I got up with the alarm and did the usual at home routine. I think this might be the last day for awhile to ride my bike. The weather folks say snow is coming. The 2,000 meter row is the standard for indoor rowing. They have indoor 2,000 meter races all over the world. I checked on-line and saw the results for 121 folks in my age group (70-79). The average time was 9':18". The 50 percentile time was 8':58". Today, my time for the 2K was 9':01". I have some work to do to get to the 50 percentile time. I want to be able to do 8':30" by St Patrick's Day. We all need goals. When it came time to run I decided to time myself in the 1 mile run. My time was 9':30". I want to run 9' by St. Pat's Day. I did not check my time on my 750 yard swim this morning.
Missy and AJ plan to leave for Ohio about 1300. Nancy did not go to the MAC today so she could spend some time with the girls. Nancy did have to leave at 1200 to attend a tea. I wanted to be home by 1200 so I did not go to the Kava House. I sat in Breton Village Mall and read my papers. I got home by 1200. Missy, AJ and Ms P left for Ohio about 1345. I was sad to see them all leave.
I got my IRA check today and after the girls left I headed to the KCECU to deposit the check. I also stopped at Meijer's to buy some apples. I must have my daily apple.
For dinner Nancy and I headed to Great Lakes Shipping. After dinner we read the GRP and then watched "A Person of Interest". I headed upstairs at 2200.
Friday, December 9, 2011
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Tuesday December 6, 2011
It was 32⁰ this morning but no snow so I rode my bike to the MAC. Being Tuesday I did my tri, 15' row, 1.5 mile run and 900 yard swim. I got an early start this morning and I was done and on my way to the Kava House by 0945. I started reading the WSJ when who should appear but AJ and Missy. I bought AJ a chocolate chip cookie and Missy a mocha. After we finished talking I got on the bike and pedaled home.
Nancy worked at the hospital this morning and she brought me a chocolate chip cookie. After lunch I took a short nap. I get chilled when I ride my bike on these cold days. I turn the electric blanket on full blast to warm up.
It is now 1500 and I must pause this blog so I can go to the eye doctor for my annual checkup. My eyes are ok. The doctor did change my contact prescription slightly. I will probably need cataract surgery next year.
After the eye doctor I came home and changed clothes. Tonight, 1730-1930, Nancy and I are attending a presentation on the new Japanese Gardens at Meijer's Garden. The Landscape Architect gave a preview of his design. It was very impressive. We got free food and drinks. Of course they also gave us some pledge cards. While Nancy and I were attending the presentation AJ and Missy were touring the Gardens and looking at all the Christmas decorations. The Gardens look great.
We got home about 2000. I wanted to watch NCIS but it was a rerun so I went on a 1.5 mile walk.
Nancy worked at the hospital this morning and she brought me a chocolate chip cookie. After lunch I took a short nap. I get chilled when I ride my bike on these cold days. I turn the electric blanket on full blast to warm up.
It is now 1500 and I must pause this blog so I can go to the eye doctor for my annual checkup. My eyes are ok. The doctor did change my contact prescription slightly. I will probably need cataract surgery next year.
After the eye doctor I came home and changed clothes. Tonight, 1730-1930, Nancy and I are attending a presentation on the new Japanese Gardens at Meijer's Garden. The Landscape Architect gave a preview of his design. It was very impressive. We got free food and drinks. Of course they also gave us some pledge cards. While Nancy and I were attending the presentation AJ and Missy were touring the Gardens and looking at all the Christmas decorations. The Gardens look great.
We got home about 2000. I wanted to watch NCIS but it was a rerun so I went on a 1.5 mile walk.
Monday, December 5, 2011
Monday December 5, 2011
It was in the mid 30s when I got on the bike and headed to the MAC. We have lucked out so far this year. The rest of the state has gotten snow but we have missed the bad storms. The MAC was empty when I got there at 0800 but soon filled up. I did the routine and then stopped at the bank on my way to the Kava House. Today in the WSJ I read several articles on energy and water. I got out my itouch and made some notes on some stocks I might buy. I think the company that comes up with an inexpensive desalination process will be a winner. It took awhile to read the papers so I did not get home until 1300.
After a quick lunch I headed outside to check my Christmas lights. Last night two big strings of lights went out. I thought I might have to replace them. However, I played with the connections and finally got everything working. The lights are now on a timer that goes on at 1730 and off at 2400.
