1531: Today is suppose to be my easy day. I get up at 0545 and immediately take Ms P out to do her bidness. I feed Ms P and then I got dressed for Breakfast Club. I arrived at Breakfast Club at 0655. Today's speaker was a retired teacher who has spent his retirement years researching President Lincoln. His speech was titled "Things you did not know about Abe Lincoln". It was very good.
After Breakfast Club I loaded the AT on the C2 and headed to Millennium Park. I rode 15 miles. It was very hot and humid today. However, the trail was very busy. When I got home I had a quick lunch and then headed downtown to a GRBA meeting. Prior to the GRBA meeting I stopped by the City Clerk's office and voted. The GRBA meeting started at 1400 and was done by 1450.
Nancy is working at Meijer's Garden this afternoon. She also has book club this evening. While Nancy is at book club I will be eating pizza with Tom Moleski at "Fred's". Got home from Fred's about 1930. I read the newspaper until Nancy got home about 2000. I was a little hyper so I walked Ms P around the block. At 2100 we came to bed.
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Tuesday July 13, 2010
We woke up to an empty house. Only Nancy, Bob and Ms P are left. Today is a busy day for me so I leave before Nancy. I drove to the MAC because I have a 1000 Doctor's appointment. The MAC was empty this morning. I continue to use the cold plunge and hot tub to try and loosen my shoulder.
Dr Kutsche moved, pulled and banged on my shoulder trying to determine why I have so much pain when I am sleeping. The pain during the day is very minor but at night it is severe. He sent me over to x-ray. Maybe they can spot the source of my problems on the x-rays. If the x-rays show everything is ok then I will just have to grin and bear it until the shoulder heals.
I had lunch with Jennifer Dougherty at her office in Alto. We discussed her various projects. Jennifer is expecting her baby in August. She has a project in Alto that she would like me to inspect if the baby comes before the project is complete. Right now it look like the project will be complete before the baby. We visited the site so Jennifer could give me a firsthand view.
When I got home I realized that I had not gotten my 30 in so I took a 3 mile walk. It was very hot and humid today with temperatures in the 80's. I finished the party sandwiches for dinner tonight. Nancy and I also had a big piece of watermelon. We watched NCIS and then headed to bed.
Dr Kutsche moved, pulled and banged on my shoulder trying to determine why I have so much pain when I am sleeping. The pain during the day is very minor but at night it is severe. He sent me over to x-ray. Maybe they can spot the source of my problems on the x-rays. If the x-rays show everything is ok then I will just have to grin and bear it until the shoulder heals.
I had lunch with Jennifer Dougherty at her office in Alto. We discussed her various projects. Jennifer is expecting her baby in August. She has a project in Alto that she would like me to inspect if the baby comes before the project is complete. Right now it look like the project will be complete before the baby. We visited the site so Jennifer could give me a firsthand view.
When I got home I realized that I had not gotten my 30 in so I took a 3 mile walk. It was very hot and humid today with temperatures in the 80's. I finished the party sandwiches for dinner tonight. Nancy and I also had a big piece of watermelon. We watched NCIS and then headed to bed.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Sunday July 11, 2010
2153: We all slept in this morning. Everyone was on their own for breakfast. I did drive to the Kava House to get Nancy and me a coffee. I relaxed around the house and read the GRP outside on the breezeway. I even took a nap around 1100. After my nap I continued reading the paper and played some games on my itouch that Debbie had loaded for me. I took a two mile walk in the early afternoon.
Nancy said we should be doing something so Debbie, AJ, Nancy and RH headed to Meijer's Garden. We walked around a bit and looked at the Chuily (sp?) displays. We ended up in the children's play area and AJ played in the water.
For dinner tonight Nancy cooked chicken breasts and chicken burgers. I had a chicken burger along with some veggies left over from yesterday's party. We had drumsticks and ice cream for dessert. Debbie and I took AJ on an one mile walk. We watched a little TV and then slowly headed upstairs to bed. Today could be described as a lazy day.
Nancy said we should be doing something so Debbie, AJ, Nancy and RH headed to Meijer's Garden. We walked around a bit and looked at the Chuily (sp?) displays. We ended up in the children's play area and AJ played in the water.
For dinner tonight Nancy cooked chicken breasts and chicken burgers. I had a chicken burger along with some veggies left over from yesterday's party. We had drumsticks and ice cream for dessert. Debbie and I took AJ on an one mile walk. We watched a little TV and then slowly headed upstairs to bed. Today could be described as a lazy day.
Saturday July 10, 2010
Saturday and today is special because AJ is having her blessing at 1600. I had breakfast at home. I did drive to the Kava House for coffee. Missy and I took her car to Sun Rental and we got the table and six chairs. It only cost $15 which I thought was reasonable. My next errand was to stop by Macatawa Bank to get some cash. Debbie went with me because our next stop was Best Buy. Debbie bought a 2 G chip for her camera.
