Today was Tuesday, no luck with my bi-Mart number...

I got up about 6 AM this morning got ready and went down to McDonald’s to have some coffee. Ralph was already there and reading the newspaper. I got my coffee and went and sat down. Nothing much new with the group today about 7:50 AM Nick called and so I moved to the back of the restaurant where was quieter so I could have my conversation with him he seems in pretty high spirits and we talked a little about him going to Diane’s pastor for some counseling on handling day-to-day issues. He actually seemed pretty receptive to that idea. A lot of what he said was admitting that at this point in his life he has no plan and no solid future in sight. I do believe that he has reached the point where setting down roots has become primary in his concerns. He has admitted at least to me, the mistakes he’s made in the past and the ones he wants to avoid in the future. I have great faith that he will be successful, he is following approximately the same timeline I did as I was growing up, not the legacy I wanted to leave him but that which he has to deal with. Other than that, the day has been very normal, after deliveries I stopped at Wal-Mart and asked Julie if I could get Ralphie tomorrow, to which she agreed readily and I also mentioned that she may need to sign a deed release form to which also she agreed. It is overcast and may end up being a little bit stormy.

Here it is Monday again how many are there in a year?

Woke up at 5 AM decided to go back to sleep got up at 6 AM got up clean my face brushed my teeth got dressed and went to coffee at McDonald’s. After that went down to deliver meals, I had 18 clients today and they were shorthanded so I had to seal my own meals. No big deal. Stopped at Safeway and fueled the Toyota $27. My mileage drop back from 28 to 23 miles per gallon, bummer! Instant messaging with Lollie at the moment, I just installed the new Safari four on my iMac. I think she installed hers to. At least now the cursor is working correctly in MSN. I’m glad of that. Hope y’all have a wonderful day.

The end of the weekend has finally arrived

I woke this morning about 5 AM and decided that that was much too early to get up especially for a Sunday morning. Rolled over and slept till about 6:22 AM at which time I rose washed my face got dressed and prepared to go to coffee. At McDonald’s, it was the same group discussions varied a little bit now and then but essentially a repeat of Saturday morning and Friday morning and almost every other morning, one difference is that Bill was there and I gave him the receipt for his business cards and told him that it would be a $30 charge. He proceeded to tell me that he blew up his lawn mower this weekend and had Sears come out to fix it and they accused him of running it with no oil. I don’t believe you ran it with no oil and Sears is going to fix it for him under warranty. Sometimes it is amazing how companies will attempt to get out from under their obligations by accusing the customer of misdeeds or erroneous procedural problems. It all boils down to money and the pursuit thereof. Strawberry fair is over for another year the carnies will be leaving this evening going to yet another city to ply their wares. I didn’t go to any of the events and yesterday didn’t even leave the house instead I decided to do some cleaning. Probably a better decision and it did save me money. That’s about it for now, hope y’all have a wonderful day.

Strawberry Parade day... too bad about the weather...

Well here it is Saturday, 6 June 2009. The big parade for the strawberry fair is supposed to kick off at 11 AM. I wish the weather would’ve been nice for it it’s a little on the chilly side and quite overcast and the prediction is for rain.

Woke up early this morning, about 5 AM then rolled over and went back to sleep until about 6:20 AM. Got up and went down to McDonald’s for coffee and left there before 8 AM to come back home. After arriving home I decided to go ahead and dust the furniture and clean the mirror, something that I’ve been putting off for a while. I do like the way it looks when it’s all nice and shiny but just don’t like getting it there. It’s not that I hate housework, it’s probably that I’m the only one to see it. We are, at best, an ego driven entity. If we don’t get our ego massaged now and then we lose the incentive to improve our lot in life. Being an effective human being is a complicated matter much of which takes place behind the scenes and we don’t physically control. The human psyche is, if nothing else, perplexing. To those who go to the fair, I hope you have a great time and if you have someone to share it with all the better.

Friday, and it's raining and will be for the kiddie parade

I woke up this morning about 5 AM and needless to say, that was not the hour in which I planned to rise. I went back to sleep for another hour and got up shortly after 6 AM. I got dressed then went down to McDonald’s for coffee. Ralph was already there and engaged in a conversation with another gentleman. I bought my coffee and sat down. Del was also there. We all did the usual banter back and forth and about 8:15 AM or so I headed down to the senior center to deliver meals. I had 15 clients today and one no-show. It started raining when I was about three quarters done. One of my customers said I gave them the wrong mail yesterday so I had Tori check my delivery sheet. They were wrong and I was right. I feel sad that the little kids won’t have nice weather for their parade, and this is the opening for the Carnival and it won’t have very nice whether either but believe me that won’t keep the dregs of society from showing up. People watching there is always challenging. So much for the blog Hope y’all have a wonderful weekend!

It is overcast and thunderstorms are predicted.

Went down and had coffee at McDonald’s and about 8:10 AM decided to come home and take care of some business. Yesterday, Ralph bought me a role of the new dollars. I paid him for them this morning. I turned the computer back on and the cable modem and everything seems to be working just fine. I stopped at the Lebanon Police Department today and pick up the application for their Academy program that will start in September. I wonder how many people will be getting meals today, Tuesday I was down to 15 clients. I forgot to mention that yesterday I had lunch with Candy at the Thai restaurant in town, I was not impressed with either the cuisine or the pricing. I liked the meals at Sum Yan better.

My day off

Coffee at McDonalds then over to get the Harley battery and after that to the courthouse for the I.D. Wouldn’t you know it, I forgot my wallet, something I rarely do. I will have to get the I.D. another time. I called Bobbie at the title company and she is working on the document thing and getting the title signed off by Julie. Candi called and we will have lunch at the Thai joint down by Duffys. at noon.

Overcast and dreary and potentially rainy today.

I woke up initially at 5 AM this morning after looking at the clock I decided there was no way that I was going to get out of bed that early. Went back to sleep and woke up about 6:20 AM, got up got dressed took my meds and headed down to McDonald’s for coffee. Ralph was already there as were a couple of the others so I had coffee and BS’d them little bit shortly after 8 AM I headed down to the senior center to deliver meals... today I was down to 15 clients. On the way home I stopped at LinnCo. And got a little bit of cash. Then I stopped at foothills supply and picked up five fiberglass rods to use as flower stakes. Not too sure what the weather will bring the rest of the day but I did hear mention of thunderstorms so it should be interesting to say the least.

The beginning of the week is here once again

I woke up this morning about 5 AM and decided that was much too early and went back to sleep till about 6:10 AM at which time I got up and got dressed made the bed and went down to McDonald’s for coffee. Had a good time down there conversing with the normal group who shows up I stayed there until about 8:45 AM then went down to the senior center to get ready to deliver meals. I was down to 15 clients today one of which was a no-show but he typically does not call when he’s not going to be home. After deliveries were done I stopped at Lebanon shop and cart and spent about $47 getting some groceries the majority of which was yogurt (on sale for four for three dollars) I can’t pass up sales like that. And the yogurt makes a very good snack. Right now I have the sprinklers and the soaker hose running for the yard and the flower beds.