I did take a short nap and then spent about 45 minutes filling out a big questionnaire from the DNA company. At 1730 Missy and AJ arrived. They are spending several days with us. Missy is also taking Ms P back with her. Nancy is fixing meatloaf for dinner tonight. It looks good. I got my 30 in today, did you?
After a quick lunch I headed outside to check my Christmas lights. Last night two big strings of lights went out. I thought I might have to replace them. However, I played with the connections and finally got everything working. The lights are now on a timer that goes on at 1730 and off at 2400.
I did take a short nap and then spent about 45 minutes filling out a big questionnaire from the DNA company. At 1730 Missy and AJ arrived. They are spending several days with us. Missy is also taking Ms P back with her. Nancy is fixing meatloaf for dinner tonight. It looks good. I got my 30 in today, did you?
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Sunday December 4, 2011
Ms P and I went out at 0430 and it was 52⁰. This is December? Nancy and I got up at 0700 and were in the MAC's pool at 0800. We both swam 1500 yards. After the MAC we followed Sunday tradition and headed to Meijer's. Gas today was $3.34. Nancy fixed her world famous poached eggs for breakfast and instead of putting them on an English muffin she put them on a waffle. It was good.
I stayed up until the 3rd quarter of the UW/MSU game last night. I headed to bed when MSU went ahead by 8 points. I thought they were in control. What do I know?
It rained all last night. After my Sunday nap it was just sprinkling so I headed outside and put up some Christmas Lights. I decorated the two tall evergreens located on each side of the door. We are going to Aruba for Christmas but I thought our house looked very dark compared to our neighbors. Nancy had set up a small tree in our front window so I thought the outside lights would complement the tree. I got wet from all the moisture on the evergreens and had to change clothes.
Nancy is fixing hamburgers for dinner tonight. We will read the GRP and watch 60 minutes. I also will watch the first half of the Lions game.
I stayed up until the 3rd quarter of the UW/MSU game last night. I headed to bed when MSU went ahead by 8 points. I thought they were in control. What do I know?
It rained all last night. After my Sunday nap it was just sprinkling so I headed outside and put up some Christmas Lights. I decorated the two tall evergreens located on each side of the door. We are going to Aruba for Christmas but I thought our house looked very dark compared to our neighbors. Nancy had set up a small tree in our front window so I thought the outside lights would complement the tree. I got wet from all the moisture on the evergreens and had to change clothes.
Nancy is fixing hamburgers for dinner tonight. We will read the GRP and watch 60 minutes. I also will watch the first half of the Lions game.
Saturday, December 3, 2011
Saturday December 3, 2011
Saturday morning and I slept in until 0730 (Ms P and I went out at 0430). It was raining when I walked outside so I put on my rain suit and pedaled to "Bill's". I had their "Super Breakfast". It was still raining after breakfast but I needed some exercise so I headed around Reeds Lake, with a stop at the ATM machine. When I got home I changed my wet socks.
We are having some problems with our washing machine. Nancy and I have leveled the machine several time to no avail. The machine moves during the spin cycle and then we have to re-level the machine. It is very frustrating. This morning I checked the level and make some adjustments.
Presently, 1448, I am upstairs in my office cleaning up my desk. I just bought another Heritage data base so that I can continue some family research. We have had such a nice fall that I could not bring myself to stay inside. I do expect the weather to change and actually look forward to staying inside. I have several inside projects to complete this winter.
Nancy's sister, Peg, called this afternoon and she brought me up to date on her family. Nancy was at the hospital the first time Peg called. She is now talking to Peg.
This afternoon I am making a purchase at LL Bean. I will then head to Martha' Vineyard, a local store, and buy a bottle of single malt scotch. The scotch, Springbank, is made in Campbeltown, Scotland, my great grandfather McTavish's home town.
I will end this afternoon with a 2 mile walk. We are staying home this evening and I will watch the UW/MSU game.
We are having some problems with our washing machine. Nancy and I have leveled the machine several time to no avail. The machine moves during the spin cycle and then we have to re-level the machine. It is very frustrating. This morning I checked the level and make some adjustments.
Presently, 1448, I am upstairs in my office cleaning up my desk. I just bought another Heritage data base so that I can continue some family research. We have had such a nice fall that I could not bring myself to stay inside. I do expect the weather to change and actually look forward to staying inside. I have several inside projects to complete this winter.
