Log time: 1940
Breakfast Club Wednesday, left home at 0615 in bright sunshine. Good turnout today. The speaker was retired attorney, Tom Dilley. He has a hobby of studying cemeteries in GR. He gave a great talk. He has even written several books on the subject.
I stopped by the Fulton Street Market and bought two pounds of rhubarb. Continued on to Starbucks in Woodland Mall to read the papers.
No Y today instead I decided on a long bike ride. Today's route included a ride along Fulton between Ada and Forest Hills. Total distance was 16 miles.
Nancy worked at the Gardens this afternoon. After lunch I took Ms P on her nature walk, took out the trash, folded clothes, showered and took a short nap.
Nancy went to book club straight from the Gardens. I met Ed and Tom at Uccello's for dinner. We had a great time, eating, drinking and talking.
As soon as I got home I took a walk around the block. It was a great summer evening. It is now 2000 and after our cheese we will watch Rosemary and Thyme.
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
Tuesday, June 7, 2016
Tuesday June 7, 2016
Log time: 1722
A cold windy Tuesday, temps never got above 61. Nancy headed out early for her swim.
Once again I did my calisthenics at home because the Randy, the painter, is coming early to finish painting the kitchen ceiling and lower bath.
I left for Panera as soon as Nancy got home at 1000. I am still able to get the WSJ. I read selected articles in both the WSJ and NYT.
Quick Summary:
Doing business in China is difficult.
The ruling PRI party in Mexico lost in four states. First time they lost since 1929.
Donald Trump might self destruct.
Bernie might win California.
After coffee I continued on my bike ride. Total miles today, 16.
Randy was done painting before noon. Everything looks good.
Nancy got some special orthotics for her left foot.
I took a short nap right after lunch.
Ran errands this afternoon. Bought special dog food for Ms P. Also bought a salt block. Placed the block outside our downstairs slider. Hope the deer will stop by for a lick.
At ACE Hardware I bought four new light switch plates for the downstairs bath. Also got sandpaper so I can sand the top of the lower bath door.
Nancy and I started filling out an application for a Global Entry card. I got frustrated but Nancy bulled her way through. The Feds never make anything easy.
Light dinner tonight then a walk around the block. Finish the evening reading the GRP and watching some TV.
A cold windy Tuesday, temps never got above 61. Nancy headed out early for her swim.
Once again I did my calisthenics at home because the Randy, the painter, is coming early to finish painting the kitchen ceiling and lower bath.
I left for Panera as soon as Nancy got home at 1000. I am still able to get the WSJ. I read selected articles in both the WSJ and NYT.
Quick Summary:
Doing business in China is difficult.
The ruling PRI party in Mexico lost in four states. First time they lost since 1929.
Donald Trump might self destruct.
Bernie might win California.
After coffee I continued on my bike ride. Total miles today, 16.
Randy was done painting before noon. Everything looks good.
Nancy got some special orthotics for her left foot.
I took a short nap right after lunch.
Ran errands this afternoon. Bought special dog food for Ms P. Also bought a salt block. Placed the block outside our downstairs slider. Hope the deer will stop by for a lick.
At ACE Hardware I bought four new light switch plates for the downstairs bath. Also got sandpaper so I can sand the top of the lower bath door.
Nancy and I started filling out an application for a Global Entry card. I got frustrated but Nancy bulled her way through. The Feds never make anything easy.
Light dinner tonight then a walk around the block. Finish the evening reading the GRP and watching some TV.
Monday, June 6, 2016
Monday June 6. 2016
Log time: 1745
Sitting on deck, drinking wine and writing this blog. Another cool but nice day in GR.
Usually I am up before 0630 and immediately take Ms P out. The condo folks start the lawn sprinklers at 0630 so must delay our departure.
Nancy headed out to a class at MVP and I stayed home and did my calisthenics. No Y today because the painter starts painting the ceiling in the kitchen and also the first coat in the basement.
He arrived at 0830. I did take Ms P on an early walk today.
Nancy got home about 1000. I got on my bike and headed to Panera. Panera had their AC cranked up and I could not get warm. Lodged a complaint.
Read sections of the WSJ and NYT. NYT had an article on how rich Americans moved money silently overseas using a Panamanian law firm. The devious ways they moved money around was very interesting.
Many articles today on the passing of Muhammad Ali. I really liked to watch him box. He was in a class of his own. I was not in favor of his stance toward the draft during the Vietnam era. Of course I also thought our involvement in Vietnam was a major blunder.