A beautiful Sunday another example of God's power

I woke this morning about 6:20 AM then went down to McDonald’s for the usual coffee. It’s always nice to see the group there and the banter and the chatter although not always refreshing is generally always welcome. It’s a gorgeous day outside although there is the potential for rain this afternoon as a matter of fact, thunderstorms are predicted. But as with all Oregon weather it is a matter of pure speculation. I have a race to watch today this will be the first race with Dale Earnhardt Junior’s new crew chief, I am excited for him. Later this afternoon I will consider mowing the yard’s. This morning, I tried out my egg rings, and they really work well, the eggs did not stick and were cooked perfectly... that may be a testimonial to my culinary abilities, or not!

A very nice day, much to do

I woke early this morning and went down to McDonald’s for coffee. Ralph was already there and soon the others came in. Big Del was telling me that he could not get his pickup started so he was going to have to cancel the trailer rental that he would have used to pick up a hammer mill in Eugene. After coffee, I decided to go down to the Elks club and see if the Saturday market was running. There were about a half a dozen vendors there, nothing special. Ralph was there buying some pastry. I bought a package of four peanut butter cookies. Back home now took my medications, put the bedding in the dryer, and getting ready to wash the pickup.

What a lovely Friday.

I woke this morning to sunshine streaming in the bedroom window. What a grand way to start the weekend. Off to coffee and after a invigorating session of nonpolitical discussion about non-interesting subjects I left to deliver meals. After delivering meals I stopped over at Linn Benton community center and paid my tuition of $24 for the upcoming Photoshop elements one course. The course will start on June 23 and run for five weeks meeting each Tuesday night from six until 9 PM. I asked the receptionist today, if there would be a follow-on course and she indicated that there would be. Domestically, today I need to dust and vacuum and probably clean the big mirror. None of which is appealing.

It's a beautiful Thursday going to be warm though.

Woke up this morning before six, decided to get out of bed and go down and have coffee. The 5 AM bunch was just leaving. Shortly after I got there Ralph came in. He brought in some pictures of a motorcoach that he is thinking about buying, it’s 42 feet long. I worry a little bit about him driving a vehicle that big. I was down to 16 clients today... it seems to vary almost daily. Debbie and her Mother are coming to do the yard work today, and I will give her the seeds for the flowers I’d like planted.

Wednesday morning and it's overcast

I really wanted to stay in bed this morning, but knew if I did I would be tired all day. So I got up and got dressed, then went down to McDonald’s for my usual coffee. It is supposed to be warm today about 82°. I hope it reaches that but I have a feeling it will be humid. I need to go to Corvallis, to the Kinko store and pick up my printing. They said it would be ready by 11 AM. Not too bad a price about $18 to have it printed and bound. I might go to Philomath, and see Melissa.

It will be a short week (today being Tuesday)

Well it’s a beautiful morning and after having coffee at McDonald’s I headed down to the senior center to deliver meals. I have a new client today bringing my total to 19. On the way home I stopped at bi-Mart, to check my member number, and of course it wasn’t selected. I bought two more trellises for the back fence, that should be all I need for now. Here’s hoping that each and every one of you have a great work week.

Memorial day

Well I woke up this morning a little earlier about 6:15 AM and decided to go down to McDonald’s for coffee. The usual list of suspects were there and we all had a good chat. I came home and made an English muffin for breakfast and a cup of hot chocolate. Afterwards I decided to get out the pressure washer and do a little cleaning around the home. It started right up even with two year old gas. I am done with that for now, I was going to spray some bleach on the algea, but the sprayer had developed a leak so I will need to buy a new one at Wal-Mart. My dear friend, Leann, wrote me an e-mail explaining to me that she felt the fact that I was so much older than her that she didn’t want to maintain a close relationship which I had considered just friends. It amazes me how people put restrictions on who qualifies or who might make a good friend. I think she would make a good friend but obviously she wants a good friend who is much younger than I. She is a very nice lady and she deserves to have happiness in her life I for one hope she finds it. I am not sure what the rest of the day might hold, I don’t have any real plans, I may perhaps rent a movie. To each and every one of you I wish a most happy Memorial Day.

A beautiful Sunday is here today.

Well here we are in the middle of the Memorial Day weekend, the weather has been very cooperative what with temperatures in the mid-70s and clear blue skies after a little bit of morning cloudiness. After coffee at McDonald’s this morning I decided to take Ralph to Shirley Mays for a breakfast. Once again I picked up the tab. And after the breakfast we went road farming. The driving was nice but there’s always someone who follows to close and is in a bigger hurry than you are. Even so we had a nice time driving through the countryside. It made me yearn for a place in the country. Perhaps a couple Billy goats would be in my future. (Not likely!).

The first of three days off... I hope the weather holds...

I got up later this morning it was 7:30 AM then I got dressed and went down to McDonald’s for coffee. While I was down there I had a chance to speak with Maria and she asked me if I had written the lady that she gave me the e-mail address of and I told her that I had. When I came home I noticed that my neighbor was having a garage sale, I went over and looked around but found nothing that interested me. Some clouds in the sky today which surprised me somewhat. I hope that we have blue sky for the whole weekend, as many people have made plans for the long weekend. I have not decided yet what I will do this weekend perhaps take in a movie. Anyhow I hope each and everyone who reads this has a great weekend with wonderful weather and gets together with family and friends.

Friday... the end of the week the beginning of Memorial Day.

I woke up about 5 AM this morning thinking about my memoirs at about 5:45 AM I got out of bed and decided to go to coffee at McDonald’s. After the usual banter at McDonald’s I was off to the senior center to deliver meals. The sky has clouded up some so I don’t know how the rest of the day will end. Hopefully it will clear off this afternoon and get a lot warmer. My wishes are for each and every one of you to have a great Memorial Day weekend. I think I’ll go to Albany and take in a movie. Oh, here is a film from youtube about waterboarding... enjoy!!

Thursday and beautiful.

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals... after that I went to the health food store and got some Biotin to see if it really will make a difference and then stopped at Sears to check on an electric trimmer for the grass. After checking their prices i took off to Wal★Mart to check on trimmer prices there, I also had a 8x10 enlargement of my photo made. Decided I didn’t like what Wal★Mart had to offer so on the way back home I stopped at Bi-mart and theirs were the same as Wal★Mart so I decided to get the one at Sears. Back home now, the trimmer works pretty good too. I also purchased an extra reel of cutter rope for it. This is just another test of dictate to see how it works in the application MacJournal. It actually works very well but a few times I will have to correct the spelling.

Ralphy is visiting today

Coffee at McDonalds then picked up Ralphy at Julie’s place. It is a nice day out today and Ralphy looks good with his haircut. He amazes me with how puppy like he can still be a times. I got the compressor out of the shed and at first it didn’t want to run but after hitting the reset button all is well. Debbie and Anna will be here this afternoon to put in their hour of weeding... my thought is that they will make a lot of progress. I cleaned out Ralphy’s water bowl both inside the house and the one in the garage and refilled them with fresh cold water. He is in process of napping now.

Wet and wild... well at least wet..

