What’s your go-to comfort food? The food that gives me comfort is Spiritual in principle. Secret is—prayer in preparation and putting love into the making and serving food— actually increases happiness and satiation within the body that receives it! https://fineartamerica.com/featured/2-calm-strength-gratitude-douglas-griggs.html
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A National Treasure Chest
I walked through the Marriott hotel lobby and passed by a Ukulele Store imagining the history of this interesting string instrument. Then I passed by the Queen’s Songbook in another store across the walkway. I called up a friend for lunch and had a burger at the Elk’s Club right on the beach. And then …
The Sounds of A Saturday in the Park
What’s the one luxury you can’t live without? I can’t be without my camera as another day closes – And sharing my walks with you!
A Tale of Two Cities Part II
When is the last time you took a risk? How did it work out? Here’s a San Francisco curb clear at the Otis and S. Van Ness bus zone. I think a commercial vehicle was unloading at an adjacent garage, and they got an expensive ticket. . .It’s like 400 dollars if Department of Parking …
Kona Volcano
On Oahu in Waikiki in Honolulu, I don’t have to waste any time in guessing the answer to this question. It’s about the desert at Hula’s Grill above Dukes at the beach. Of course if the question asked about hamburger joint, it would have to be Teddy’s Burgers: But in order to look good–I’d have …
“I Want to Ride My Bicycle-I want to Ride My Bike” Freddie Mercury
What’s the most fun way to exercise? Sure you got your oceans, lakes, bays, beaches and pools—but there’s nothing like making it to the top of a hill—and then—the speed the momentum the YeeHah!
Quiet Time
For much of my life, I grappled with feelings of dissatisfaction, anxiety, or discontent. This stemmed from various life experiences, societal pressures, or personal expectations. Finding Joy in Daily Routines Embracing the Journey: Driving a bus allowed me to discover joy in the everyday. The rhythms of my daily route became a source of solace, …
Litterbugs Beware
OMG guys, look–extra-long Twizzlers! Strawberry no-less! Half the fun of candy is how you eat it. Think of the possibilities of twirling, gnashing, sucking and licking–offered by these licorice sticks–kinda like the ‘ruffles have ridges’ counterpart to the–“No one can eat just one.” – of Lays fame! Daresay do. But as a public service announcement, …
Nothing More Than Feelings
My first time I wanted to get away from negative feelings, I signed-up to be a Marine, and moved to Virginia. I figured if I could get strong physically, with a world renowned military group, I would become impenetrable to withstand negative feelings. That helped a lot – but only for awhile. That ended in …
Turning Failure into Success: A Bus Driver’s Journey
In the journey of life, failure often acts as a catalyst for growth and success. This theme resonates deeply within my experiences as a bus driver in San Francisco, a role that has not only shaped my professional identity but also provided profound insights into the interconnectedness of service, community, and personal development. Embracing Service …
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The Dao of Doug: A Bus Driver's Perspective 