I chose the title of this blog to go with a Beatles song from 1969. The title made sense in October of 2009 because fighting cancer might be a drawn out challenge. I take inspiration where I can, and hope to motivate with my musings about music, my status and anything else related to life. Anyone can post comments; no sign in or account is needed, just click on the comments section towards the bottom of the post and write me a note. A splendid time is guaranteed for all. Live Happy- Greg
"Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
"Octopus's Garden"
Richard Starkey AKA Ringo Starr wrote two songs while recording with the Beatles. The first was"Don't Pass Me By" from the White album. George Harrison helped Ringo write "Octopus's Garden" during the Let it Be sessions- the group went back and forth, eventually deciding to put the song on the Abbey Road album. Ringo wrote the song after taking a holiday with Peter Sellers on Seller's yacht. I particularly like the child like lyrics about being warm below the storm in our little hideaway beneath the sea.
There are times when we'd all like to be sheltered from reality, or rain like we are having here in the Seattle area. Things are going well, Yvonne and I spent a week in Palm Springs and San Diego and got home this past Sunday night. Yvonne went back to physical therapy work yesterday, officially ending her caregiver job she has held since April (helping me.) I visited the doctor and am still waiting for some blood test results, but feel much better and ready to go back to work too if I pass a few more minor tests the doctor has for me. Living Happy, Greg
The first picture is from Coachella Valley Preserve about 5 miles north of Rancho Mirage. There are nice trails including water just minutes away from Palm Springs.
hi yall sounds like we may get to visit with you coming up next week in p-town? We will have to coordinate over th fone. Long hot summer here. windy too. Love Big A
Headed down to the Oregon Coast South of Yachats on the 17th and returning on Oct 2nd. Just got the Coach back from repair, went to Corvallis on the 13th of Aug and was side swiped by a hit and run driver aroung MP 58 on I-5. traffic was the worse I have seen Seattle to Corvallis should have been 4 hours and it took 8. We will also go down for Thanksgiving.
It was very good to see you yesterday in the courthouse hallway!! You look good in your coloring and weight! Hope you can still get some good rest before you come back to work, take it easy! :-)
10 comments:
I'm glad you are feeling better and happy that you gt away. Very nice pics,
Love,
Cathy
Greg, the first photo was taken where ? Glad you are feeling ok. Yvonne did a great job. Love Dad and Alice
The first picture is from Coachella Valley Preserve about 5 miles north of Rancho Mirage. There are nice trails including water just minutes away from Palm Springs.
Looks like the Lord is taking very good care of You and Yours.
May the Lord continue to Bless and Keep You and Yours !
Hank
Hank your prayers have much appreciated. Any nice weather travel plans for you this coming fall/winter?
Greg
hi yall sounds like we may get to visit with you coming up next week in p-town? We will have to coordinate over th fone. Long hot summer here. windy too. Love Big A
Headed down to the Oregon Coast South of Yachats on the 17th and returning on Oct 2nd. Just got the Coach back from repair, went to Corvallis on the 13th of Aug and was side swiped by a hit and run driver aroung MP 58 on I-5. traffic was the worse I have seen Seattle to Corvallis should have been 4 hours and it took 8. We will also go down for Thanksgiving.
AND YES still PRAYING :)
Hank
Hank, I hope you have a nice time on the Oregon Coast, and it doesn't take 12 hours to get there. Beautiful area for sure.
Greg
It was very good to see you yesterday in the courthouse hallway!! You look good in your coloring and weight! Hope you can still get some good rest before you come back to work, take it easy! :-)
It was nice to see you Alice. I saw Gregg, and a lot of people in the Tech Services area. I have a feeling you will see more of me soon.
Greg
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