Coffee at McDonalds. I was thinking as I was drinking coffee that my head seemed to get cold during the night... one would not expect that, but it at least seemed that way to me. Down to 17 clients today, but it will likely be up on Thursday again.. they come and go. Rained overnight and during the deliveries today but I think that the rain is supposed to subside this afternoon and tomorrow is supposed to be nice again. Debbie and Anna will be here to weed. I paid Debbie today.

Monday... the grueling week begins NOW.

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals, the furthest out are the Bushes and they were gone today so my route was shorter. Came home and decided to redecorate the mortagee a little bit, with the help of a razor (which I had to sharpen on a stone) and some shaving lotion... a new person emerged... comments welcome.

A nice day..

Today I awoke to the painful truth that my back is not better but still hurts, even just to bend over to put on my shoes is painful... Funny thing is, yesterday I really didn’t do much, just washed the Mini and the Toyota. It doesn’t take much at all and the pain becomes very prominent. Finally I can appreciate the pain that my father must have felt with his back. All I can say is “Damn the Ignorance of youth”. It was when I was young and stronger that I probably damaged it. Although, my Doctors, when in the Navy, told me that I have ‘Degenerative Bone Disease of the Spine“, I believe that to be a form of Arthritis. Oh well, I will deal with it... that and the gravel in my neck. What happened to that I am not sure. Ok, that is the end of the complaining. Off to coffee soon then back home to mow the yards.. Yep, that should surely help things.

Sunshine abounds... chores calls and destiny awaits...

I awoke to a beautiful morning, filled with sunshine and high expectations. Off I went to McDonald's for my normal coffee hour. After banter and fun, at 7:45 I’d had enough and headed back home. Once there, I cleaned up the kitchen dishes and counters and to my dismay discovered that I probably need to do a little deeper cleaning as cooking residue coats my trinkets in the window sill. I will wash the vehicles today as it is needed, I have the only load of washing in the washer now and once it’s done, I will put them in the dryer and that will be it for clothes. I am curious as to what today will bring, I do need to get a pot and some black gold soil for my girlfriend... you wish you knew don’t you??? It’s not what you think though, I’ve not the time or ambition to support a relationship or at least that is what I keep telling myself. Sadly though, I hate living alone.

Friday... thank you dear Lord for Friday...

Coffee at McDonalds then deliveries... stopped at Tony’s place and picked up my girl. Back home now, cleaned the shredder I got from Tori then inside to pay the bills. That’s all done now. Beautiful day outside, on the way home I talked to a landscape maintenance guy, he will be giving me a estimate to de-thatch and reseed my lawns.

Thursday, some rain some sun...

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals, I had 20 clients today and frozen and soup too... a busy time. Stopped at Popeyes chicken and got a 9 pc bucket for $7.99 and that should do for a couple days. Stopped in to see Cecil and left under a cloudy mood... I wish I could get him to quit wearing his muddy shoes on the carpet... perhaps a broken leg would suffice??

Another week in the making...

Woke at 6 and up at 6:30. Coffee at McDonalds then off to the Meals on Wheels center for my deliveries... I had 21 clients today so that made for a full day. Back at the center by 11:30 then stopped in at McDonald's and grabbed what I have to term as the worst burger in town... I swear that the only good sandwich they make is the sausage egg muffin. Arby’s come to Lebanon... please !!! The day has been good weather wise although there were a sprinkle and just a sprinkle about 10am. Sunny with most of the sky covered in ominously dark clouds alluding to the fact that rain lurks not too far in the distance...

A beautiful Sunday...

Well, up early, greeted the Lord and then Coffee at McDonalds. After the usual banter, back home, mowed the yards and cleaned off the carport then dumped the grass. Oh, actually I dismantled the old swingset and put the metal in the Chevy for later disposal. Today is Mothers day so Mom, I remember you and I miss you too. I hope that all families that have a mother that is still living will take the time to honor them for the sacrifices both known and unknown that they made so that you may be here today...

What a gorgeous day!!

Coffee at McDonalds, Ralph was already there. We had coffee then left a little past 7am and headed out to Shirley Mays for his celebratory breakfast... I had my usual Spanish Omelette and Ralph had eggs and ham... We both finished our plates, I thought Ralph was going to lick his plate... he really had a good appetite. Breakfast was $15.65 and I laid $20 out so that was not bad at all. We ‘Road farmed’ on the way back to Lebanon, I dropped him at McDonald's so he could get his car and I came home. Del will be here around 10 or so. I just called his place and left a message that he could come over early if he wants...

Sunshine... and a little cloudy too

Awoke to sunshine streaming in. What a nice change. I hear that it is supposed to stay around for a couple days and then perhaps change back again. Coffee at McDonalds and then deliveries for the last day this week. Larry and Nelda gave me a $20 tip, I thought that nice of them. Roxie gave me one of the miniture paintings she does as a sign of appreciation so that is special to me too. I won’t mow the yards today and maybe not tomorrow but for sure on Sunday unless rain threatens earlier...

Up Later but still on time...

This morning, I for some reason slept in a little bit, up just before 7am and off the daily grind. Weather was tolerable so that wasn’t too bad. 1pm we had the appreciation ceremony which went well, we had a 4 member barber shop quartet singing really old stuff but well done. Back home after stopping at Lebanon Shop 'n Kart for some hot chocolate mix.

Finally... a day off or is it an 'off' day??

Awoke to rain once again, seemingly there is a pattern developing here. I don’t mind it so much raining, it’s the lack of sunshine that I dislike. Coffee at McDonalds then stopped at the Sheriffs sub-station to drop off the local ballot. Met Jan, the volunteer this morning, she seems nice. There were no deputies available. Corn flakes and hot chocolate are the order of the day...

Blustery and nasty... todays weather sucks...

I awoke to rain and wind and nothing has changed yet. I often wonder what the weather has planned and it appears that sunshine and warmth are not forthcoming. Meals went well, after Coffee at McDonalds. Stopped and checked my number at Bi-mart, no luck today. I did purchase some chips and a pound bag of Almonds... they are supposed to be heart healthy... Have a good day all.

Wrestling tonight, too damp to plow...

This morning the skies greeted me with sour moods... I had Coffee at McDonalds and then off to the daily grind. No rain till my last stop so I was fortunate in that. Stopped at McDonald's to rent a movie, but the red box was once again broken. Having a bagel and hot chocolate for breakfast/lunch. I also took an avacado out of the fridge for later on...

The last day or the first day (of the week)??

Rain... I have a pink lawn now thanks to the cherry tree blossums... Though they are pretty, the mess they leave in the yards is not to be envied. Unfortunately, it is still raining so mowing them up is not an option. They will lie there and rot and probably kill the grass/moss/weeds that reside on the ground now... Coffee with Ralph this morning at McDonald's. We have interesting conversations at times and other times they tend to run to the mundane. Today was motor coaches and ex wives... neither of which I want to own. I think that the majority of the day will be spent inside as I have no pressing reason to leave... company would be nice, but not likely.

Soggy Saturday...