Nancy's sister, Peg, called this afternoon and she brought me up to date on her family. Nancy was at the hospital the first time Peg called. She is now talking to Peg.
This afternoon I am making a purchase at LL Bean. I will then head to Martha' Vineyard, a local store, and buy a bottle of single malt scotch. The scotch, Springbank, is made in Campbeltown, Scotland, my great grandfather McTavish's home town.
I will end this afternoon with a 2 mile walk. We are staying home this evening and I will watch the UW/MSU game.
Friday December 2, 2011
It rained last night and the temperature this morning was at 32⁰. Before heading to the MAC I checked Mackinaw Road and found some icy spots. I decided not to take the bike and instead rode with Nancy to the MAC. I did my normal routine and when done I walked to the Breton Village Mall. I bought a coffee at the Omelet Shop and sat in the open area and read the papers. A model RR club has set up a Christmas display complete with a small village with bridges, tunnels and several beautiful trains. This is an annual event and the Mall was crowded with strollers and little kids watching the trains. It takes the RR club about a week to set up the display. I overheard one of the members saying that this is the last year they will set up. I guess all the members are over 80. The Mall also had Santa greeting all the kids. After the Mall I walked home.
Nancy had several large packages that had to be mailed so I loaded up the C2 and headed to the PO. After the PO I stopped by Scott Engineering to give some money for their "Adopt a Family" program. I talked to all the folks and was glad to hear that they have work going into the new year. I think the folks in Lansing will finally get some money for the highway agencies. I am an optimist.
For dinner we ate at Panera Bread. The place was crowded but we did not have to wait. We have enjoyed the food at Panera and it is one our favorite places when I don't require a beer. We spent the rest of the evening reading the GRP and watching some TV. At 2100 we headed upstairs.
I finally figured out how to get Word to work with the blog. It saves me time because I don't have to use my 1956 Websters.
Nancy had several large packages that had to be mailed so I loaded up the C2 and headed to the PO. After the PO I stopped by Scott Engineering to give some money for their "Adopt a Family" program. I talked to all the folks and was glad to hear that they have work going into the new year. I think the folks in Lansing will finally get some money for the highway agencies. I am an optimist.
For dinner we ate at Panera Bread. The place was crowded but we did not have to wait. We have enjoyed the food at Panera and it is one our favorite places when I don't require a beer. We spent the rest of the evening reading the GRP and watching some TV. At 2100 we headed upstairs.
I finally figured out how to get Word to work with the blog. It saves me time because I don't have to use my 1956 Websters.
Thursday December 1, 2011
Another day without snow which means I can take the bike. I bundled up and headed to the MAC. I did my tri today and once again I swam 900 yards. I am finding swimming easier on my old joints and think that it won't be too long before I stop running and start swimming daily. After the MAC I head to the Kava House. The sun was shining with little wind. A perfect day for a bike ride. It looks like the political powers in Detroit are finally getting serious about solving their money problems. It will take some political courage but they have little choice.
After lunch I was heading upstairs when I get a call from my old boss at Kent County, Dave Despres. Dave called to tell me that the JDRF was rated "A" as a charity. This rating means that the donations they receive is actually spent on research. We ended up talking about almost everything and I hung up after 90 minutes. There is no such thing as a short call with Dave.
I checked my email and then took a short nap. Tonight Nancy and I are attending a charity event at Meijer's Garden. It is their Christmas Gala, Black Tie optional. I wore just a plain old suit. Nancy looked great. There were 500 folks at the event. The Gardens looked spectacular with all the Christmas decorations. We got home at 2100 and were in bed by 2200.
After lunch I was heading upstairs when I get a call from my old boss at Kent County, Dave Despres. Dave called to tell me that the JDRF was rated "A" as a charity. This rating means that the donations they receive is actually spent on research. We ended up talking about almost everything and I hung up after 90 minutes. There is no such thing as a short call with Dave.
I checked my email and then took a short nap. Tonight Nancy and I are attending a charity event at Meijer's Garden. It is their Christmas Gala, Black Tie optional. I wore just a plain old suit. Nancy looked great. There were 500 folks at the event. The Gardens looked spectacular with all the Christmas decorations. We got home at 2100 and were in bed by 2200.
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