The elections in Peru and the UK’s upcoming vote on Brexit also caught my interest. China’s claim to big chunks of the South China Sea is before an UN arbitration panel. China says they will not recognize their decision. Is China the 500# gorilla?
After Panera I stopped at Macatawa Bank and then continued on my bike ride. Today’s ride was 16 miles.
After lunch Nancy and I headed to Costco. We bought three dozen eggs at $0.45 per dozen. That is right, $0.45. These are 1950 prices.
Took a short nap. It is now 1800 and I will take a break to have a light dinner. Stay tuned!
After dinner I walked around the block. We are now watching Bloodlines on netflix.
Bird talk: Last night on my walk I saw a huge bird in a pine tree. It flew away before I could identify it. I thought it was an eagle. This morning I saw the bird and it was not an eagle but a buzzard.
Nancy put up a humming bird feeder on the deck. When writing this blog on the deck I saw a humming bird feeding. I forgot how tiny these birds are.
On this date in 1944 Allied forces landed in Normandy. It was the beginning of the end for Germany. I was six years old at the time. I do not recall the day.
Sitting on deck, drinking wine and writing this blog. Another cool but nice day in GR.
Usually I am up before 0630 and immediately take Ms P out. The condo folks start the lawn sprinklers at 0630 so must delay our departure.
Nancy headed out to a class at MVP and I stayed home and did my calisthenics. No Y today because the painter starts painting the ceiling in the kitchen and also the first coat in the basement.
He arrived at 0830. I did take Ms P on an early walk today.
Nancy got home about 1000. I got on my bike and headed to Panera. Panera had their AC cranked up and I could not get warm. Lodged a complaint.
Read sections of the WSJ and NYT. NYT had an article on how rich Americans moved money silently overseas using a Panamanian law firm. The devious ways they moved money around was very interesting.
Many articles today on the passing of Muhammad Ali. I really liked to watch him box. He was in a class of his own. I was not in favor of his stance toward the draft during the Vietnam era. Of course I also thought our involvement in Vietnam was a major blunder.
The elections in Peru and the UK’s upcoming vote on Brexit also caught my interest. China’s claim to big chunks of the South China Sea is before an UN arbitration panel. China says they will not recognize their decision. Is China the 500# gorilla?
After Panera I stopped at Macatawa Bank and then continued on my bike ride. Today’s ride was 16 miles.
After lunch Nancy and I headed to Costco. We bought three dozen eggs at $0.45 per dozen. That is right, $0.45. These are 1950 prices.
Took a short nap. It is now 1800 and I will take a break to have a light dinner. Stay tuned!
After dinner I walked around the block. We are now watching Bloodlines on netflix.
Bird talk: Last night on my walk I saw a huge bird in a pine tree. It flew away before I could identify it. I thought it was an eagle. This morning I saw the bird and it was not an eagle but a buzzard.
Nancy put up a humming bird feeder on the deck. When writing this blog on the deck I saw a humming bird feeding. I forgot how tiny these birds are.
On this date in 1944 Allied forces landed in Normandy. It was the beginning of the end for Germany. I was six years old at the time. I do not recall the day.
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Sunday June 5, 2016
Weekend Update: Log time 1512 Sunday
Saturday morning and first thing we walk to Panera for breakfast. I had their oatmeal with sourdough toast and Nancy had a whole grain bagel. We both had coffee. In fact this is the same menu as every other Saturday morning at Panera. Boring?
Rain is predicted for this afternoon so I wanted to get my bike ride before it starts. I rode 15 miles.
Nancy had several errands to run today to get ready for tonight. We are having the Namey’s over for dessert after dinner at the Euro Bistro.
I cleaned up my mess around the house. Took Ms P on her nature walk.
Spent some time reading the NYT and WSJ. I am not any smarter.
We had a brief shower in the afternoon. We met the Namey’s at 1800.
The Euro Bistro was not very crowded when we arrived but within 30 minutes it was full. We always rate the EB as an A. I think the Namey’s did too.
Nancy fixed a blackberry/raspberry dessert over ice cream (sugar free of course) for dessert. It was very good. We drank coffee and talked until 2100. A very pleasant evening.
Sunday June 5, I beat the 0650 alarm. It was raining. This morning Nancy is going swimming at the Y and I am doing some calisthenics. I think the pool chemicals are causing a skin rash so I will forego swimming for awhile.