Woke up a little early this morning then off to Coffee at McDonalds. Ralph came in with a dozen dougnnuts as it is his 71st birthday today. Back home about 8:15, I forgot to mention that Fred came in to McDonald's while I was there and we chatted a bit, he is going on a run to the Salem Courthouse with some other riders this morning. Larry and Lori are having a garage sale today, too bad the weather isn’t a little nicer for them. It rained hard overnight and more is projected for today... so goes the weather in the beautiful Willamette Valley. Dammit.

Odd, having Friday off... May Day, Cinco dE mayo i guess...

Coffee at McDonalds then to AppleTree’s for a half order of Biscuits and gravy. Home now, swept the garage and now making some hot chocolate to drink. Beautiful outside right now, hope it stays nice today. I might go to Costco. Right now, will pay bills. Got the bills paid, for some reason, the LinnCo debit card had the wrong exp date on a couple accounts. Changed them out and all works fine now.

Thursday, a little shorter week for deliveries...

Awake early, 5am and tossed and turned a little then decided to get up, went to Coffee at McDonalds. Then left there about 8:10 and went to the Senior Center. I had 17 clients today and we had to take everyone a frozen meal for tomorrow plus the 5 double frozens for some of the clients meals on weekends. I had lunch at the center today, Mac ‘n Cheese so that was ok. Stopped and got some cash at Linnco to help thru the long weekend.

Busy morning... much accomplished

The trip to Wells Fargo in P-town proved fruitful and will likely culminate in a substantial change in disposable income... good for me I suppose.

Cloudy and cool today, not much going on... I am going to watch some DVR stuff today.

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Overcast and damp and dreary...

Today looks to be another of the famous Willamette Valley dour days. Often times it is days like this that prompt me to think of relocating to a nicer climate... Ah, the dreams. I dropped from 20 to 17 clients today and didn’t lose one mile... 3 of the ladies in Stillwater are off their feed it would seem. I stopped in at Bi-mart to check my number and of course I didn’t get lucky...

Overcast today with the ominous threat of RAIN...

Woke up early this morning, right around 6am. The house was cold, not too surprising as the heat was down. I found it to be cloudy as I headed down to McDonald's for coffee. At 8:20 I left McDonald's and headed to the Senior center to deliver meals... I have another new temp client that lives up on Middle Ridge... adds about 8 miles to the route. On the way home, I stopped at Comcast and got an HDMI cable and then the Post office to get my mail... My Oregon tax refund came in and notification from SSN about the stimulus check. Called Comcast and they are giving me a 1 year special discount which will reduce my cable costs almost $30 a month for the next year. Also called Sublimity and asked about the increased premiums on the Mini and was able to get things straightened out and will save about $20 every 6mo on insurance. Called Julie at Wells Fargo and have an appt. there on Wed to look into refi on the house.

Last day here... tomorrow I head North...

Beautiful weather here today, the guy from Dish Network came to install the Wongs new HD DVR for the Plazma TV. It will be nice, I am certain of that.

I need to make a trip to Game Stop to return a controller that failed to work with the iMac. It was made for the X-box but the guy thought it might work... So much for that idea.

I will exchange it for the sensor bar that will be used with the Wii when they bring it upstairs to play it.

After getting to GameStop, I did exchange the controller for a wireless Sensor bar. Then I filled the Mini at Raillies and from there back to Lollie and Gareths.

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Friday... gonna be busy around here...

The last two days have been much cooler, in the low 70˚ or so, much more bearable than the 90˚+ days that were at the beginning of my stay.

Today, my Sis and Gareth will be getting not only their new mattress and box springs set, also Gareth purchased a 50" plazma for the family room and Lollie picked out a temporary stand for it. Tonight we watch quality TV.

Well, shortly after 10am and the TV and stand have arrived. The two technicians set it up but were unable to get the DVR working right so Tony will be arriving to set it up I guess.

Right after they left, the new Mattress and boxspring arrived and is now set up too.

It will be exciting, getting things hidden and re-routed so that the critical eye of my Sister will be sated...

I am ready to come home... it has been good, but it's time. (sound familiar Leann?)

I'll be back Sunday afternoon.

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Thursday... I am leaving Sunday...

After catching this video on "Hulu", I decided that perhaps I would share it here...It addresses a subject that I am interested in...

Nothing much going on so sit back and enjoy the movie...

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Perhaps a shade cooler today, but still hot.

Well it is Wednesday... what will we do? I don't know for sure, but I believe that we will be going down to the stereo store so my sister can pick out a stand for the new 50" plasma screen TV that they are getting. It should be fun.

Nothing else is planned I don't believe but Friday will be exciting as they get their new boxspring and mattress set ($3,200) plus the big screen TV is supposed to arrive too.

They should be sleeping like angels in heaven on the new bed.

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95˚ today... Very very warm.

I've no idea what today will bring outside of a lunch date that Gareth and I have... sort of a guys time thing. Last year, we found this neat little bar where the beer was ice cold and the food was not only tasty, but affordable too.

It is very close so we won't spend a lot of time driving to it. We also will be looking for a new transformer for his desk lamp... Radio Shack and Folsom Lighting come to mind as places to check.

I am happy to be able to post to my blog while on vacation as I can update my friends on what is going on and also check their blogs and see how they are...

Have a wonderful day, I am sure I will.

Watch this little kid play some trick shots and I thought I knew some good shots...

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A very warm Monday... 95˚ today

We all slept very well last night, it had been a long and eventful day which we all enjoyed... the trip to the winery and the picture taking plus the drive were all good.

Today my Sis has a Dr. appt. to find out exactly what is wrong with her foot... I told her that perhaps the hoof was not properly shod... took her a bit to catch on but after that the beatings resumed.

Enjoy the day my friends...

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Actually, Today is Sunday...

Lollie and Gareth and I took the Mini out to wine country today, all of us in the little car and it really was pretty nice...

We stopped Railey's market and bought precooked BBQ Ribs (they are succulicious) and corn on the cob for dinner accompanied by a 5 star salad.

Great day almost 90˚ too. It's late now 10:07 PM so I will be off to bed eventually.

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Birthday Party Bonaza !!!

The trip to California went very well, the Mini performed flawlessly and there were no incidents on the road at all.

I left the house at about 6:15 and stopped at the freeway Arco to top off the tank. The next stop I made was at South Weed Exit where I got a quick breakfast. Next stop was at Redding, Ca. for fuel.

Then I stopped at Red Bluff at a rest area to call my sister and continue the ruse and told her that I was cleaning daisy's out of my yard because the day was nice... (terrible thing, lying to your sister).

Arrived at Folsom about 4pm after a 15 minute traffic delay (the freeway became a parking lot essentially).

I stopped and washed the Mini and then parked in the shopping mall where the restaurant is located and shopped around until 7:45 at which time I entered the restaurant and snuck up behind Lollie and put my hands over her eyes... All thirty guests were already there and witnessed this... my sis had no idea who it was until she turned around. Phenomenal surprise for her. A wonderful time and reuniting with many people I know was great too.

I won't bore you with the dinner details but it was good. Next Post???? when you catch me...

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Yipeeeeee.... Tomorrow it starts...

