Athens, Georgia
The college sets up the student forum with snacks and videos of puppies to help soothe our kids. I suspect the snacks are appreciated more than the puppies, but who knows.
By night, I sought some comfort with colleagues at the university’s holiday concert. A great performance by students, a nice way to step away for a while.
Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia
The grounds crews take no chances here.
Athens, Georgia
This was a bit surprising to find in a local hotel. Athens has a strong bicycle community, but this felt like it belonged way further west.
Athens, Georgia
The Mrs. is making dog kerchiefs for the local rescue again, the morning light made for a little texture.
Next stop was the doc’s office for the annual physical. (After telling me my labs looked great, she admitted she says that to a lot of folks who have no major issues.) Did have a moment where I wondered how good the staff was if this was their repair technique.
EVening brought a video chat with the father-in-law, a great way to end the day.
Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia
At the edge of the county, you find the last few farms. Hobbies, some of them, prized cattle.
Athens, Georgia
Made the back-way run to the post office, wandered past this old shop, closed and for sale once again. It’s on a main road, heading out of town, I often wonder how many folks have taken the keys and tried to execute a dream here.
Athens, Georgia
We had already planned to have our Thanksgiving feast a day later. Surrounding our table with family and friends was an excellent salve after yesterday. I am truly thankful for all the people around me – family, friends, colleagues and students. It makes the days pass easily and the years go quickly.