So in January 2016, I was in Madeira having a typical start to my day there walking along the gorgeous in town ocean. I had one of my most serious ” I’m out for a real exercise walk” outfits on when a young lady stopped me and asked me if I wanted … Continue reading
Having Fun
Collective Commitments
In April 2016, I had one of my “Aha” moments while spending time on Madeira island. The place where I feel like that I experience my true self the most. While on one of my waterfront walks, I said to myself, “Pat you have always said that you want … Continue reading
Blogs I Follow
I find the best way for me to follow a blog that interests me is to use their RSS feed to deliver new blog posts into my e-mail. Or to sign-up for their newsletters. I have listed a few of the biggies that I follow. Also, one of these is … Continue reading
35 by 13
Madeira Island is 35 miles long and 13 miles wide. I was recently speaking about Maine to Marco and Antonio. Both of them want to come to the States. I was telling them that Boston was only 2 hours away. They laughed hysterically and said we could probably go from … Continue reading
Traveling Alone Gets a Bad Rap!
Okay Boomers as we age, we all are likely to face the chance of either traveling alone or not traveling at all. Oh boo hoo – whoa is me. I’m here to tell you- I love traveling alone. It is such a freeing experience. Thoughts often get in the way … Continue reading
A Ceative Writing Experiment
A crazy fun experiment. Maybe I can write fiction. The following story line is something I wrote over 2 years ago. Reading it now – I am surprised by my own creativity. I found it yesterday in my phone notes. In September 2013, a friend of mine and I decided to … Continue reading
Day One- Fatty Patty, Che, Camilo Cinenfuegos, & Cool Cars
On September 30th, I had the pleasure of starting my 8 day tour of Cuba. Here are some photos of my introducetion to Havana. I saw no military in my entire eight days. Che dominates the worship scene along with Camilo Cienfuegos- another hero of the Revolution. Surprisingly, the Castros … Continue reading
Cuba Today – Part I
My fellow boomers are likely to sympathize with me on this one. No I did not take the best of notes on my trip. I have a bad memory and it is now 3 months later. I need you to cut me a little slack. So I knew some of … Continue reading
Cuba Today – Part ll
Cuban Propaganda – I don’t think so. The Average Cuban person has few worries but also few opportunities to change their station in life. Socialism is tough but Cubans get free housing, free healthcare, and free education. Their biggest expense is food which is subsidized. Cuba has apparently some great … Continue reading
Audio Books
In my January 2015 post, I identify two Joseph Campbell audio books I listen to – all the time. Another audiobook I recently enjoyed listening to was The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connection & Courage. Show up and let yourself be seen. “In our culture,” teaches Dr. Brené Brown, “we … Continue reading