Nancy and Debbie drove to Costco to get the food. I drove to Family Foods for ice and pop. We had a quick shower pass through but is lasted less than 15 minutes and then the sun came out.
We all chipped in and set up the tables and chairs. The entire event was held outdoors. About 1530 the guests started arriving. The guest list included Missy's HS classmate and soon to be Godfather Steve Kozera. Missy's college roommate and soon to be Godmother Adri Brucker and her two children and mother. Steve now lives in Lansing and Adri lives in Budapest. My sister Helen, her husband Don, my nephew Jason and his daughter Kennedy, my niece Jennifer and her three daughters. Also in attendance was Ms Bittrick who was Missy's OHHS teacher. The Preacher/Master of Ceremonies Jim Pittman arrived right on time at 1600. Jim Pittman was the HS classmate of Missy and Steve. Rev Pittman performed a very special ceremony and it was enjoyed by all. He even sang a song he dedicated to AJ. It was a beautiful ceremony.
Of course after the ceremony we brought out all the food and drink. Everyone seemed to enjoy the feast. The meal was capped off with a special cake for AJ. Grandpa thought it was great and had several pieces.
For the kids we had a "Piñata" loaded with candy. We started with the youngest getting one swing and then the next older getting a swing, etc. On the second round Kennedy Crandall broke the Piñata and all the kids grabbed some candy.
About 1900 the quests started leaving and we all pitched in and cleaned up in record time. About 2000 I was a little antsy so I took AJ in her stroller for a walk. We got about 100 yards and she started rubbing her eyes. She was asleep in three minutes so I walked a mile and as soon as we got home Missy put her to bed. Nancy was the next to go to bed. She had a very busy day and was responsible for all the food and planning. Missy, Debbie and I watched part of an old Peter Seller's "Pink Panther" movie. It was a long and memorable day.
Nancy and Debbie drove to Costco to get the food. I drove to Family Foods for ice and pop. We had a quick shower pass through but is lasted less than 15 minutes and then the sun came out.
We all chipped in and set up the tables and chairs. The entire event was held outdoors. About 1530 the guests started arriving. The guest list included Missy's HS classmate and soon to be Godfather Steve Kozera. Missy's college roommate and soon to be Godmother Adri Brucker and her two children and mother. Steve now lives in Lansing and Adri lives in Budapest. My sister Helen, her husband Don, my nephew Jason and his daughter Kennedy, my niece Jennifer and her three daughters. Also in attendance was Ms Bittrick who was Missy's OHHS teacher. The Preacher/Master of Ceremonies Jim Pittman arrived right on time at 1600. Jim Pittman was the HS classmate of Missy and Steve. Rev Pittman performed a very special ceremony and it was enjoyed by all. He even sang a song he dedicated to AJ. It was a beautiful ceremony.
Of course after the ceremony we brought out all the food and drink. Everyone seemed to enjoy the feast. The meal was capped off with a special cake for AJ. Grandpa thought it was great and had several pieces.
For the kids we had a "Piñata" loaded with candy. We started with the youngest getting one swing and then the next older getting a swing, etc. On the second round Kennedy Crandall broke the Piñata and all the kids grabbed some candy.
About 1900 the quests started leaving and we all pitched in and cleaned up in record time. About 2000 I was a little antsy so I took AJ in her stroller for a walk. We got about 100 yards and she started rubbing her eyes. She was asleep in three minutes so I walked a mile and as soon as we got home Missy put her to bed. Nancy was the next to go to bed. She had a very busy day and was responsible for all the food and planning. Missy, Debbie and I watched part of an old Peter Seller's "Pink Panther" movie. It was a long and memorable day.
Friday July 9, 2010
After staying up until 0200 I slept in this morning. With both girls home Nancy and I will not go to the MAC. I think we both really didn't want to exercise. The sprinkler man was scheduled to perform a mid-season check sometime this morning. He stopped by about 0845 and it took less than 15 minutes. I took Debbie and Missy to "Bill's" for breakfast. Nancy took AJ to the Zoo.
After breakfast I finished cutting the grass and then edged, trimmed and blew all the loose grass back on the lawn. I must say the lawn looks good.
For dinner we all went to Brann's. We got in without a wait. The food was good and the beer was cold. When we got home Debbie and I put AJ in her stroller and took a 1.5 mile walk. AJ fell asleep. We all headed to bed early because Saturday is a busy day.
After breakfast I finished cutting the grass and then edged, trimmed and blew all the loose grass back on the lawn. I must say the lawn looks good.
For dinner we all went to Brann's. We got in without a wait. The food was good and the beer was cold. When we got home Debbie and I put AJ in her stroller and took a 1.5 mile walk. AJ fell asleep. We all headed to bed early because Saturday is a busy day.
