Right Now

Hi,
Happy New Year came twice last night, the weather is warming (Ha), fog remains mysterious, and Mr. August displays new talents.
Several responses to the song. I suppose that's to be expected. There are probably lots of computers on vacation until next week. "We'll drink a toast to kindness..." Clue: That's a good idea I guess. The song is from Scotland, has a three word title and it's got a deep history. Oh, and it only seems to be sung around this time of year.
We continue our Northern adventure as we leave Jack London Square in Oakland. After figuring out how the machines worked in the underground parking lot, we were able to get a ticket that would allow us to leave. Lisa had printed out directions to the coffee shop that was our next destination. We were to meet Bill, Rochelle and Cordelia in San Jose. Things were going just fine and then we (I) missed the exit. It's important to note that diagonal (with regards to east/west/north/south) streets can really mess up your day. We got totally turned around until I surrendered and asked for directions.
It's always a pleasure to spend time with the Athas family. There are updates, questions about culture that we love to answer, and of course, the eternal answer of an Apple scientist. In case you've never heard that answer, it's: "I can't tell you". Now you know. We had to cut our visit a little short so we could gas up the Cruiser and return it and get to the airport and check in.
Our entrance to the airport was smooth. No buzzers were set off and we were cleared for take-off. Or so we thought. After sitting for awhile we were informed that our flight might be delayed because the plane was coming from San Diego and it was fogged in. A little time passed and rumors started. We watched a bit of TV from my archives, Lisa checked for dinner options, and I watched people walk back and forth. The waiting was just another part of the adventure for us since we had no place to be. Many others were under pressure to be somewhere and you could feel the tension. Cellphones were blazing as arrangements had to be changed, rides contacted, etc.
The time for our flight had come and gone and the airline reps were getting overwhelmed with questions. Then, as I was getting a cookie I overheard some flight attendants saying that they heard the flight was canceled. Oh my. I got my cookie and went to the counter to inquire. I got double talk that amounted to 'We're still working on it' and I ate my cookie. Then the announcement came that we needed to come to the counter or go to gate 3 where the plane would arrive. We made a mad dash to the new gate and watched a strange dance proceed. We stood in line and watched as names were called for reassignment. So why were we standing in line? We sat down. They never called our name. Oh no. Then they asked if there was anyone left. Bottom line, we got on the flight and arrived in L.A. at 10:30 p.m instead of 7:30
The traffic outside the terminal was in a state of gridlock. The bus to lot C had to go all the way around, but we finally got out. And to think, we could have spent more time with The Athas family.
The August Chronicles: Our resident everyman announced that he wanted to learn how to braid hair. After a couple of lessons he is now braiding hair, and doing variations with yarn and thread. The focus is amazing. He sets his mind on the task and works until it's done.
We toasted the big ball in New York at 9 p.m. and again at midnight. August said he wanted to stay up and after C-Bass encouraged his folks to let him try, he did it. It was the latest he's ever stayed up and he was a ball of energy all evening. Not much to say about the fog except that it's weird.
Once again, Happy 2009.

Peace,
Danny

"Your life is right now! It's not later! It's not in that time of
retirement. It's not when the lover gets here. It's not when you've moved
into the new house. It's not when you get the better job. Your life is
right now. It will always be right now. You might as well decide to start
enjoying your life right now, because it's not ever going to get better
than right now--until it gets better right now!"
~Abraham


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