I set the alarm last night and that means it is breakfast club day. As soon as I get out of the rack I get Ms P outside so she can do her bidness. I arrived at Breakfast Club at exactly 0700. Today's speaker was the new Director of the Blandford Nature Center. I was very impressed with both the speaker and her presentation. After the meeting Jim Burr, an attorney, and kind of social chairman for the club asked me if I would be willing to give the Invocation and Introduction of Speaker at future meetings. I agreed. What could I say?
I got home about 0900 and immediately changed my clothes, grabbed my Kindle and headed to the Kava House. Today's DFP had several good articles on how Mayor Bing is going to solve Detroit's financial problems. I thought he gave some very good answers. The paper also reported on the State's financial problems. It looks like we might have a tax increase in order to fund some popular programs. Of course the paper talked about the Tigers heart breaking loss to the Twins last night.
I left the Kava House at 1130 and headed home to drop off the Kindle and then I pedalled to the MAC for a swim. I swam 1050 yards. I continue practicing breathing on every third stroke.
The morning was cold and dreary. When I got home from swimming I turned the heat on. This is the first time this fall. I also loaded up Ms P and headed to Staples to buy some storage containers. I plan on organizing all the family material on these cold days. After Staples I took a 3 mile walk.
It is now 8:22 and I am finishing this blog. Not much on TV so I will continuing reading my book. Just a reminder to get your 30 minutes outside every day. This includes cold, dreary days.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. GG reported that they had a heavy frost last night. There was ice on the lake. GG finished digging potatoes, 1.5 bushels. Uncle John and Aunt Laura also were cleaning up their garden but GG did not see them.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesday October 6, 2009
Today I had a big decision to make. It is 45 degrees outside and should I wear shorts on my 4k run to the MAC. I decided on shorts and it worked out fine. I did run through some rain on my run home but it was a minor inconvenience. The rain had stopped after my shower so I pedaled the AT to the Kava House. The talk today is about the Tigers/Twins game tonight. Of course everyone I know is cheering for the Tigers.
Nancy and I got home about the same time. We decided to run two errands. So we loaded up Ms P and first headed for PetSmart for some dog food. Our second stop was at Costco. I needed some eye drops and beer and Nancy purchased cookie dough and bought some animal crackers for when we have grand kids visiting. We both purchased some clothes. Every once in a while Costco will have a clothing item that is a bargain. Today I purchased a fleece jacket and some pj bottoms. Nancy purchased a shirt.
We got an email from Tasha and it seems encouraging. I hope to see her and AJ in about a week.
It rained out all afternoon so I stayed inside and prepared our 3rd quarter financial statement. This quarter was better that the last quarter. We are happy to see any recovery no matter how small. Nancy fixed beans and rice for dinner. It was great.
It is now 7:31 and I am finishing this blog so I can watch NCIS. I must get to bed early because tomorrow I must be at Breakfast Club by 0700.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a cool Thursday. GG drove to Harrisville to deliver papers to the abstract office for land GG is selling in Alcona County. GGM attended a Freedom Circle meeting and GG worked for her at the post office.
Nancy and I got home about the same time. We decided to run two errands. So we loaded up Ms P and first headed for PetSmart for some dog food. Our second stop was at Costco. I needed some eye drops and beer and Nancy purchased cookie dough and bought some animal crackers for when we have grand kids visiting. We both purchased some clothes. Every once in a while Costco will have a clothing item that is a bargain. Today I purchased a fleece jacket and some pj bottoms. Nancy purchased a shirt.
We got an email from Tasha and it seems encouraging. I hope to see her and AJ in about a week.
It rained out all afternoon so I stayed inside and prepared our 3rd quarter financial statement. This quarter was better that the last quarter. We are happy to see any recovery no matter how small. Nancy fixed beans and rice for dinner. It was great.
