ABSILVER's World

There are roads less taken in this world.  I find, in my life, that has tended to be my path. I sit here this morning in Fort Lauderdale, looking at fogged over windows because I keep the AC on way cold at night, and this is a sign that summer and its humidity is truly here.   Looking around the condo, that started as my home in early 2011 and in a city, I have called home since 1992 I know the dauntless task of packing begins. Except for a few years in the mid 2000’s I have had part of my life and much of my heart in Fort Lauderdale for 27 years and in this building for 25 of those years.  Along the way have shared my home with others, dogs and split lives with New York, New Jersey and Provincetown but always had my foundation here in Fort Lauderdale and in this building. I sit here, with more coffee, after going to Home Depot for moving boxes, tape, and markers to put off the start of packing, and another sign that we are moving away to Austin, TX....

Today is such a serious day, in serious times we live in.  So, I thought I would visit a topic that brings an occasional tear in my eye.  Mamma Mia the movie. You may have heard of it, it is based on a book that brings together ABBA songs into a movie musical.  I confess, as many gay men would, that I love ABBA music.  Always has a beat, good lyrics, and an occasional song like "Winner Takes it All" where it can just sneak into your mind and soul. My other confession, as someone who has experienced some great Broadway Musicals, to never having seen Mamma Mia on Broadway. Now, It isn't because I didn't think it was artistic enough, not some prima donna art lover.  If you have read my blog you know one of my favorite Musicals was "Hair Spray".  Truth be told I don't think I went to see it because, and not sure, and thought it would run for ever. So, what does this have to do with the Movie.  It turns out not too much, other tha...

I added and updated the picture, with a ChatGPT from Mom and Dad's Wedding! Celebrating my Mom on Mother's Day! 2025 Mother's Day Update! How lucky am I! How many 61-year-olds can brag to family and friends about enjoying visits with their mother?  Whether it was lunch out, the quick haircut, or the manicure she is still smiling over,  we had a great week. One of my joys when I visit Savannah is my 4 PM break.  I stay near her assisted living center and go over to see how her day is going and help her get to dinner.  It is always a good conversation, full of joy and, many times, laughter. Also, you have not spent a Friday evening, unless you have spent happy hour at Buckingham South in the afternoon.  Between the snacks, music,  and wine that Mom doesn't drink, it is quite a riot! 2026 Update for Mother's Day! It is Mother’s Day 2026… I wrote this originally in 2017 and have updated it over the years to share my continued love and admiration for my mom. ...