In the cold of winter

This photo is a reminder of warmth, Art Deco, and endless amounts of sunshine. (It is of Miami Beach, Florida from July 2007.) It is also a reminder there are exotic and warm places in the world and that my sister who lived in Florida has now relocated to the cold civilization that is Manhattan. *Sigh.* I suppose one can't live in Florida forever. Is it possible to get tired, or bored of having constant sunshine and warmth? I've pondered this before but haven't found an answer. So if anyone from Florida happens to read this entry and has particular insight on this issue, please share. I am in the process of uploading old photos onto flickr and will continue to do so for the next few days.

I am also finished with the entire The Sunday Philosophy Club and The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency series. I have started on The 44 Scotland Street series. Right now my first impressions are: Poor Bertie. Parents need to just let their kids be kids, even if this means things tend to be messy or awkward or your child doesn't master Calculus by the age of six... Wait until the child is seven, at least!