Atlantic City, NJ

It's been great toodling around NJ/PA this past week as a renewal aspect of sabbatical. I've reconnected with long-time friends and particularly with family. 

The past few days Mom and I have been relaxing together at the ocean in Atlantic City. Yes, we tried to gamble... but the machines no longer take anything less than a $5 bill :).

Here is the lucky nickel I offered up to Mr. Trump:

And when we gave up on gambling, Mom and I sat and talked 

(about sex, religion, politics, family - all the easy topics) 

over a drink on the beach. 

Here's to enjoying the Jersey Shore once more!

It really has been renewing.