Well, nothing special to post today, I am anxious, excited and impatient...

'nuff said??

Maybe not, so here is some more...

Stopped at LinnCo and got some cash... then to the Thousand Island store and got a gift for Lollie and a card too.

Back home now, need to buy a clothes rail for the mini.

Nice day outside.  I went to Bi-mart and bought a really nice bar, cost me $15 and then when I got home I found that it was too long, had to cut it apart and shorten it but it works now...

The weather is beautiful, it pains me to think that it will rain at some point or so they predict...

I have a box packed with ‘stuff’, will put in the hanging stuff later and a small bag with incidentals.

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Wednesday, after today just one more...

Getting out of bed today was something I would rather have avoided... it was warm and comfortable. Anyhow, Coffee at McDonalds was typical with the usual list of suspects. Good conversation is at a premium not often achieved but constantly sought after. Del and I did have some good discussions and of course, Bob, puts in his two cents which considering the current value of the dollar would be best kept to himself. Back home now, cleaned the kitchen and made some toast for breakfast. I cleaned Ralphy’s water bowl and filled it with fresh water in preparation of his visit today. The skies are overcast, I hope no rain falls so that I can mow the yards.

One more day to deliver then I'm gone.

Coffee as usual, the weather is a tad on the chilly side this morning. I gave the converter box to Ralph at coffee, he seemed pleased. Off to deliver my meals, at the end of my route, I found myself short two meals and I thought I had counted them right... not to worry though, one client said she had plenty and unfortunately another had been in a car accident. Back to the center then off to Bi-Mart to check my number and of course, I didn’t get lucky... Back home now, cleaned up the dishes, made a cup of hot chocolate and some toast with peanut butter.

Manic Monday... I hate taxes!!

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals... After that I stopped and got the Fed’s check for $430 and $75 for Claudine (too much I think). Dropped off the cash to Claudine and picked up the taxes... from there, off to Comcast to get Ralphy a box. Then to Wal★Mart where I got some baby asprin and some ibuprofen and some crackers and mayo and sweet relish, a diet pepsi and some cheese spread. Back home now, put the check to the Feds in the mail and came back inside and washed the dishes and put the groceries away... Rainy day, glad I am inside.

Happy Easter Sunday to you all...

Coffee at McDonalds. It is raining and evidently has most of the night. Back home, today at coffee was confrontational with Ralph, I suppose it is because of his age but at times it becomes irritating and I need to walk away for a bit. It is difficult to offer help to someone who is either too proud to accept it or perhaps as in Ralph’s case, not able to fully understand your intent. If I reach that point where I cannot fully understand what is being said to me, I hope someone has the common decency to put me out of my misery... Above all, I never want to be a burden... not to anyone. It is Easter Sunday, a very special day that we should all respect and pay tribute to. My God and perhaps yours too, gave his all for us and for that I shall forever be thankful. Sadness reigns in my heart for those who have no belief in the sacrifices our Lord made... their reward will not exist and I hope, especially on this day, that they take Christ as their Savior... It is the only path to salvation. Bless you all and may you enjoy the day with those you love and who love you. My daughter will be coming over with her boyfriend after church so that will be special.

Saturday "Photo shoot day"... good results??

                     How Old??   Young !!!

Coffee at McDonalds at about 7am. From there, Del and I went to AppleTree’s for breakfast then I came home and combed my hair and got a couple shirts and went out to Julia’s to have her take some pictures. She couldn’t get her printer to work so I took the pictures on an SD card to Wal★Mart and printed them out there... 15 pictures 4x6 for $4.50. The pictures were good, obviously some better than others though. I took one down and gave to Maria’s daughter for them to take to the PI when they leave on Monday. I like the pictures of me today, wish there was a little more hair on top but other than that... I don’t look too bad for an old man.  If you like, check them out here...

Thank you Lord, for Friday.

Nice morning so far, no rain yet although the sky promises some... perhaps later on. Coffee at McDonalds then off to have Raullie cut my hair and then off to deliver the meals... I decided to have lunch at then center again. Today they had Veal, gravy and scalloped potatoes... not bad at all Went to Economy to see about their motion switches and was not impressed, perhaps tomorrow I will go to Home depot. I did buy a can of fluorescent green paint to enhance the leaves I have in frames. It really makes them pop off the black background. I got the leaves painted and back into the frames and boy what a difference it made... I will get together with Julie Slife tomorrow and have her take a few pictures of me, I promised Marie one so she can show the ladies in the Philippines what a good looking guy looks like.

Thankless Thursday, rain and more rain...

Raining this morning, the dampness will do a lot for the trees I guess. Off to Coffee at McDonalds then to the center to deliver the meals for the day The meal looked really good, so I decided to eat at the center after my deliveries... I got the only piece of Roast Beef that was full of grizzle and veins... figures I guess. Stopped and cashed the check for the accident, settled for half the estimate because it was one claimant’s word against the other and no witnesses. Back home now and wondering what I should do on this miserable day... probably nothing much.

My Day off... Wednesday weather promotes movies...

Wet and cold this morning, I really wanted to stay in bed but for some reason I cannot... Coffee at McDonalds and the usual crowd. I did take the ‘redneck letter’ to the gentleman from Arkansas... he seemed to enjoy it a lot. I rented ‘Marley and me’ and ‘7 pounds’. Figure it is a good day to watch a couple movies. I ended up leaving there to come home around 8:40. Once home, I cleaned up the kitchen and made some hot chocolate and a sourdough English muffin.

Off Tomorrow but on my game...

Tuesdays are nice because I have Wednesdays off. I will have the academy meeting tonight though. I likely will fill up the Toyota before the meeting as it is getting down on fuel The day is nice, but clouds have started to make their appearance and in the next 24 hours, rain will once again be with us... I got the cement and the cleaner for the PVC pipe and finished putting the gizmo together... I need some 2ltr. bottles now to finish the project.

Sunny Sunday... a good day to be alive...

Up a little later this morning, off to Coffee at McDonalds where Del came in and the Gentleman from Arkansas and Bob was there too. Norm and his girlfriend showed up also. After coffee, I went to Lebanon Shop 'n Kart and got some milk and salsa (not a good mixture). Back home, parked the mini on the carport for later washing. Having some hot chocolate now after cleaning up the kitchen.

Spring has sprung on this Saturday...

Up about 6:40 and decided to go to Coffee at McDonalds even though it is Saturday and I did feel like sleeping in some. Good visit with all, then back home and cleaned my bathroom, even the floor and shower and all the bottles on the sink. I have it closed up now, allowing the bleach to work on the shower... I took down the shower curtain and bleached the bottom of it and it is now in the washer... I have my laundry in the dryer now... Vacuumed the entire house and will likely start dusting in a bit. Domestic bitch is what I’ve become... due to the lack of a female partner or cleaning lady, I find myself doing these chores... To be honest, I do a much better job. The sky is looking blue after being blanketed in fog this morning, I believe it will be a nice day... Perhaps mowing?? maybe...

