Category Archives: Miscellaneous Musings

A FOREST GROWS INSIDE “44” – Christmas Eve 2021

Posted on December 24, 2021 by Ray Boas

In the very early 1990s I was the lone book dealer at local antique shows. I saw some interesting boxes, and began collecting boxes that “spoke” to me (and I have a collection of books on boxes – of course). … Continue reading →

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49th ANNUAL DUBLIN GAS ENGINE MEET – 11 SEPTEMBER 2021 – BEST YET 

Posted on September 11, 2021 by Ray Boas

I have had a full week – and making it even better was going today to the annual Gas Engine Meet in Dublin, New Hampshire. This year the crowd was the largest, many fascinating machines, more cars, unique historic tractors, … Continue reading →

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“BUT OFFICER, I WAS GOING THE SPEED LIMIT” – 25 MAY 2021

Posted on May 25, 2021 by Ray Boas

Remember, you cannot make this stuff up. I have adventures, and I am blessed (thank you, God). I am fine, well, and always “accept and adjust.” Remember when in my Naulakha post I shared a friend’s tale — “do you … Continue reading →

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IT STARTED WITH A COW IN 1796

Posted on January 9, 2021 by Ray Boas

9 January 2021, and no travels to write about. I do have a few quiet “get-aways” planned, but simply spots to read, research and write. And, even though I love home, it is nice to have a change of scenery … Continue reading →

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1965 AIRSTREAM CARAVEL — LADY RAB III — A Week Later, 27 November 2020

Posted on November 28, 2020 by Ray Boas

I am still “on top of the world” and even more excited with my “new” 1965 Airstream Caravel travel trailer – now LADY RAB III. The learning will never cease, and I have found a wealth of information on-line with … Continue reading →

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An “OLD-FASHIONED THANKSGIVING” – 26 November 2020

Posted on November 26, 2020 by Ray Boas

I got back from the Post Office shortly after 3PM on Wednesday, changed into pajamas, and have no desire, or need to go out until mid-Friday. Most years recently I have visited the boys, or dined out with a friend. … Continue reading →

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INTRODUCING – LADY RAB III – 20 November 2020

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Ray Boas

One of the pleasures I had with my “open bookshops” in Haddonfield, New Jersey, (1990-1995), and then in New Preston, Connecticut from 1995-2002, is that when I woke up I did not know what I would own at the end … Continue reading →

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LEAVES and THOUGHTS – OCTOBER 2020

Posted on October 25, 2020 by Ray Boas

It has been so long since I have “chatted with you.” And, also so long since I have had any new explorations to share. But, I have to write, and I have to share. Probably a half dozen days the … Continue reading →

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TWO FAVORITE PLACES — THREE PLUS HOUR TOUR — 18 JULY 2020

Posted on July 18, 2020 by Ray Boas

Yes, considering circumstances with COVID, long distance trips are just a memory, and a distant hope. But, today BLUE BELLE and I got itchy, and off we headed to local great places we enjoy, and are safe without crowds refusing … Continue reading →

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2 JUNE 2020 —THOUGHTS, REFLECTIONS and soon VIRTUAL TRIPS

Posted on June 2, 2020 by Ray Boas

I do not have to tell you 2020 is different and horrific for us all – pandemic, loss of life (by both virus and knee), loss of jobs and security, students without needed routine and graduation traditions, lack of equality, … Continue reading →

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