Thursday July 8, 2010
2142: I got up at 0730. Instead of working out at home I got on my AT and pedaled to the MAC. I performed all my routine at the MAC. Instead of running outside I got on the treadmill and set the speed at 15' per mile and walked 3 miles. Of course it took 45 minutes. After my shower I looked outside and it was pouring. I got coffee at the MAC and sat down and read both the DFP and WSJ. I left about 1130 and came directly home.
I got home and remembered that Nancy, Missy and AJ had gone to Costco. Only Ms P and I were home. I had a quick lunch before the girls got home. My first chore this afternoon was to take Nancy's car and make a deposit at Chase on behalf of the OHNA. Next I stopped at 5/3 and got some cash for this weekend. My final stop was the rental place to reserve some table and chairs for Saturday. The owner said I did not have to do this because they had plenty and would not run out.
The rain appeared to stop about 1500 so I got out the lawn mower and started cutting the grass. I cut all the grass except the east side. I will complete the east side tomorrow and then edge, trim and blow the loose grass off the sidewalk on Friday. It was very humid and I was drenched when I finished. I took a quick shower. For dinner tonight we all headed to Olga's in Gas Light Village. Missy agrees with Bob and Nancy that their Peasant soup is great.
At home I finished the GRP, watched a little TV and at 2000 I took an hour nap. I will pickup Debbie at the airport about 2400 tonight.
Missy and I went to the airport to get Debbie. We waited in the cell phone lot. This lot is a great idea. The plane was about 30 minutes late but we picked up Debbie about 2445. Except for the delay Debbie said her flight was uneventful.
I got home and remembered that Nancy, Missy and AJ had gone to Costco. Only Ms P and I were home. I had a quick lunch before the girls got home. My first chore this afternoon was to take Nancy's car and make a deposit at Chase on behalf of the OHNA. Next I stopped at 5/3 and got some cash for this weekend. My final stop was the rental place to reserve some table and chairs for Saturday. The owner said I did not have to do this because they had plenty and would not run out.
The rain appeared to stop about 1500 so I got out the lawn mower and started cutting the grass. I cut all the grass except the east side. I will complete the east side tomorrow and then edge, trim and blow the loose grass off the sidewalk on Friday. It was very humid and I was drenched when I finished. I took a quick shower. For dinner tonight we all headed to Olga's in Gas Light Village. Missy agrees with Bob and Nancy that their Peasant soup is great.
At home I finished the GRP, watched a little TV and at 2000 I took an hour nap. I will pickup Debbie at the airport about 2400 tonight.
Missy and I went to the airport to get Debbie. We waited in the cell phone lot. This lot is a great idea. The plane was about 30 minutes late but we picked up Debbie about 2445. Except for the delay Debbie said her flight was uneventful.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Wednesday July 7, 2010
1639: It was another scorcher today. The temperature was above 90. Wednesday is my easy day but I woke up at 0600. I took Ms P out to do her bidness and then got dressed and pedaled to "Bills" for their weekday special. After breakfast I checked on Ms P and then pumped up the road bike's tires to 120 psi and headed to White Pine Trail. I rode 26 miles on the White Pine and it took 2h15'. It was extremely hot and I was glad I brought a full water bottle.
After the ride I had a quick lunch with about a gallon of water. This afternoon I put a second coat of stain on the picnic table and bench. I took a hot shower and started reading the GRP. Nancy worked at Meijer's Garden this afternoon. When she got home about 1700 she immediately fired up the grill. She is grilling chicken for tonight. Missy called about 1700 and said she and AJ would not arrive until 1900.
Nancy and I ate dinner at 1830. Missy and AJ arrived about 1930. I was glad that Missy's car had air conditioning. It would be a long trip without the AC working. The first two cars Nancy and I owned did not have AC. Summer trips with the kids were an adventure.
We watched a little TV and then at 2100 we all headed upstairs to bed. Tomorrow is going to be a busy day. I hope the rain holds off until I get the grass cut.
After the ride I had a quick lunch with about a gallon of water. This afternoon I put a second coat of stain on the picnic table and bench. I took a hot shower and started reading the GRP. Nancy worked at Meijer's Garden this afternoon. When she got home about 1700 she immediately fired up the grill. She is grilling chicken for tonight. Missy called about 1700 and said she and AJ would not arrive until 1900.
Nancy and I ate dinner at 1830. Missy and AJ arrived about 1930. I was glad that Missy's car had air conditioning. It would be a long trip without the AC working. The first two cars Nancy and I owned did not have AC. Summer trips with the kids were an adventure.
We watched a little TV and then at 2100 we all headed upstairs to bed. Tomorrow is going to be a busy day. I hope the rain holds off until I get the grass cut.
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