Author Archives: volovecto

Cape Town, South Africa

Posted on February 27, 2012 by volovecto

The Victoria and Alfred waterfront, Cape Town, with Table Mountain in the background. Another birthday is approaching, so that means another trip.  This year my sister has joined me in Cape Town, and the Western Cape of South Africa.  We … Continue reading →

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Mystery solved

Posted on February 15, 2012 by volovecto

The results are in.  Ian’s DNA test came back as Scottish Terrier the predominant breed, and “in the mix” are Chihauhau and American Water Spaniel.  The Chihauhau I had already guessed, but the American Water Spaniel was quite a surprise. … Continue reading →

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Who’s Your Daddy?

Posted on January 22, 2012 by volovecto

This little guy, now known as Ian, came to live with me about three weeks ago.  I adopted him through a rescue organization here in Florida.  He’s a happy little dog, very friendly, and is slowly being accepted by the resident … Continue reading →

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Backyard Pool Project: the anatomy of a pool.

Posted on December 31, 2011 by volovecto

I love before and after pictures, and having spent months working on this project, it was perfect for comparisons. Backyard before, looking NW: Backyard afterwards, looking NW: Backyard before, looking SW: Backyard after, looking SW: \ The big dig: The … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas, God Jul

Posted on December 30, 2011 by volovecto

I just received this old postcard from my mother.  It was purchased over 100 years ago by my maternal great grandmother Hannah, who was born in Yxnas, Sweden in 1860 and immigrated to the US in the early 1890s.  She … Continue reading →

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The Oregon Wine Country On Two Wheels

Posted on September 21, 2011 by volovecto

My sister belongs to the Airhead Club in Oregon.  It is a group of BMW riders who live by the motto “The simplest engineering solutions are the best.”  She owns two airheads herself, plus the “K” bike, which is my favorite.  There … Continue reading →

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What’s In An Emblem?

Posted on September 6, 2011 by volovecto

Anyone who knows me, knows I love cars.  My favorite television show is BBC’s Top Gear.  I was watching it the other night when they featured the new McLaren and toured the factory.  I noticed the McLaren logo and my first thought was … Continue reading →

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Speed Dating 101

Posted on September 5, 2011 by volovecto

    OK, I’m willing to admit I tried it.  I am a fan of the Sex and the City HBO series, and a particularly funny episode included Miranda giving speed dating a try.  It is also a scene in the … Continue reading →

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A Dog’s Life

Posted on September 4, 2011 by volovecto

At this point in my life, I find myself dogless.  The greatest dog in the world was my best friend for 12 1/2 years.  He passed away 5 years ago.  Since then, I have been without a dog.  I love … Continue reading →

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Yes You Can Go Home Again (at least to visit and eat well).

Posted on August 26, 2011 by volovecto

Luckily, I got the opportunity to visit Oregon again for a week this August.  If you live in Florida, a week-long visit to a cooler climate is highly appreciated in the hottest months of August and September, while August in Oregon is one … Continue reading →

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