We encountered an electrical storm on our way to the Y. The Y closes the pool during an electrical storm. The storm was ending when we arrived and Nancy got her swim in.
We did not need much at Meijer’s today. I did fill up the Taurus and gas was $2.60.
Nancy fixed her world famous scrambled eggs for breakfast. I took Ms P on a 1.25 mile walk. It was too wet for the nature walk. I took a short nap.
Yesterday I fired up our new dehumidifier and this afternoon I emptied it. It pulled 50 pints out of the air is less than 24 hours. I think that is pretty good.
As soon as I finish this blog I will write checks for our 2nd quarter taxes and walk it over to the mail box.
Nancy is warming up some of the lasagna we had last week for dinner. After dinner we will take a short walk and then finish reading the GRP. Probably watch some TV before turning in.
On this date in 1938 it was also a Sunday. Ossineke, Mi: Great grandfather Sanborn said they had morning thunder showers. GGF is trying to sell some property and he had some folks come over to look. He spent the afternoon watching Ossineke play Greely Grange in baseball. Sadly Greely won.
Alpena County had a baseball league made up of teams from small communities in the county. My Grandfather Scott did not miss a home game when Hubbard Lake played. The Hubbard Lake team was made up of farm boys from the area. When working on my Grandfather’s farm in the summer he would insist that I go to the game. Not a bad way to spend a summer’s Sunday afternoon.
Saturday morning and first thing we walk to Panera for breakfast. I had their oatmeal with sourdough toast and Nancy had a whole grain bagel. We both had coffee. In fact this is the same menu as every other Saturday morning at Panera. Boring?
Rain is predicted for this afternoon so I wanted to get my bike ride before it starts. I rode 15 miles.
Nancy had several errands to run today to get ready for tonight. We are having the Namey’s over for dessert after dinner at the Euro Bistro.
I cleaned up my mess around the house. Took Ms P on her nature walk.
Spent some time reading the NYT and WSJ. I am not any smarter.
We had a brief shower in the afternoon. We met the Namey’s at 1800.
The Euro Bistro was not very crowded when we arrived but within 30 minutes it was full. We always rate the EB as an A. I think the Namey’s did too.
Nancy fixed a blackberry/raspberry dessert over ice cream (sugar free of course) for dessert. It was very good. We drank coffee and talked until 2100. A very pleasant evening.
Sunday June 5, I beat the 0650 alarm. It was raining. This morning Nancy is going swimming at the Y and I am doing some calisthenics. I think the pool chemicals are causing a skin rash so I will forego swimming for awhile.
We encountered an electrical storm on our way to the Y. The Y closes the pool during an electrical storm. The storm was ending when we arrived and Nancy got her swim in.
We did not need much at Meijer’s today. I did fill up the Taurus and gas was $2.60.
Nancy fixed her world famous scrambled eggs for breakfast. I took Ms P on a 1.25 mile walk. It was too wet for the nature walk. I took a short nap.
Yesterday I fired up our new dehumidifier and this afternoon I emptied it. It pulled 50 pints out of the air is less than 24 hours. I think that is pretty good.
As soon as I finish this blog I will write checks for our 2nd quarter taxes and walk it over to the mail box.
Nancy is warming up some of the lasagna we had last week for dinner. After dinner we will take a short walk and then finish reading the GRP. Probably watch some TV before turning in.
On this date in 1938 it was also a Sunday. Ossineke, Mi: Great grandfather Sanborn said they had morning thunder showers. GGF is trying to sell some property and he had some folks come over to look. He spent the afternoon watching Ossineke play Greely Grange in baseball. Sadly Greely won.
Alpena County had a baseball league made up of teams from small communities in the county. My Grandfather Scott did not miss a home game when Hubbard Lake played. The Hubbard Lake team was made up of farm boys from the area. When working on my Grandfather’s farm in the summer he would insist that I go to the game. Not a bad way to spend a summer’s Sunday afternoon.
Friday, June 3, 2016
Friday June 3, 2016
Log time: 1800
Bob and Nancy are sitting on the deck drinking wine. Another great sunny day. The present temperature is 82. GR has 15h12’ of sunshine.
Our busy day started at 0630. I did all my calisthenics at home today. Nancy headed to a class at MVP.
The painter, Randy, arrived at 0830 and he immediately started patching holes in the dry wall caused by our recent installation of new ceiling fixtures. He patched the drywall and on Monday will paint the ceiling.
