A very aggressive grackle

…grabbed a perfectly fried Torchy’s tortilla chip RIGHT from my basket at the trailer today. I love grackles–for their attitude and boldness, their beauty, and in spite of their horrific calls. This particular gentleman GGGGRRAAAAACK-ed at me unseen, hopped up on the picnic table, jabbed his beak in the basket of chips, looked me straight … Continue reading

Almost Home

Miami, despite its incongruities and illogical ways is finally starting to feel like home. There are several reasons for this stealthy transformation, two of which are facilely identified. 1. Cervantes. No, not the underappreciated father of meta, but my new feline companion. Cervantes (nee Ronald) came to me from the 95th street animal shelter last … Continue reading

Home.

Today was one of the most beautiful days I’ve seen all season; how delightfully ironic that it happened in Virginia Beach, after a veritable world-tour of a summer. Low 80’s and hardly a trace of humidity in the blue cloud-puffed sky this afternoon as I sunned myself on the sand at 36th street, following an … Continue reading

The Blog Begins!

well, now that i’m back on unlimited internet access (never AGAIN will i take for granted cable internet at home or school), but not settled down in one particular place, i’ve decided to start up my own blog, since my oh so ‘net savvy roommate has such a pretty one. i’m back in va beach, … Continue reading