It is now 7:31 and I am finishing this blog so I can watch NCIS. I must get to bed early because tomorrow I must be at Breakfast Club by 0700.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a cool Thursday. GG drove to Harrisville to deliver papers to the abstract office for land GG is selling in Alcona County. GGM attended a Freedom Circle meeting and GG worked for her at the post office.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Monday October 5, 2009
The dark gloomy mornings do not make getting up easy. I slept in until 0645. The only good thing about sleeping in is that it is light out when I get on the AT and pedal to the MAC. Today's DFP did not contain any stories about problems with the city or public schools. Is the DFP experiencing some burnout? Even the WSJ did not have any articles that I found interesting. While finishing my coffee at the Kava House who should walk in but Nancy. She had stopped by the post office. Today all cookies are $1 so we split a chocolate chip cookie.
This afternoon I loaded Ms P in the Aztek and drove to Midwest Glass to pick up our new glass top for our sun room table. I also cut the grass. I think that this is the last time the grass will need cutting this year.
Not much on TV so I hope to finish this blog early so I can continue reading "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". It is quite good.
I think that I will change my political party to Libertarian. I am so tired of the GOP and all their negative actions. To cheer because Chicago lost the 2016 games is too much. Although I think the Olympic committee was really put out by the actions of the Secret Service. I have read about negative reactions to the SS when a president is visiting a foreign country. Nobody likes arrogant cops.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was Wednesday. GG was home all day. They brought in all the squash and pumpkins.
This afternoon I loaded Ms P in the Aztek and drove to Midwest Glass to pick up our new glass top for our sun room table. I also cut the grass. I think that this is the last time the grass will need cutting this year.
Not much on TV so I hope to finish this blog early so I can continue reading "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo". It is quite good.
I think that I will change my political party to Libertarian. I am so tired of the GOP and all their negative actions. To cheer because Chicago lost the 2016 games is too much. Although I think the Olympic committee was really put out by the actions of the Secret Service. I have read about negative reactions to the SS when a president is visiting a foreign country. Nobody likes arrogant cops.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was Wednesday. GG was home all day. They brought in all the squash and pumpkins.
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Sunday October 4, 2009
As usual on Sundays the alarm goes off at 0656. Bob and Nancy are going swimming. Today we were the only people in the pool. Today I practised my freestyle stroke by breathing every third stroke. I would breathe first on the right side and then on the left side. In the past I have had a tough time with the stroke. I think because of the new pool chemicals that allow me to use standard goggles instead of a mask that covers my nose. The new nose drops I have been taking might also help.
After the swim we head for Meijers. The control panel on the Taurus told us that we had less than 30 miles to go before we ran out of gas. The gage might be right because I put 17.5 gallons in a 20 gallon tank. Gas was $2.29 per gallon.
This morning we called the Scott Team in Long Beach. Today is LA's fourth birthday. He was just opening presents and seemed in high spirits. Tia Sasha drove down for LA's birthday party on Saturday.
I took my Sunday afternoon nap and then Nancy and I headed downtown to see some of the winners in the Art Prize contest. Downtown was crowded. We also visited a lot of art displays south of Fulton between Sheldon and Ionia. This area of GR has undergone a real renaissance. We spent over 2 hours walking around. It was a very pleasant walk.
After dinner, we watched 60 minutes, finished the paper and headed to bed. It is now 9:20 and I will head for bed after writing the blog. Of course, I have the electric blanket on warming up the bed.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a clear Tuesday. GG and GGM along with the Scott's and Yake's drove after flowers for Laura and delivered same. GG cashed a $20 check.
After the swim we head for Meijers. The control panel on the Taurus told us that we had less than 30 miles to go before we ran out of gas. The gage might be right because I put 17.5 gallons in a 20 gallon tank. Gas was $2.29 per gallon.
This morning we called the Scott Team in Long Beach. Today is LA's fourth birthday. He was just opening presents and seemed in high spirits. Tia Sasha drove down for LA's birthday party on Saturday.
