Oxford

Adam was maybe just a little more successful than Samar at punting on the Isis, but lacked the courage to approach the natives on the commons.

Dodd G Birthday

Marla and the silent film star - erh- star in the Birthday Blockbuster "Dodd. G. Antiques."

Easter in Gower

The magnificent Rob and Paula took us camping on a bluff over the sea for Easter. Highlights included baby lambs and outdoor showers. Also, we all wandered around a grocery store picking up what we wanted: When we regrouped, Adam was devoted to a half-priced, full-sized duck. We had no choice but to oblige his spit-roasting fantasies.

First days in London

Yes, I am too lazy to rotate pictures, sorry. These pictures are of the elephant topiary in our neighborhood, a Rachel Whitread installation at the Tate Modern, and the 7th floor cafe at the Tate Modern.

my country

The first time anybody ever addressed Samar in the familiar Spanish 'tu' form was when we re-entered the U.S. from Mexico. Then she was investigated for smuggling . . . for four hours. Interrogation techiniques included complimenting her on her English.

Apollo trece

When our tire ripped open on the open Mexican road 60 miles from ANYwhere, we wrapped it in duct tape, of course. Just like Apollo 13, where scientists quickly invented an air-purifying device out of duct tape and a sock (Tom Hanks never lies), Adam's Saturn brought us home.