Monthly Archives: May 2014

Happy Forever, Laura and Colton.

Posted on May 31, 2014 by polloplayer

Such a beautiful day! Such a beautiful wedding! Laura Phyllis Gutsche and Colton Castro were joined in holy matrimony on Saturday, May 24, 2014, and the boys and I almost missed it, thanks to faulty GPS directions. The CE drove … Continue reading →

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Florida, Family and Happy Birthday to Me!

Posted on May 24, 2014 by polloplayer

Dateline: Sarasota, FL where the sun is shining on a beautiful day for niece Laura’s wedding! Early Thursday morning we packed our bags and gathered up Phyllis, who, at 91, is still jet-setting across the country. We met Gail, fresh … Continue reading →

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Salmonella and Kissing Chickens.

Posted on May 17, 2014 by polloplayer

Perhaps because they are now just a flock of two, Luna and, especially Pippa, have become quite affectionate with us. Luna has a special little cooing cluck she uses when she sees me coming. I like to think that she’s … Continue reading →

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Sight for Sore Eye.

Posted on May 10, 2014 by polloplayer

Two words that should never go together: cornea and ulcer. Throw in another word: infection, and you’ve got the ingredients for a wild ride. Every January, when the pittosporum blooms, my allergies start to rage. My eyes get red and … Continue reading →

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Wrap-up: April in NYC

Posted on May 3, 2014 by polloplayer

Just back from another great trip to the city. It was kind of awesome, though, to leave the puffer coat, gloves, scarves and umbrellas behind – it snowed when we arrived and poured cold rain as we left – but, … Continue reading →

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