I took my Sunday afternoon nap and then Nancy and I headed downtown to see some of the winners in the Art Prize contest. Downtown was crowded. We also visited a lot of art displays south of Fulton between Sheldon and Ionia. This area of GR has undergone a real renaissance. We spent over 2 hours walking around. It was a very pleasant walk.
After dinner, we watched 60 minutes, finished the paper and headed to bed. It is now 9:20 and I will head for bed after writing the blog. Of course, I have the electric blanket on warming up the bed.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a clear Tuesday. GG and GGM along with the Scott's and Yake's drove after flowers for Laura and delivered same. GG cashed a $20 check.
Saturday, October 3, 2009
Saturday October 3, 2009
The alarm goes off at 0626 and I also hear it raining outside. It has been a long time since we have had a rainy Saturday. I decide that I will get my exercise by running on the track at the MAC. First I have to take Ms P outside so she can do her bidness. It was raining hard enough that I took the Aztek. I ran 3 miles and I was surprised that I experienced no pain. After the MAC I go across the street to D&W where I buy several donuts and a cup of coffee. I take out the Kindle and read the DFP and WSJ. The DFP was full of stories about today's UM/MSU game.
When I get home it is still raining so I load Ms P in the Aztek and we head to the Tractor Supply Store in Hudsonville. I want to buy a pair of Carhartt lined jeans. The store did not have any so I head to the Outpost in Holland. I was disappointed that the Outpost did not have any clothes I wanted to buy. I will have to buy my winter clothes on-line.
When Ms P and I get home we found Nancy cleaning out her closets. She was putting the summer clothes away and bringing out the winter clothes. Nancy also threw away a lot of clothes she is not wearing. Between us we have enough clothes for four adults.
I have copied all of Nancy's files on her old computer onto a hard disc. I also printed out all relevant material. We might give the old Dell computer to Tasha if she wants it. I watched the OT of the UM/MSU game. I was disappointed in the outcome. I was also disappointed in the outcome of the ND game.
For dinner tonight Nancy and I headed to Russ' for soup and a burger. The place was crowded. Nancy is downstairs watching TV and I am rearranging the office. I moved the TV and printer. I rearrange the office about every 3 months. Change is good.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. GG noted that the day (Monday) started out rainy but it soon cleared out and the rest of the day was sunny. GG and friends finished picking tomatoes. They got about a bushel. GGM, Hazel, drove to Bay City with Fern. GG worked in the post office in the afternoon.
When I get home it is still raining so I load Ms P in the Aztek and we head to the Tractor Supply Store in Hudsonville. I want to buy a pair of Carhartt lined jeans. The store did not have any so I head to the Outpost in Holland. I was disappointed that the Outpost did not have any clothes I wanted to buy. I will have to buy my winter clothes on-line.
When Ms P and I get home we found Nancy cleaning out her closets. She was putting the summer clothes away and bringing out the winter clothes. Nancy also threw away a lot of clothes she is not wearing. Between us we have enough clothes for four adults.
I have copied all of Nancy's files on her old computer onto a hard disc. I also printed out all relevant material. We might give the old Dell computer to Tasha if she wants it. I watched the OT of the UM/MSU game. I was disappointed in the outcome. I was also disappointed in the outcome of the ND game.
For dinner tonight Nancy and I headed to Russ' for soup and a burger. The place was crowded. Nancy is downstairs watching TV and I am rearranging the office. I moved the TV and printer. I rearrange the office about every 3 months. Change is good.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. GG noted that the day (Monday) started out rainy but it soon cleared out and the rest of the day was sunny. GG and friends finished picking tomatoes. They got about a bushel. GGM, Hazel, drove to Bay City with Fern. GG worked in the post office in the afternoon.
Friday, October 2, 2009
Friday October 2, 2009
I slept in until 0645 because I can not go to the MAC. Instead I am meeting 9 of my OH neighbors for a tree planting work session. We started at 0800 and by 1000 eighteen new trees were planted. In fact we have a new tree (pear) in our front planter. Nine trees were planted on Mackinaw and nine on Pontiac. John Witkowski the president of the OHNA was in charge and he also provided coffee and donuts. John should get a gold star for his efforts.