Finally... and end to the week

Up and off to Coffee at McDonalds. The day is starting off cold and with angry skies prevailing... I don’t see the sun making much of an appearance today. Off to deliver meals, only had one no show, John as usual didn’t call. Stopped at the Credit union for some cash, put $25 in Jacks card and then off to the Sheriffs sub-station for a pot luck. The dinner went well and I am now a volunteer on an ‘as needed’ basis. From there, I stopped and dropped off the card to the mailbox at the new Post office. Home now and turned up the heat a little and replace the plastic bags in the garbage cans...

4th day of the work week...

This is a fine but rainy day that I’ve opened my eyes to. Coffee at McDonalds then deliveries. I wish so much that we could see some sunshine... it will come, I know that, but it seems to take so long. The morning has gone well and I stopped and bought a motion sensor switch at Bi-Rite today for the main bathroom, but will return it tomorrow. I can find it a lot cheaper. Hopefully your day will go well and good things will come to you...

Blah......

Nothing overly exciting today, I do have a lunch date followed by a movie date but that pretty much sums up the day...

The day changed, after leaving the house for Albany and a Lunch date with Movie.  The lunch was great, we had a good visit and then floundered around Fred Meyer for a bit then off to watch "Monsters / Aliens".  A good show, but I liked "Ice Age" better.

Back home now and checking emails etc... still nasty outside though.

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Terrible weather Tuesday...

Up about 7am this morning, I didn’t bother setting an alarm as I knew that I would awaken once the light came in the bedroom window. Down to Coffee at McDonalds and after that off to deliver meals... I had 17 customers, Peggy didn’t come to the door, although I noticed that her are was missing from the lot so she may have been shopping. Stopped at Bi-Mart to check my number but no luck... I did buy a can of beef broth and a can of beef stew that I will add a can of peas, corn and green beans to along with a dash of instant potato mix to thicken... should make for a nice little meal. The weather is cold and overcast again today... it is often during stretches of weather like this that I seriously consider relocating.

Tonight is another meeting of the "Citizens Academy" in Scio, looks to be a wet trip out there.

WWE Tonight... Yea !!!

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals... While at coffee, Bob, the idiot, once again got in my face, (standing right up in your face) and I told him to move back a little, he didn’t do it so I got up and “Moved” him to a distance I liked more... Most people don’t cause me anxiety, but when people get into my space, it brings about a fundamental change in me that I have difficulty controlling... He was lucky, this time. Other than that, deliveries went fine and I stopped at Lebanon shop ‘n Kart and got some sourdough muffins and some whipped Philadelphia creme cheese...

Then end or beginning of the Week...

Slept in until about 7:40 this morning, then Coffee at McDonalds and now back home. The day looks gloomy, and I believe that it will storm again before the sun sets. I took some ‘Texas toast’ and a bag of spaghetti sauce out of the freezer to fix for dinner tonight. Likely will have to hit the store today and get some decent sized shell noodles though. I also need to fill the Toyota.

Typical Wet Saturday... will rain all weekend...

This video is specially for Leann...

Got up this morning just past 6:30 and headed down to McDonald's for coffee. After being there about 30 minutes, Del showed up and I really thought he might not, but he did. We left there a little after 8 and went out to Shirley Mays and he bought me breakfast. We sat with a couple guys who were also friends and had a conversation with them while we enjoyed breakfast. One of the worked at AA auto wreckers in Albany and the other must have been retired from one of the local mills. Funny, when you meet strangers like that how you can have a really neat conversation and learn a little about their lives. It was a good time and good breakfast. Del shared that he is no longer involved with a girlfriend so I suggested to him that he is likely to once again be on the prowl... It is raining outside, makes me so happy that I took care of the lawns yesterday. At this rate, April should be a wonderful month. Back home and turned up the heat some as it’s chilly inside the house.

TGIF my friends...

Glad it's Friday. (A little video for fun up there) I have had an interesting week for sure.  Been busy and had events happen that would have been better left unhappened especially the accident at McDonald's.

I filed a complaint with the Oregon Insurance Commissioner today as it appeared that Hagerty Insurance was not going to budge from their declared 50% liability idea.  I truly could not accept being 50% liable for an accident that I didn't cause... No wonder people hate insurance companies...

Not too much else going on, given the rain forecast, I decided to mow the yards today.  I even used the bag and have the clippings in the back of the Pickup for later disposal.

Yard looks nice, but I really need to do something about the darn moss.  Last couple years have really been bad for moss.

Do any of you have any plans for the weekend..? I am going to cash in my breakfast chit with Del, maybe tomorrow if I am lucky.

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A good Thursday is nice to have

Here is a picture of the accident scene at McDonalds, the "T" is for my toyota and the "C" is the other guys Camarro... pretty obvious he backed into me.

Up about 6:20 again this morning, dressed and off to Coffee at McDonalds. Nice morning, although the fog did appear whilst I was having coffee. The sky is somewhat overcast from the blue it was this morning. Deliveries went well. I stopped to talk to Don about the offer Lauren made and he suggested calling the Insurance Commissioner. Back home now, called Lauren and told her my feelings about them wanting me to accept 50% blame for the accident and they staunchly stood by the 50% offer and I refused it.

Mini madness and fun in the rain

As normal, whenever I have something to do first thing in the morning, I wake up early then can’t seem to get back to sleep. I am sure a lot of us are like that...

Anyhow, woke up the first time at 3:45 and just dozed on and off till about 5:30 then got a shower and dressed and headed to McDonald's . Had an sausage egg biscuit and a glass of orange juice and then hit the road. Made the trip up in the rain of course and got to Rasmussen at 7:30. Typical traffic but we managed well. Got checked in and hung out for about an hour or so then had them drop me at the Pioneer Square mall. About 11:15 they called and said the Mini was done and no oil leak at the rear main so that saved a bunch of time... I purchased a “Mobility” kit which incudes a jug of tire sealant and an air compressor and a slew of other stuff ya might need if a flat tire comes your way... My car cannot carry a spare unless it’s inside so figured I better have something to help me if I got a flat... The kit cost me $149 but a wheel and tire (as a spare) would probably be over $350 so I figure I am ahead of the game by about $150 and I can use the compressor on rafts and inner tubes etc. Got home (after a quick Taco time stop) at about 1:45. Rained all the way... Ya gotta love the valley...

A great day, another Sheriff Citizen academy meeting tonight...

Up and off to have coffee. While there Ralph informed me that he went up to Longview yesterday and took care of the personal business regarding his wife. Del’s suggestion for Wednesday is no longer valid so I will be making the trip to Portland alone. It rained a little bit on my route, but then dried out pretty good. I stopped at my insurance company and asked if they’d heard from the claims adjuster and they said nothing so far. I will call the claims adjuster and see what is going on.

Monday madness has arrived...

I slept well again last night... that Nyquil could be addicting. I think the vitamin C has done a good job also. I believe that I have chased the cold germs away. Coffee at McDonalds and then deliveries of course. I stopped at Shop ‘n Kart and got some milk and they have yogurt on sale, 4/3$ so I got 4 of them. The weather is typical March so not too much sunshine and rain in the near distance...

