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Out of Africa
We’ve been mostly locked inside, as most of you know, due to, variously, THE MOVE (boring), my ankle (ohsoboring) and now a ferocious...
TheBetterHalf
Mar 4, 20253 min read


MOVING PART II . . . Heaven and Hell
Last week you read our moving adventure from Cutest’s point of view. Well, as Mr. Harvey used to say, “And now for the rest of the...
TheBetterHalf
Feb 25, 20252 min read


Moving On – And In – Together
Cute here. I’d love to tell you about something fun that we’ve done recently, but that is not happening this week. February has become...
TheBetterHalf
Feb 18, 20254 min read


IT’S A HOLIDAY ON THE ROAD
You've probably figured out that Cutest and I love to travel, whether it's cross-town or cross-country. On a road trip, at the end of...
TheBetterHalf
Feb 11, 20252 min read


We Bid Adieu
Just to be clear, although we sometimes mention it, we do imbibe alcohol, moderately and only occasionally. Having said that, we do want...
TheBetterHalf
Jan 28, 20252 min read


Toto, We’re Not in Kansas (City) Anymore
Living in a place for a month gives you more time to savor the differences between it and your beloved one degree hometown. Of course,...
TheBetterHalf
Jan 22, 20252 min read


The Rooster Capitol Gives Way To...Dogs?
Key West is a most enjoyable city, especially between the months of November and April. During those months, moderate tropical...
TheBetterHalf
Jan 14, 20252 min read


The Crowing Nightmare
Cutest here. Yep, we’re back. It's been an eventful time away from you. Happy 2025! It’s 2:30 a.m. A piercing scream awakens me one...
TheBetterHalf
Jan 7, 20252 min read


‘Tis About the Time
Cutest here. I know I skipped a week as the howls of outrage from our fans made us well-aware. Where’s the rest of the Maui story they...
TheBetterHalf
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Paradise Found, Again
Cute here. This blog finds Cutest and me on vacation. How can those who are retired be on vacation some of you may inquire. Yet, somehow,...
TheBetterHalf
Nov 14, 20242 min read


The Rest of the Story - Cuba!
Hopefully you read the prelude to our fateful Cuba adventure. If not, you should. Those who didn’t are clamoring for it: ...
TheBetterHalf
Nov 5, 20244 min read


Havana: Adventure or Chaos?
Last February, Cutest whispers in her cutest voice, “Cute, I would really like to visit Cuba. It would be a lovely adventure.” Remember...
TheBetterHalf
Oct 30, 20242 min read


(Many) More Than Five Miles and Mosquitoes
On the invitation of friends who have a cabin that has been shared by the family for generations, Cutest and I motored north to just west...
TheBetterHalf
Oct 14, 20242 min read


Falling Forward: Come with Us for a Minute
From my perch, high along-side the Liberty Memorial, we can see just the bare beginnings of fall despite the 90° weather here. It...
TheBetterHalf
Oct 3, 20241 min read


What's Real about Las Vegas?
Somewhat unexpectedly, Cute and I find ourselves in Las Vegas and without a bunch of plans for every minute. Since it's almost 100...
TheBetterHalf
Sep 25, 20242 min read


BikeFest, Lake of the Ozarks: The Event That Really Wasn’t
We went down to the Ozarks this week to relax from our oh-so-stressful lives. Imagine how excited we (mostly Cute) were to discover the...
TheBetterHalf
Sep 12, 20242 min read


Chalk Gets in Our Eyes
This past Sunday, Cutest and I were enjoying a late summer’s evening. It was one of those where shorts were still the dress of the day...
TheBetterHalf
Sep 3, 20242 min read


The Demise of Summer Doldrums -- A Five Mile Radius Trip
It’s occurred to us that summer is, basically, over. Forget what the blasted thermometer says. Ignore the loudening drumbeat for...
TheBetterHalf
Aug 27, 20242 min read


Moon Over Kansas City
Who wouldn’t jump at the opportunity to see a Supermoon, and a Blue Supermoon at that, up close and personal? The crew at Union...
TheBetterHalf
Aug 20, 20242 min read


It Started with a Mouse (Said Walt Disney)
Family was coming from Dallas so Cute and I thought they might like to stroll over to Union Station to see “Disney 100: The Exhibition.” ...
TheBetterHalf
Aug 13, 20242 min read
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