October 27, 2026

Drove home from Amherst today just as the sunset began to think about what it was doing. Crossing Stillwater Bridge was brilliant, and the only photos I took today.

As I drive around the county I let my memory take me on a trip wherever I go.  I head back in time to all the people and the connections I've made in my life. Stillwater has all sorts of connections.  One is the Blaines.  I met Beattie Blaine when she taught 4th grade at Gill when I worked for Dalton there.  I made strong friendships during those days.  Her house is basically across the street from the bridge.   She and her husband, Judd, are both gone now, but they were a steady strong buoy in my life  for 40 years and I think of them every time I pass the driveway. 

Today I met Nash at Barnes and Noble.  One really does forget that there is a place like that nearby.  I kind of love  it even  though I hate it.  I'm very comfortable  surrounded by books and people  who like books.   I did not  buy anything other than a 4 dollar oatmeal raison cookie. 

I did not get a nap today and I was incredibly aware that so many planets are in retrograde.  Early to bed and early to rise will have to do tonight, I am drained.