Author Archives: TheJessicaness

The Peace of Being Alone

Some days there is no greater joy than riding in the car with the window down listening to the birds sing and the engine rumble its way around the curves and up the hills. I start my morning off at 4:30 … Continue reading →

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Fog and Rocks

My last trip was too short, so I decided to take another one. Dan, the best neighbor someone could ask for, volunteered to watch the dogs. I had planned on taking them with me, and though I missed them once or … Continue reading →

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Lost Just In Time

This morning Paul and I will make pancakes – or burn them, fold them, and double their size. I attempt to make eggs over hard and end with a scrambled mess in the pan. What I don’t scrape out will be … Continue reading →

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The Town of Free Tequila Shots

We get a late start this morning, but that’s ok. We made breakfast – bagels toasted by me, with eggs cooked by Charlotta, cheese unwrapped by Paul, and Jonas-made guacamole. Then we all took showers; brought sunscreen, water, passports, and … Continue reading →

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Die Ankunft des Deutsch Trio

I get a request for my couch on Friday for a Tuesday arrival. I check my calendar and I will be good to host them until Friday at noon when I have a dentist appointment. I am under the impression that … Continue reading →

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