A dear friend and I discussed the potentials of 'Exotic Dancers' and we concluded that it likely would not be in her future endeavors...  I have decided that in the event that I consider that occupation, a rubber room with soft toys would be fitting the remainder of my time.

Fear not, even I cannot imagine a site like that...

My first cold in 2 years...

Slept pretty well last night, I think the Nyquil helped and will continue it’s use tonight. I am also taking vitamin C in large doses and that cannot hurt either. I actually didn’t get up until about 8:20. I hardly ever am in bed that late, but with the cold I seem to have gotten, the extra sleep is probably good for me. Rain would be the order of the day. It is gently raining outside and looks to have been most of the night too. I decided to hang out with sweats today and just keep warm and drink fluids to flush this cold out. The Food City 500 at Bristol is today so that will be good to watch.

Saturday and Spring is in the air...

I decided to get up a little later today, about 7am and then meandered down to Coffee at McDonalds. Upon getting back home, I decided to throw a load of wash in the washer and then clean up the kitchen. I went to get some water from the cooler and noticed a green tinge to the container, a 5 gallon carboy. Evidently, it takes me too long to go thru 5 gallons of water thus allowing the growth of algae inside the bottle. I took the carboy off the cooler and rinsed it with bleach water which removed the algae and then I also decided that I would no longer use the cooler either. I put the cooler in the garage and stored the carboy with the other one in the main bathroom. I will just keep a picture of water in the refrigerator. The chlorine smell will evaporate over a few hours so that will make it more palatable.

Another end and another beginning.

Coffee at McDonalds, the weather was overcast but not too cold this morning. Off to deliver meals, I had 22 clients today but Tori says she will pare the list by 4 so Monday I should only have 18. Home now, time for hot chocolate and English muffin... I think I will do a load of laundry today. To those of you who read the blog, I hope your weekend proves good and your wishes come true...

Thoroughly Thursday... but not special

Nothing particularly special about today, the usual coffee group and meal deliveries and such. I stopped in at Rhodes Warden and told them that Lauren wanted pictures of the damage and they agreed that I should send them which I did. Back home now, as I left the Insurance co I noticed that the Roths signs are being taken down. Sad.

Mini Wednesday and the mystery of downtown Portland

Up at a little after 6am and headed to McDonald's to meet up with Julie Slife and the go to Portland. We pulled out of McDonald's at 7am and headed North. Got to Rasmussen right about 9am. Had them drop us off at Omsi and we walked around town for a total of about 5 miles. 1:00 we had lunch at ‘My Fathers Place’ and then walked back to Omsi. They sent a driver to pick us up and take us back to Rasmussen. They got the major service done but discovered an oil leak and a bracket for the fuel pump that was defective so I will be going back up next Wednesday. Back home now and catching up on things. Nothing special in the mail box either dammit !

Just another tuesday...

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals. I received a call from the insurance adjuster for the other guys insurance. She indicated that they would be willing to pay for half of the estimated repair cost in view of the fact that their client disputed the events of the accident. I told her I would speak with my agent and get back to her. After talking to Don Reimer at Rhodes Warden, I called the adjuster back and told her that my agent was unavailable and I would have to call her back later... No admission or acceptance, Don told me that they are bluffing. Too bad people cannot own up to responsibility in cases like this. The day is nice, cloudy with patches of blue and moderate temperature. I have my 3rd Academy meeting tonight and the first to be held in Scio.

How Mondays should NOT start...

Coffee at McDonalds which ended up in somebody backing into the rear quarter panel of my Toyota as I was sitting still waiting for traffic in the McDonald's parking lot. I went to Rhodes Warden and told Tracy, she took the information and contacted the other drivers insurance co. I went to deliver my meals and then to Main auto body for an estimate of the damage which came to $900. Stopped back in to Rhodes Warden and gave Tracy a copy of the estimate which she inturn faxed to Mr. Green’s insurance co. The other insurance company did an on phone interview with me and I told them what had happened. They asked me who’s fault I thought it was and I said the other driver as I was stopped. Back home now having some hot chocolate and an English muffin. Lovely Monday.

Thank you Lord for this day... inspite of the weather.

Coffee at McDonalds then to Appletrees for a half order of B&G then to Shop ‘n Kart for a half gallon of milk. Back home now, cleaned up last nights dishes and stripped the bed of the sheets and pillow cases. They are not being washed. I flipped the mattress over and will re-attach the pad to the top of it and then make the bed up. As one can easily see, my days are exciting to the point of reaching the level of total boredom... I need company.

Happy Saturday... hope you don't have to work !!

Got up at 7am and it was warmer but not much rain yet. Coffee at McDonalds and then back home where I scrambled up 3 eggs with some onion and parsley flakes. That, accompanied by some whole grain toast and hot chocolate compromised my breakfast. Today I have a load of laundry to do and will dust the living room furniture and that should just about do the chores... glad I mowed yesterday as it is wet today.

So, Leann... how goes the trips to the gym?? are you still attending regularly? and how about the reading gig, is that still your priority?  Omar is out of town for a little while, he muttered something the other day about having a legacy to fulfill... That is ominous.!!

Thank God for Friday...

Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals... 21 of them today. Lovely day out, brisk this morning but warmer now. I am going to mow the yards today so that will be the first time this year.

My debit card finally arrived at LinnCo so I am happy about that.  I will go down in a bit and change the pin number to one I will be more likely to remember.

I think I better buy some fresh gas for the mower.  I will put what is in the can into the Toyota.

Hope your day is as good as mine.  God gives us great opportunities to enjoy his creations and this day is a prime example.  Don't waste it.

Terrific Thursday... beautiful outside.

27˚ when I got up this morning. After getting dressed, I headed out the door for Coffee at McDonalds. Off then to deliver meals, I am back up to 20 clients again, tomorrow will be 21. It is absolutely beautiful outside today. The temp is cool still, but has warmed up to 43˚. Not sure what the day will hold as yet.

A day off...

Cold this morning, about 28˚ outside but not too much moisture in the air as there isn’t frost or at least much of it on the roofs surrounding my home. Coffee at McDonalds then back home where I am having some hot chocolate and and English muffin. Good to be in a warm place right now.

Tomorrow I am off, even more so than usual...

This morning it was cold... I had a bit of a rough night as I drank some milk just before bedtime and every time I do that it doesn’t sit well with me so I awoke several times to take anti-acid pills. I know better now. Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals, after that I stopped at the bank and deposited my mileage check and kept back some cash to fill up the Toyota and later today, the Mini. Nothing special planned today with the exception of the Sheriffs citizen academy tonight at 6.

A freshness in the air along with some white stuff

Up later this morning then off to Coffee at McDonalds with the boys. I stayed there until shortly after 9am and then headed off to do my meal deliveries... one new client today. It was snowing as I enjoyed coffee this morning and tried for the rest of the morning rather unsuccessfully to continue the trend. I stopped at Shop and Kart and got some milk and hot chocolate mix and a box of Giradelli Brownie mix along with a dozen eggs. Lollie told me the Giradelli brownies were very good. Back home now and drying a load of clothes.