Randy’s next task was to strip the wallpaper in the lower bath. I was surprised at how easy the paper came off.
Nancy and Randy spent some time selecting a color for the bath. They finally decided on a light brown. The bath will also be painted on Monday.
The job of replacing the kitchen counter tops with quartz is becoming more involved. The original sink was a non-standard one and the closest one we can find will require some carpenter work under the sink. We need help, someone who will turn key the project. Randy gave us the name of a contractor. Nancy called them and will meet with them next week.
Kim came today to clean. The house looks great.
Around 1000 I got on the bike and headed to Panera. I thought I had canceled the WSJ but I was still able to download today’s edition. So I read both WSJ and NYT. They both are all wrapped up in the election. I really am getting tired of all the election news.
The jobs report came out this morning and all the cable business news channels had a hissy fit. The sky is falling, the Feds will not increase the interest rates and the market will crash. They need to get a life.
After Panera I took a 15 mile ride. Quick lunch and then Ms P and I went on our nature walk.
Short nap and then Nancy and I sat on the deck drinking wine. For dinner Nancy fixed chicken breast and corn on the cob.
Tomorrow night we are going out with the Namey’s. Nancy made reservations at Euro Bistro. Euro Bistro is less than a mile from the condo. After dinner we will meet at the condo for dessert. Glad Kim came today because we have a super clean house.
We all took a short walk and I continued on an additional mile. We watched some netflix before turning in.
Bob and Nancy are sitting on the deck drinking wine. Another great sunny day. The present temperature is 82. GR has 15h12’ of sunshine.
Our busy day started at 0630. I did all my calisthenics at home today. Nancy headed to a class at MVP.
The painter, Randy, arrived at 0830 and he immediately started patching holes in the dry wall caused by our recent installation of new ceiling fixtures. He patched the drywall and on Monday will paint the ceiling.
Randy’s next task was to strip the wallpaper in the lower bath. I was surprised at how easy the paper came off.
Nancy and Randy spent some time selecting a color for the bath. They finally decided on a light brown. The bath will also be painted on Monday.
The job of replacing the kitchen counter tops with quartz is becoming more involved. The original sink was a non-standard one and the closest one we can find will require some carpenter work under the sink. We need help, someone who will turn key the project. Randy gave us the name of a contractor. Nancy called them and will meet with them next week.
Kim came today to clean. The house looks great.
Around 1000 I got on the bike and headed to Panera. I thought I had canceled the WSJ but I was still able to download today’s edition. So I read both WSJ and NYT. They both are all wrapped up in the election. I really am getting tired of all the election news.
The jobs report came out this morning and all the cable business news channels had a hissy fit. The sky is falling, the Feds will not increase the interest rates and the market will crash. They need to get a life.
After Panera I took a 15 mile ride. Quick lunch and then Ms P and I went on our nature walk.
Short nap and then Nancy and I sat on the deck drinking wine. For dinner Nancy fixed chicken breast and corn on the cob.
Tomorrow night we are going out with the Namey’s. Nancy made reservations at Euro Bistro. Euro Bistro is less than a mile from the condo. After dinner we will meet at the condo for dessert. Glad Kim came today because we have a super clean house.
We all took a short walk and I continued on an additional mile. We watched some netflix before turning in.
Thursday June 2, 2016
Log time: 2120
Another great day in GR, sunny sky and temps in the 70s. Busy day for Bob and Nancy, Nancy started the day with a swim and I biked to the Y and performed my standard routine.
I read the NYT at Panera. Hope the Pacific trade pact makes it through congress before the election. All three candidates are against it. Dumb. Free trade is good for USA.
I have decided that I can not support either Trump or Clinton. I am voting Libertarian.
As soon as I got home I took Ms P on her nature walk. Nancy had a doctor's appointment this afternoon. She got a good report.
I did at load of laundry. The painter is coming tomorrow to patch and paint the kitchen ceiling. He is also going to strip wallpaper and paint the downstairs bath. I had to clean out the bath. I moved a free standing cabinet, a mirror and towel hangers. It took about 90 minutes.
I needed a small bolt so I could hook up the cabinet. I headed to ACE and bought a bolt, nut and washers for $0.29. At Costco I bought wine, mouthwash, eye drops and the UM tee.
Finished the afternoon with a short nap.
For dinner tonight Nancy and I walked to Sundance. We both had their scrambled eggs and ham. It was such a nice evening that I took a walk around the block.
