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Life continues to be a bit on the go for me – but in a way, that’s good.
One thing I appreciate about going almost anywhere is seeing what you spot on the way to a destination.
Photographer Grant Haller enjoyed that while he worked in daily journalism. I was reminded of that idea when my wife and I took our son, earlier this month, to the Blue Angels show over Lake Washington in the Seattle area.
The skies were gray. So the jets hugged the ground in a low-flying demonstration.
But walking through a tunnel near the one used by automobiles across Interstate 90, I saw a mural with, well, aliens.
They looked pretty friendly, as the artists depicted them.
The Space Needle continues to attract – even decades later.
Surfing – whether it be in space or in Santa Cruz, Calif. – also draws various forms of life to boards and challenges.
I also spotted a fish on the wall.
As we were leaving the Blue Angels show, I looked down and saw a nice sight of bicycle riders going home, too.
As time permits, I’ll get to more weighty topics – yes, I know I’ve said that before.
I think I’ve also said that I’m looking forward to the day that is stretched out for more than 24 hours – say, 30 or so.
That way, I think I can get more things done.
Oh, yes. People have often asked me about the purpose of my blog.
It’s largely to stay connected to current events and daily life. It’s also to have fun – and, of course, celebrate bean curd when I can.
