Pull Tight

Although I have been there dozens of times, I never fail to take the time to view the hand exhibit when at the main Baylor hospital in Dallas.  Bronze hand casts of many famous people from the last half century.   If you are in the area, it is worth seeing.

It isn't the big pleasures that count the most; it's making a great deal out of the little ones. Jean Webster It is the little things that sometimes happen making travel with work a little brighter.  Found this place, Herby K's, in Shreveport surrounded by several blocks of abandoned buildings.  Crispy butterflied  fried shrimp on crusty bread, best onion rings I ever tasted, cup of gumbo and a bottle of Abita.  Perfect end to the day. This place has been serving the same kind of food in the same location since 1936. Hear it is standing room only at  lunch time (maybe next trip).

First, add one medium lizard.....

Pulled up behind this car today. The bumper sticker says "Don't blame me, I voted for Zappa"

Attended a talk by Lisa Ling tonight at UTA.  Very interesting and informative lecture mostly about her life in journalism,  womens' issues and her observations during travels over the world.   Made you think about how little we know in America of other cultures.  Even those of us who have had a chance to travel, rarely immerse ourselves in the cultures of our destinations more than very superficially.

Saw performances of Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, and Ravel at Bass Hall by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.  Enjoyed all.  Although, have listened to Ravel's Bolero many times, had never seen it performed.   As a non-musician this is one of my favorites and seeing it performed it became apparent why.  Not being a musician, it is difficult for me to pick out the different instrument sounds.  Bolero has many solo performances within the piece.  And, seeing it performed, you could see the exact musician and instrument for each of these.  All in all, a very well spent afternoon.