Getting ready for summer activities [I Enjoy Summer]I purchased new Columbia Lakeview low cut hiking shoes yesterday. After many years of service the sole came off one of mine last autumn so it was time. I still need to get a few other little things but now that summer is around the corner time to...See More »
Just watched a great soccer gameGot to see Georgetown defeat St Johns in a close soccer match with the final being 1-0. I love watching soccer. Now I will start my bi-annual job of moving the clocks up 1 hour for DST in the states.
COVID19 InnoculationsI got my second moderna innoculation today. Have had a little dizziness but overall feeling better knowing I have had the innoculations. I know I still need to social distance and wear my mask but I feel like I am able to do more things just have...See More »
Green card on cell phoneDoes anyone know anything about the Green Card we may have to put on our cell phones in the USA to show that we have had the Covid19 vaccinations? I have heard we may have to show it to get into certain events.
Travel with the COVID Passport [I Like Travel]I know several people that do not have a smartphone. How are they going to get the COVID passport for travel after they get their vaccinations? Is the government going to provide those too?
Can you believe this weather. [I Study Weather]I was just checking some weather data on temperatures. Can you believe it is warmer in Burlington, Vermont that it is in parts of Florida? Of course it won't stay that way long.
What is the best way to melt chocolate [I Cooking]Which is better for melting chocolate the microwave or on a stovetop?
My pool is going to reopen FINALLY Got an text they are going to reopen the pool I use next Monday with limited hours. I haven't been there since mid-March. Yes it is a smaller pool as far as lanes go but that means there are usually on 2 or 3 people there at a time. That's the...See More »
Saturday is a great day to be lazy [I Love Lazy Saturdays]But I have been busy today. Finished off getting my leaves up, cleaned the lawn tractor and put it away for winter cleaned out my storage building and put all my lawn furniture in it. I will be sore in the morning, but after a bit I am going to...See More »
Found an old picture yesterdayI was cleaning out some drawers yesterday and I found an old picture. It was of myself and 3 of my friends in our speedo briefs horsing around in the hotel room on my first college Spring Break trip to Daytona Beach. The picture is tattered, torn...See More »
Macy's Thanksgiving Day ParadeIs Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade being held this year? I usually see ads for it on the TV network that broadcasts but haven't seen any this year and it is only a week away.
Two of my favorite things, Christmas and the Beach. Wouldn't this be the perfect place to spend Christmas week. Snooze on the beach chairs, listen to the ocean waves lapping at the shore, feel the warmth of the sun on you tired body. Just set back and take a few days to not worry about COVID, the...See More »
I like Christmas but I think this is too much [I Like Christmas]One of my neighbors has put up his Christmas inflatables in the yard. This is early November way too early I think. He works for the post office, I wonder if he has gone "Postal".
Autumn in Southern Illinois [I Like Autumn] Getting the feel of autumn in my backyard. Color showing on a chilly day with light rain. Just what we expect this time of the year.
Gift from China [I Went Shopping]I ordered a Christmas present for someone and found out it is coming from China. Should I disinfect this package and it's contents when it arrives. The earliest date for it to get her is November 2nd.
I love pets [I Want a Pet]I know where I can purchase a 5 year old dog but I was wanting a puppy (sheltie) but they are hard to find. Would it be a mistake for me to purchase an older dog? Comments please to help me make a decision.
It's getting close to my favorite time of the year. [I Like Autumn]Welcome to unofficial Autumn. Feels like Autumn where I live to day, was dense fog early now it is starting to rain a misty drizzle. Don't think I have heard my ac kick on all day so that is nice.
I like being outdoors Some pictures I took this past Sunday afternoon. The Ohio river between Illinois and Kentucky, some of the newer grapevines at a local vineyard and a local biking/hiking trail head and the trail.
gee which type swimwear??? Apparently this guy can't make up his mind as to the type swimwear he wants, briefs, trunks or board shorts. Indecision can be such a terrible thing.
Classic Lincoln [I Like Classic Cars] I saw this classic Lincoln Continental this weekend. I thought it was a 1959 but was told it was a 1960. Anyway much larger and heavier than my 2019 Continental but not near the tech and safety features I have. Would like to have it but was told...See More »
