Last year, thirteen-year-old Brianna Hood, along with her dad and niece, was at Lindell Beach in Long Beach, NY. Brianna went into the water on her own and a rip current pulled […]
They do it Again and Again
One Whale of a Day!
Whales, those massive mammals, like sunken ancient ships rising again from the depths, always thrill me. But neither Cheryl nor I had ever been on a whale-watching cruise, so when my grandson, […]
Nor’easter Fun Feast
Fun. We can’t underestimate its value. Especially these days. I saw people having fun on our Long Beach shore. If you step back and think about it, they were simply playing. Yes, […]
The Crash of Waves, the Scurry of Squirrels, the Echo of Wisdom
We often hear, “It’s so good to get out, to be outdoors.” I’ve always loved the “outdoors.” Or being on the “out” side of a “door.” Most of my out-door loving is on […]
It’s our Time at Bat
In our troubled world, it’s good to be able to do something good, effective, and within our reach. Especially something that can be life-saving. Alex Tirado started the 999 Squat challenge last […]
Do I Have Fancy Clothes? This—Is My Thing.
Lisa’s German Shepherds, Rocky and Mimi, sounded like they’d like some tasty leg of Lee. They soon calmed down. I spoke with Lisa Wong Esposito at her home on Long Beach Blvd […]
Being Thankful—From Wings—to Whales
There is so much to be thankful for as Autumn bursts across Long Beach, NY. Walk, bike, or drive down our Long Beach streets, and you’re in American civilization. Venture to our […]
New Upside To Downward Dog
I was tired from biking the boards, trudging sand, chasing whales. As I rode home, I hoped I wouldn’t see another whale because—I’d have to stop—again. No matter how tired, thirsty, or […]
Whales, Whales, Whales, This Time—So Close
I don’t know if it’s the warm weather and the warm seas, but it’s been a whale of a season in Long Beach these days. Those preceding links were the start of […]
Whales, Shore Life—It’s All Good For Your Life
Long Beach, New York’s shore is alive with bliss, even more so for me these days. As autumn wanes toward winter, I see more clearly in my late solar laps. My focus […]
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