I finished putting the summer clothes away and rearranging my closets. I also continued to add to the pile of clothes I will take to the Salvation Army.
At 1300 Nancy and I were at the Kent County Health Dept to get our Hep A and B shots. Nancy is up to date and I need to get a booster in March. After the shots I went on a 3 mile walk and Nancy went and got her hair cut. Her hair looks great.
This evening we decided to dine at Brann's, a local restaurant and sports bar. The sports bar is usually very crowded but tonight it was empty. Is this an indication of the local economy? After dinner we watched some TV and I immediately fell asleep in my chair. Too much fresh air?
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was Sunday and GG noted they had a frost last night. Huey told GG the lake had a light crust of ice. GG drove to Alpena to pick up Aunt Laura. Aunt Laura picked 2 1/2 bu of garden stuff. They took Aunt Laura home to Alpena and stayed for dinner. There were 15 folks at church tonight.
I finished putting the summer clothes away and rearranging my closets. I also continued to add to the pile of clothes I will take to the Salvation Army.
At 1300 Nancy and I were at the Kent County Health Dept to get our Hep A and B shots. Nancy is up to date and I need to get a booster in March. After the shots I went on a 3 mile walk and Nancy went and got her hair cut. Her hair looks great.
This evening we decided to dine at Brann's, a local restaurant and sports bar. The sports bar is usually very crowded but tonight it was empty. Is this an indication of the local economy? After dinner we watched some TV and I immediately fell asleep in my chair. Too much fresh air?
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was Sunday and GG noted they had a frost last night. Huey told GG the lake had a light crust of ice. GG drove to Alpena to pick up Aunt Laura. Aunt Laura picked 2 1/2 bu of garden stuff. They took Aunt Laura home to Alpena and stayed for dinner. There were 15 folks at church tonight.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Thursday October 1, 2009
It froze last night. When I took Ms P out this morning to do her bidness I noted that Tasha's car was covered with frost. Today on my bike ride to the MAC I had to put on gloves. I also started wearing wool socks. My morning routine went without a hitch. I got home from the Kava House at 1300.
This afternoon I started putting the summer stuff away and bringing out the fall clothes. I still am not done. I read someplace that if you do not wear an item of clothing for 2 years throw it away. I started chucking this afternoon. I must have about 50 items. I will take most of the stuff to the Salvation Army. I spent about 3 hours trying to get everything squared away.
They announced the top 10 winner in the Art Prize contest. Nancy and I had seen almost all of the winners last night. In fact I agree with the rankings.
This evening Nancy and I went to Great Lakes Shipping for dinner. I had fried perch with french fries. I guess I am getting hold because it was too much fried food for me. We watched Bones and then headed upstairs. Tomorrow I am working with a group of neighbors planting trees. We plan on planting 15 trees.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a cold and the first day of duck season. Uncle Guy and Cousin David shot 6. GG said he split 33 bu of hard wood for the upstairs. GG noted that it looks like frost tonight because the sky was clear.
This afternoon I started putting the summer stuff away and bringing out the fall clothes. I still am not done. I read someplace that if you do not wear an item of clothing for 2 years throw it away. I started chucking this afternoon. I must have about 50 items. I will take most of the stuff to the Salvation Army. I spent about 3 hours trying to get everything squared away.
They announced the top 10 winner in the Art Prize contest. Nancy and I had seen almost all of the winners last night. In fact I agree with the rankings.
This evening Nancy and I went to Great Lakes Shipping for dinner. I had fried perch with french fries. I guess I am getting hold because it was too much fried food for me. We watched Bones and then headed upstairs. Tomorrow I am working with a group of neighbors planting trees. We plan on planting 15 trees.
Ossineke, MI this date in 1938. It was a cold and the first day of duck season. Uncle Guy and Cousin David shot 6. GG said he split 33 bu of hard wood for the upstairs. GG noted that it looks like frost tonight because the sky was clear.
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