Posted: under All Else Galvez.
Not exactly breaking news on CNN or anything, and nothing remotely significant for those of you out there in the world at large, but for the residents at 4806 Avenue O in the enduring burg known as Galveston, Texas—feline, canine, and, especially, this old monkey—a new backyard fence is, well, huge!
Tip ponders the driveway
They say that fences make for good neighbors. And while I’m sure that’s true, I’m also certain that they make for fewer lawsuits, especially when a frequent inhabitant of said fenced backyard is one up and coming American Pit Bull Terrier.
That would be Tippy, of course. Read the rest of this entry »
Jan 21 2010
Posted: under All Else Galvez.
Rockin' and rollin'
But probably not due to Tropical Storm Ida, downgraded now from hurricane status and graciously giving Galveston a wide berth. Hopefully, this storm is the last, as the nervous season here on the island winds down to a happily uneventful close.
I took this shot on the way home from the grocery store earlier this afternoon. Read the rest of this entry »
Nov 09 2009
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Jeepers and the porch
The weather’s great! What a lovely fall in Galveston. After a dry but thankfully not-so-hot summer, the rains finally came, perking up the palms and making us all smile.
Life is getting better.
So here’s a recent snapshot of my Galveston Islandy porch where I sit most evenings in my little rocking chair (to the left of the front door), watching the world go by.
It also makes a good vantage point for monitoring the comings and goings of my little black buddy, Mr. Jeepers (who can be seen here, exiting stage right). Read the rest of this entry »
Nov 07 2009