Watched Marseille on Netflix. Nancy does not like the French dialogue with English subscripts. She went to bed after the first episode and I watched the second. I like this show.
Another great day in GR, sunny sky and temps in the 70s. Busy day for Bob and Nancy, Nancy started the day with a swim and I biked to the Y and performed my standard routine.
I read the NYT at Panera. Hope the Pacific trade pact makes it through congress before the election. All three candidates are against it. Dumb. Free trade is good for USA.
I have decided that I can not support either Trump or Clinton. I am voting Libertarian.
As soon as I got home I took Ms P on her nature walk. Nancy had a doctor's appointment this afternoon. She got a good report.
I did at load of laundry. The painter is coming tomorrow to patch and paint the kitchen ceiling. He is also going to strip wallpaper and paint the downstairs bath. I had to clean out the bath. I moved a free standing cabinet, a mirror and towel hangers. It took about 90 minutes.
I needed a small bolt so I could hook up the cabinet. I headed to ACE and bought a bolt, nut and washers for $0.29. At Costco I bought wine, mouthwash, eye drops and the UM tee.
Finished the afternoon with a short nap.
For dinner tonight Nancy and I walked to Sundance. We both had their scrambled eggs and ham. It was such a nice evening that I took a walk around the block.
Watched Marseille on Netflix. Nancy does not like the French dialogue with English subscripts. She went to bed after the first episode and I watched the second. I like this show.
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Wednesday June 1, 2016
Log time: 1650
Today is my easy day. In keeping with it name I slept in until 0730.
Nancy headed out early to MVP but I dilly dallied around the house before getting on my bike and riding to Panera.
I had an oatmeal breakfast. Yesterday I cancelled the WSJ and started the digital edition of the New York Times. I was surprised the NYT is cheaper than the WSJ. Also the NYT has four more editions each month.
I read several world new articles and the left leaning NYT like the right leaning WSJ played it straight. In both papers only on the Opinion pages do you get the the paper’s bias.
I was getting tired of all the business news. Who cares what the Fed is going to do. I will give the NYT a month.
The weather folks said it would rain later this morning. When I left Panera it looked like rain but did not get any on the 7 miles ride to the Y.
Today I went swimming. Twenty laps. The pool was crowded but I did not have to share a lane. I heard the reason the pool was busy is that folks are training for a triathlon.
As soon as I got home I took Ms P on her nature walk and then went on a solo mile walk. Still no rain.
Nancy worked at the Gardens this afternoon. She said they were not busy.
I took a short nap. Soon as I got in bed it started to rain. Good timing.
I have been wearing khaki pants lately. Never have liked jeans. Nancy has a great steam iron that I can use to press my khakis. It does a great job. Yes folks I can iron.
We have finalized our late August trip to the northern Rockies. This afternoon I did some banking to get all the bills paid. On-line banking is great. I just hope it is secure.
This evening we will have a light dinner. If the rain stops a walk around the block is possible.
Today is my easy day. In keeping with it name I slept in until 0730.
Nancy headed out early to MVP but I dilly dallied around the house before getting on my bike and riding to Panera.
I had an oatmeal breakfast. Yesterday I cancelled the WSJ and started the digital edition of the New York Times. I was surprised the NYT is cheaper than the WSJ. Also the NYT has four more editions each month.
I read several world new articles and the left leaning NYT like the right leaning WSJ played it straight. In both papers only on the Opinion pages do you get the the paper’s bias.
I was getting tired of all the business news. Who cares what the Fed is going to do. I will give the NYT a month.
The weather folks said it would rain later this morning. When I left Panera it looked like rain but did not get any on the 7 miles ride to the Y.
Today I went swimming. Twenty laps. The pool was crowded but I did not have to share a lane. I heard the reason the pool was busy is that folks are training for a triathlon.
As soon as I got home I took Ms P on her nature walk and then went on a solo mile walk. Still no rain.
Nancy worked at the Gardens this afternoon. She said they were not busy.
I took a short nap. Soon as I got in bed it started to rain. Good timing.
I have been wearing khaki pants lately. Never have liked jeans. Nancy has a great steam iron that I can use to press my khakis. It does a great job. Yes folks I can iron.
We have finalized our late August trip to the northern Rockies. This afternoon I did some banking to get all the bills paid. On-line banking is great. I just hope it is secure.
This evening we will have a light dinner. If the rain stops a walk around the block is possible.
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