Sunday, November 25, 2001

Sunday, November 25, 2001

I have officially turned into a gaming geek.  It's not a fluke.  I played the game again today for hours.  Galahad & I switched off, although now, I'm wondering if I can run it on 2 PCs simultaneously and how much that might cost.

I bet you're wondering which game.  It's Dark Age of Camelot, an online role-playing game.  Sounds silly & weird, huh?  Somehow, there's lots of fun mixed in also.  Plus, it's nice to "see" my brother online.

Gaming --- it's not just for geeks anymore.  Or, I'm deep in denial and a complete GEEK!  Maybe I haven't quite crossed the line fully.  I haven't joined a guild in the game.  They have real-life websites, etc. for those.  Some people must really pour hundreds of hours into learning this whole culture.
By the way, I'm a Level 6 Blademaster!  Sounds way cool, aye?

Saturday, November 24, 2001

Saturday, November 24, 2001

My brother in Seattle invited Galahad to play some online game that kind of sounded a little silly or weird to me.  I installed it and helped get him all set up.  I even ended up listening to my brother's tutorial on the phone for 2 hours.  And, sad to say, now I'm hooked. 

Sunday, November 18, 2001

Sunday, November 18, 2001

The combination of my chiropractic visit, more meds, and some sleep has helped so far.  I did wake up several times last night, so it wasn't quite a good night's sleep.  The good side of that is that I was awake to watch part of the Leonid Meteor shower.  Trés cool!

Saturday, November 17, 2001

Saturday, November 17, 2001

OMG!  Blistering migraine from visiting the mall!  It will be a LONG time before I do that again.  None of my medications worked.  I had to pay an emergency visit to my chiropractor, also (thanks, Doc!). 

Friday, November 16, 2001

Friday, November 16, 2001

Find out how well you'll be able to see the Leonid Meteor shower this weekend using this tool.

The Moonlit Road

Eveline Frings

Sunday, November 11, 2001

Sunday, November 11, 2001

Day Four:
We opted not to go to a park today but rather visit the birds at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, for which Galahad is an adoptive parent.

Then, off to lunch at the Animal Kingdom Lodge.  We had been told that it's a great place to stay but the prices were a little too high for my taste.  So, we enjoyed the facilities without having to pay much for them, only an overpriced lunch.  This really is a fabulous place.  The animals are taught to graze right near the scenic overlooks built into the hotel.  One of the guides there, a young Kenyan man, explained to us that all of these animals were born into captivity.  If it's true, then these animals must be happier than where they were previously living --- in a cage.

Saturday, November 10, 2001

Saturday, November 10, 2001

Day Three:
Today is EPCOT day.  Serendipity!  It's the 6th annual International Food & Wine Festival.
My blister & migraine are progressing along nicely.  Luckily, Galahad is in Seventh Heaven with his Disney experience!

Friday, November 9, 2001

Friday, November 9, 2001

Day Two:
Not as early of a start for the Magic Kingdom.  All of the tourists start out early.  One hour later, there is no line.  We took the ferry over and met some English soccer players.

We visited the Swiss Family Treehouse.  Then, off to the Pirates of the Caribbean.  I was still taking medication for my migraine and trying to time the rides so as not to get sicker when the meds were in full effect.  Big Thunder Mountain Railroad kicked my ass!  Vertigo was all over me after that, but after a few gulps of water, I was feeling better.  I was terrified to conquer Splash Mountain but felt that I should face my fears head on.  We got a FASTPASS® for that as it appeared to be a very popular ride.  So far, we had not waited in any lines longer than 20 minutes.

Dinner at Cosmic Ray's Starlight Cafe.  Yummy hamburger topping bar with a plethora of choices.

I started to get a blister on my toe.  And my head is still hurting.

Other than that, we had a marvelous time.  Galahad especially loved It's A Small World  And, I ooohhed & aaahhed about the fireworks over Cinderella's Castle.

Thursday, November 8, 2001

Thursday, November 8, 2001

Galahad & I left for Orlando last night for his super,  Park-hopper spectacular, spectro-magical, illumination, adopted raptor, Cirque du Soleil, perfect Happy Birthday weekend in circle vision.

Day One:
Early start for Animal Kingdom.  The weather couldn't have been any better with a note from Mother Nature.  

However, I've been fighting a migraine since yesterday.  Today, I took lots of medication with me to the park.  It turns out I needed it all!  Maybe the exotic flora & fauna contributed to my demise.
I especially liked the fruit bat exhibit.  Fascinating creatures.  And the Dinosaur ride was lots of fun.  We were warned that the Kali River Rapids would get us soaked, but Galahad's good joss kept us nice & dry.  Everyone else in our raft was drenched.

Dinner at Bongo's.

Then, the late show of Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba, which was stupendous.

Wednesday, November 7, 2001

Wednesday, November 7, 2001


The "Big O Hike" on the Florida National Scenic Trail around Lake Okeechobee will begin November 17, at South Bay Campground & RV Resort in Palm Beach County, Florida, and end up nine days later on November 25 -- right back where it started.
Hiking around Lake Okeechobee atop the 35 foot high Herbert Hoover Dike can be done at one's own pace. Not everyone has the time nor stamina to complete this nine-day 110-mile odyssey. It's up to the individual to decide whether to hike a day, a weekend, or the full nine days.
People can join in any time. This hike is not a backpacking ordeal. Gear is left behind in campgrounds or motels and only day packs are needed. Daily hikes are held in the early part of the day and afternoons are for relaxing or sightseeing. Dinners are usually enjoyed at a variety of local restaurants and Thanksgiving Dinner is celebrated at the historic Clewiston Inn.
The South Bay Campground & RV Park is located in Palm Beach County, Florida, on the south east corner of Lake Okeechobee. Routes 80/27 take you right to the campground. Everyone is invited and there is no fee to participate.

For information, contact:
Hike Leader -
Sundra "Sunny" Piskura or call (561) 439-4381
Hike Coordinator -
Paul Cummings or call at (561) 734-4416
Florida Trail Assoc. HQ - Gainesville, FL 1-800-343-1882

Satellite image of Lake Okeechobee

Sunday, November 4, 2001

Sunday, November 4, 2001

We're all anxiously awaiting the fate of Hurricane Michelle with bated breath.  It looks like, at the minimum, we will get hit by the outer bands, with winds between 39 - 56 mph.  Do I bring in the potted plants in case the wind launches them like missiles?  Or leave them out and let them get a good watering?  Today is also the second anniversary of my mother's death.  That feels kind of weird.  I'm not sure how I feel about it, which is the weird part.

Thursday, November 1, 2001

Thursday, November 1, 2001

Alternative Health Resource

Well, my chiropractor wasn't as pleased with my yoga progress as I was.  Apparently, I threw myself all out of alignment.  He did encourage me to continue but to go easier.  Somehow, I never can take the easy way --- I feel cheated.