Photos of the views from my windows often have distortions from the screens.
A slightly cruddy looking black stove has these little buttons in the middle of each burner. I went around asking people if it was ok to leave a pan (like a tea kettle) on them all the time, when the button would be pressed down. So far the landlady has said yes it's ok.
Today I begin my 85th trip around the sun. The marking of my 84th year may not be celebrated in any special way beyond dinner out...but I am so grateful to have completed this eventful year of my life. I'm starting this new blog with focus on living here in Durango now. My older blogs still continue, but I'll put the news of this new environment here now.
Watch and see what might change...
When I Was 69 will have my political/environmental/women's issues and personal interests more, while hopefully finding something to share on some of my favorite memes weekly...Tuesday's Treasures, Wordless Wednesday, Thankful Thursday, Sepia Saturday (sometimes on Friday), and Saturday's Critters.
Inner Workings will continue to have my deep ponderings (when they strike)
The other blogs are kind of on hiatus at this time...waiting for me to do more ancestry work, or share important people or events.
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And just so this archive is complete, I'll repost the earlier blogs from Durango, just a couple of weeks worth. I arrived in Durango on July 27, 2026. Less than a month ago!
Here I'm starting from moving in. If you want to see the actual trip photos go back to When I Was 69 posts.
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What does the button in the burner do? I'm not sure if I've seen one before.
ReplyDeleteFirst time I've seen them too...thus asking everyone about them. Frigidare brand. Something to do with not turning burner on without a pan on it, maybe.
Delete...Barbarba, I hope that you a settling in well in Durango!
ReplyDeleteThanks Tom.
DeleteI am here. Let’s see if I can add this to my reading list. The process often puzzles me. I think you cold have called this Deranged in Durango, not because it fits you but because I like it. :)
ReplyDeleteDelighted in Durango, closer to my feelings. The deranged part is just status quo.
DeleteAs you celebrate another voyage around the sun, we hope today is as wonderful and extraordinary as you are.
ReplyDeleteWishing you a memorable day and that your life is filled with love, harmony and good health during the coming year.
Enjoy the adventure and stay amazing!
My former dentist sent this. I love it!
Hello from Lloyd to Durango!
ReplyDeleteHi there Mary! Happy to see you visit out here in the southwest! Our climates are soooo different now!
DeleteHappy birthday! Looking forward to life in Durango.
ReplyDeleteOh me too. Many days to look forward to! One day at a time!
DeleteWhat a great way to celebrate your birthday and your move! I.look forward to learning more about your new home! Happy, happy!
ReplyDeleteThanks Vicki - each day brings new adventures. Today I changed the sheets on the bed. Whoo hoo!
DeleteHappy Birthday! Can't wait to see more photos of your new surroundings!
ReplyDeleteThanks Lois: I am a shutter-clicking every dawn mama! Someday I may get tired of these wonderful new views each day. Or you may!
DeleteHappy birthday, Barb! And here you are starting a new adventure!
ReplyDeleteEach day does bring new things, unexpected challenges keep happening. But joys in between times.
DeleteBelated Happy 🎂🎉 Birthday wishes to you Barbara and all best wishes on the new blog, which I will add to my blog sidebar.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. It's been a fun adventure so far...and a delightful birthday too!
DeleteHappy birthday! Now I'm off to Durango. I wonder how it got its name.
ReplyDeleteI have a blow-up bed that's ready for guests. Me too, but I know the Animas River was named by the Spanish explorers, long before Jung was born.
DeleteHappy Birthday!!! You are on my blog list with your Durango Adventures!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much...looking forward to sharing, and chatting about everything!
DeleteA new blog fits right in with the newness of your move and life. Hope you had a wonderful birthday, we just celebrated our 46th anniversary on the 23rd.
ReplyDeleteI didnt know ow about this blog until just now, so I will have to catch up!
ReplyDeleteHappy, happy birthday, Barb. 85. That is quite a journey.
Beginning an 85th journey means just completing my 84th year! I can remember that by thinking of a one year old. Welcome to this new series. I'm copying some of the original blogs from moving here into these posts, since I just started this one on my birthday!
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