DC: National Arboretum – Halloween 2026
I visited the National Arboretum with a friend on Halloween. We just wanted to get in a good long walk, time to chat and see the changing Fall colors in DC!
Category: dc
things happening in and around Washington DC, my home for a few decades now
DC Rituals: The Great Unghosting
Have you ever ghosted or been ghosted by someone? Would an unghosting ritual help you get over it? Good news, if you’re in DC during this Hallow-week!
DC Stands for Depressed City? Vibes are Off.
A quick mid-month catch up, showing off pictures of some nice art, a few thoughts about the state of the city, and some growing hopes for the coming Spring!
D&D Charity Game: The Ones Who Endure
This is the true story, of seven cast & crew members, coming together to do an actual play in support of our neighbors’ rights and freedom. The Ones Who Endure.
Sunrise in DC: Early Morning Cotton Candy Skies
Sunrise is later and it’s gotten a little colder in the morning in recent days, so my early morning walks are starting to be replaced with late morning ones.
Stray Thoughts: …it’s like quicksand
A few thoughts about where things are, and how I feel stuck. Surviving, but not necessarily thriving. Taking stock of my feelings? That’s what a blog is for!
Seen in DC: Rotisserie Chicken Eat-Off
We did it, chat. DC has its own upcoming rotisserie chicken public event. On a recent morning walk, I saw this flyer posted on the way to Malcolm X Park.
Seen in DC: The Flyers Are All Right
On my walks around the neighborhood and DC, I see a lot of flyers and felt like they deserved to be shared. Sometimes you can help by getting the message out.
Seen in DC: My Coffee Needs Coffee
Sometimes you already know before the week starts that it’s going to be a rough one. This sign outside Joe & the Juice truly sees you. A nice weekend overall.
Seen in DC: Be Kind…
Seen on my daily walk to and from the park in DC. It’s a message I can get behind and one that would well serve all of us. Definitely: be kind…