, for reading,” he once said, “gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others.” The book Lincoln read most frequently was likely the King James Bible, which he could quote from freely. He was also a fan of Shakespeare and the Scottish poet Robert Burns. "
"Abraham Lincoln was an avid reader throughout his life, reading widely in subjects ranging from classical literature to world history. “A capacity, and taste, for reading,” he once said, “gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others.” The book Lincoln read most frequently was likely the King James Bible, which he could quote from freely. He was also a fan of Shakespeare and the Scottish poet Robert Burns. "
Ryan and Singing Trophy
02/03/25 13:25 Filed in: Personal
Ryan and his middle school put together a singing choir which Ryan was part of. The group went on Valentine's Day to sign in Sioux Falls, SD and won best choreography. Two nights ago they returned and did even more wonderfully to where they won the competition. Here is Ryan with the trophy.
(I have not posted much this month since have been sick with a bad respiratory and sinus infection.)
(I have not posted much this month since have been sick with a bad respiratory and sinus infection.)
Snowy Peter Mountains in Sun
11/02/25 08:54 Filed in: Berlin Community | Photography
The weather has been changing all over the place lately. We had snow higher up on the surrounding mountains with later afternoon sun highlighting the whiteness. It is supposed to be freezing rain and possibly snow in a few day. Right now it is quite cold, low 20's here.
Theodore Roosebelt Presidential Library
08/02/25 17:10 Filed in: History
As I was skimming through some news program, I came across a short segment about the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library opening potentially this year of 2025. One person being interviewed was Doug Burgam, now former Governor of North Dakota. The Library has been under construction since 2023 near the entrance of the Theodore Roosevelt National Monument near Medora, ND. Bob and I went through Medora which is a cute town, much like a western town that puts on plays and shows. A popular destination. We enjoyed our drive through the southern part of the Monument and I hope we can see the northern section at some point. It is supposed to be beautiful.
This is just a to help keep interested parties knowing how the construction is going. I signed up for the newsletter they send out once a month.
This is just a to help keep interested parties knowing how the construction is going. I signed up for the newsletter they send out once a month.
Parroting
02/02/25 11:42 Filed in: Family
The girls got to meet some parrots recently and get photos taken. They do love their experiences.
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Responsible Jesse
31/01/25 15:39 Filed in: Family
Jesse got a certificate for responsibility at school and we have the goods (photo) to show for it. Kids do seem to like getting recognition. Vada has a binder to put her certificates in that uses page protectors too. Pleased that they are enjoying their school activities.
Cat Colour Mountain Sunrise
26/01/25 09:06 Filed in: Berlin Community | Photography
Another colorful sunrise, with the outline of our cat weathervane in foreground looking like it is ready to step off and walk along the mountains. Cold morning so had to hunker down to get that composition.
Unicorn Fans
16/01/25 16:31 Filed in: Family
The girls do enjoy their unicorns and when it comes as a warm sleepwear for a cold winter's time - Zooey!
Reservoir Lake Near Cougar WA
11/01/25 15:00 Filed in: Photography | Nature
We took a drive up the south side of Mt. St. Helens to visit along the lakes and reservoirs on the way to Cougar, WA. This is Yeti or Sasquatch country. We took the way back through Yacolt and Battle Ground, WA to the hotel. The weather was "wet", pouring rain. It is really grown up out there with lots of homes hidden in the hills and forests.
Here is one the reservoirs just down the road from Cougar.
Here is one the reservoirs just down the road from Cougar.