Daylight Savings time... nothing short of a pain.

I awoke this morning and thought my, I forgot to set the clocks ahead, then decided that it was something that could likely wait for a bit. I dressed and headed down to Coffee at McDonalds. The usual suspect minus a few showed up. I was however blessed to see David Schmidt who is, along with his wife, leaving at noon today to move to either Vermont or Maryland, I forget which... it is where she lives in any case. Back home now, and according to the new time standard, it is about a quarter of 10.

I suppose an update would be approrpiate, the coffee date with a new friend went well, she seems nice, is a buddhist and lives on about 4.5 acres just off hwy 34.  She owns a trailer which she resides in and shares some space for her daughter and son-in-law for their trailer.  

She seems well grounded and appears to be a hard working woman who would love to retire but has found it to be not in the cards at this playing of life's hand.  We agreed to continue the friendship... God, in his mighty wisdom, will dictate the direction it will take.  I am just along for the ride.

Leann, my thoughts are with you, I know the choices you face will not be easy, but also I know you are up to the challenge.

You were so close last night, after all Kelly isn't that far from me.  Perhaps next time you are that close you could stop in.  I look forward to seeing you.

Damp, dank and otherwise a foul day...

Coffee at McDonalds after dressing nicely. I stayed there until about 9am then came home to do a few things before the coffee date at Appletrees. It is raining slightly, so the Mini got a little wet but nothing to worry about. I don’t think that it will rust. The time now is 9:21 am so it won’t be long and I shall depart for the coffee date. That should prove interesting to say the least, Hope will spring eternal I suppose. When I started up the Mail program, I noticed that it sent out a message, obviously one that didn’t go out last night... probably to JoyceMarie.

Richly appears the weekend once again...

Coffee at McDonalds then meals deliveries... the day is nice, not particularly warm, but at least dry. 17 clients and one no show... not bad for a friday I guess. Back home, took out some spaghetti sauce and that will likely be dinner tonight unless I decide to go to Appletrees for a cobb salad, which I will do if Jaime is cooking. A load of clothes are in the dryer and when they are done, that will suffice for laundry work this week.

Wet and nasty Thursday... rain sucks.

I was awake early today, much earlier than I wanted to be... Sometimes dreams are disturbing and not always in a bad way. This morning was such an occasion. I finally got up at 6am and headed down to McDonald's for coffee. A bout 8:35 I left to go deliver meals... that would be lovely with with the wind and the rain.... On the way home, Ralph called and wanted me to pick him up at Woods Trailer park and take him to pick up his car at rheems. Back home now having some hot chocolate and an English muffin.

My dog is visiting me today...

Up early then Coffee at McDonalds. Left at about 8:15 as Julie will be dropping off Ralphy about 8:30. I brushed him, she said that she does, but really she doesn’t do much of a job. I get tons of hair out of his coat when I brush him. It fogged up some this morning and there was frost on the cars. Winter is not finished yet and may indeed have some surprises for us...

I am enjoying some hot chocolate this morning and Ralphy is snoozing in the warm air provided by the furnace... hopefully having nice doggie style dreams and no discomfort...

Leann, I started collecting the new "Dollar Presidential Coins" a year or so ago and now wonder if I will live long enough to have them all before I leave this earth... hopefully I will, it should only take a few more years to become current as they come out every quarter of the year.

Done with deliveries till Thursday...

Coffee at McDonalds then I wandered down to the Center to deliver my meals for the day. On the way back from deliveries, I stopped in at LinnCo and withdrew a little cash for the stash. Back home now, washed out my hot chocolate cup from last night and made myself a fresh cup. The weather is overcast, but not really cold at all. The roads are dry but the forecast does call for precipitation today. I called Fred and inquired as to where he was yesterday when he was supposed to come by for a beer... typical of him though.. Ralph will be buying me a roll of the latest dollars and bringing it by this afternoon.

Just another Monday

After having coffee, and delivering my clients meals, I stopped for a moment at Roths to see how far along the demise of my favorite store had come...

I go to see Nathan, one of my favorite clerks (outside of Katie of course) and we chatted a bit. He doesn't have any particular plans excluding getting some 'rocking chair' money for a little while.

I've nothing special planned today, but am thinking about making a trip to Sacramento on my sister's birthday...

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Another Sunday, what to do???

Well, this day represents a new beginning I suppose, a lofty goal yet to be achieved and a desire to improve my lot in physical life. I am off to Coffee at McDonalds and then will return home once again to prepare for the days events... none of which are planned as yet. The weather is warmer than yesterday, although it is cloudy with the constant threat of rain looming in the background. How I long for the days of blue skies and fleeting white clouds with a light breeze in my face... It’s coming, I know it is.

Good Breakfast is the way to start the day...

I started out the morning with coffee at MacDonalds. After about an hour and a half there, Del and I decided to head down to Appletrees and grab some actual breakfast.

We had the special which is good except that I don't care for patty sausage but today I had it anyway.

After that, we both went our own way and I came home. I decided it was time to dust the bedroom furniture and all the pictures in the house.

After doing that, I was watching a little TV and decided to check to see if Comcast had sent out any messages to their subscribers. Upon perusing the messages, I found one that addressed the digital converter box that I've had fits with.

I called comcast and they stepped me thru the process (I didn't know you had to call them to send a signal that unlocked the box. After that, I now get all the channels that were missing.

This afternoon and evening I have been basically catching up on recorded shows. It is almost 8pm but I am tired and don't know how much longer I will remain up.

Hope you all had a great day..

I start the fast tomorrow and am planning for 7 days to start. Wish me luck of course, I know they aren't the best way, but if nothing else it allows you to purge your system.

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Clear sky but it ain't gonna last too long...

Up early again, Off to McDonald's for Coffee. This morning when I left the house the sky was a brilliant blue and it was cold and I mean really cold 28˚. Before I got to the center to deliver the meals, the temp had risen somewhat and the sky was half full of clouds. Once I finished deliveries, I went out to the muffler shop, but they are closed and a for sale sign hangs in the door. Stopped at Roths, to check progress and of course say hi to Katie... damn she is cute. Too bad she is so much younger and happily married. Back home now and doing some laundry and Instant Messaging with Gareth at the moment.

The budget cuts will affect us all... even the Meals drivers.

Up early, Coffee at McDonalds then off to deliver meals... Tori told me that she can drive my route 4 miles shorter than I do so I will map it out and see how to shorten it up some. Weather was interesting, during coffee, it actually snowed a little bit, the temperature was a little biting also. Some blue sky has appeared, but doubtful that it will stay long. Today I think I will do a load of laundry, but maybe not.

Some come and some stay, others leave...

Got up later this morning, seems that my dreams tend to make for a restless night sometimes, I often wonder what causes certain dreams to appear. Coffee at McDonalds then to Roths to check on the store, I also got what will be my final milk purchase from them. I even bought a can of the ‘Amp’ drink that sponsors Dale Jr.’s car... Bought ten boxes of cornmeal muffin mix too. The weather is dreary, but I will have a good evening as I will meet Melissa for dinner at Wilhelms in Albany at 6:45.