An Ever Open Book
by Richard John Scarr
Our life's book began when I met you.
Countless pages recorded in time.
All the good things, some bad some indifferent.
All the shared things that gave our lives rhyme.
You were more than my wife, my darling.
You were always the best friend I had.
I couldn't bear you be grief filled and lonely.
And give thanks it was I left here sad.
So I won't close the book on our story.
Or tuck it away up on the shelf.Buy bestselling books online
I'll let it lie open at the last page we turned.
For it reads: "Both in sickness and health."
It's my favorite book, my dearest.
And it's there with me chapter and verse.
Our promise to love and to cherish.
Till death, and for better or worse.
It's the most wonderful book ever written.
And we wrote is as one, you and I.
Now I'm waiting for it's happy ending.
And that too will come, bye and bye.
And though I'm left here alone and grieving.
I will not let our life's story end.
For there's part of it still to be written.
The last chapter has yet to be penned.
True terror is to wake up one morning and discover that your high school class is running the country.
~Kurt Vonnegut
Plain Old Oyster
There once was an oyster, whose story I'll tell
Who found that some sand, had gotten into his shell
It was only a grain, but gave him great pain
For oysters have feelings, although they are plain
Now, did he berate the harsh workings of fate
That had brought him to such a deplorable state?
"No", he said to himself, "Since I cannot remove it",
I'll lie in my shell, and think how to improve it",
The years rolled around, as the years always do,
And he came to his ultimate destiny .... stew.
Now the small grain of sand that had bothered him so,
Was a beautiful pearl all richly aglow,
This tale has a morale, for isn't it grand,
What an oyster can do with a morsel of sand?
Think...what could we do, if we'd only begin,
With some of the things that get under our skin.
Fear prophets and those prepared to die for the truth, for as a rule they make many others die with them, often before them, at times instead of them.
-Umberto Eco, philosopher and novelist
Good morning.
Starting at 36° with no sign of sun today. No snow on ground but we did have rain and high winds during the night. Lots to do but we shall see what gets done.....or not.
Bubble, great start to the month, thank you!
Phyllis,love the graphic..
Must remember to Fall back with the clocks tonight..wish they would leave it one way or another..
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Thanks, Amy. And thanks to Bubble for your work to make the new month interesting and thought provoking.
Halloween eve was busy and fun. Weather was perfect and the trick or treaters were cute and all so POLITE!!!
Take care, All.
Great! Just when I get the cats to let me sleep til 5am, the time-lord shifts me back to having to get up at 4am - again!
This year they started celebrating Halloween in the moshav where Illy lives. You can see her decorations in the "Photos now and then " discussion.
Happy November Oneth! :pumpkinpie:
I made a list of "Projects To Do Around Here" two weeks ago. I would have finished them if "Things That Interrupt Me" would slow down! :cloud: :computer: :chatter: :study: :sleepy:
Bubble, I really enjoyed your pictures of family in New York and the pictures of the newest baby.
:hugs: to Everyfriend!
Good morning, A cloudy day at 29. We're due for more rain and snow, Wednesday afternoon but probably sooner. Last night was quiet, we never get any trick or treaters because we're a locked building, but even the streets were quiet which was nice.
Morning routines, meet and greets, finished, and I only have two appointments next week, one for bills and one for medical. This has been the quietest it's been in a very long time.
Bubble, I loved all the photos you've posted, including the two today. The youngest child in our family is 35 so we haven't had any of those firsts in a very long time.
I really identified with the saying by Umberto Eco, that is so true and something we should all keep in mind.
Hi Callie!
Great to see your post. Hope everything is going well for you and family.
Good morning..
Busy day ahead,not sure if all will get done but most will. Starting temp is 40° with some rain in the forecast.
Bubble, enjoyed the new photos!
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning Everyfriend! Today I feel batter! I have a dr appt at 12:30 today! I miss chatting with all of you. I'm having problems with my computer and I'm doing this on my phone I wish you all a great day. I'll try to get back to you
Jane, get one of your younger friends to help with that computer problem. They seem to know all about it :2funny:
The computer is taking its good old time to update pages or land on sites. My sister has been complaining about that too, but she is using Verizon. I am using Comcast. Checked with Space Weather (http://www.spaceweather.com) but I don't see any big flares listed.
I'm using Verizon and NO problems here.
Spring forward, fall back....or not
https://www.popsci.com/science/permanent-daylight-saving-time-usa/
Well, something is going on. I just tried to get into my grocery store's website. The whole thing is down because of technical difficulties, so they say.
Good morning..
Starting off at 36° with a rainy day in the making.The past two days have been a tad busy and hope today is a coasting one.
Jane, good to see you here and so happy to hear you are feeling better!
Patricia,wish they would leave the time alone! Leave it one way or another. Are you a mellow yellow now after your fall? Seems to me there are two song choices here. :2funny:
Better get the day started.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning, Everyfriend! I'm not sure this is working today but I'm going to try it out! I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way! I loved reading the opening!
I am not sure that it is working either, Jane. So many things have changed with many of my online contacts and I am trying to adapt to all the new stuff and that isn't easy for this old gal. I don't understand why "they" can't leave things alone.
Glad you are feeling better. Still have that BIG lump, I imagine. Please don't have any more falls. Will you be making Christmas candy this year?
I must get going and eat breakfast. David has an appointment this morning and he wants me to be settled before he leaves.
Take care, All
Quote from: phyllis on November 05, 2025, 09:06:43 AMI don't understand why "they" can't leave things alone.
I'm guessing it's probably because there's not much money in leaving it/stuff alone. We must always fix or improve things. --- Just leave it alone :tickedoff:
But, Rick, it used to be the convenience of the customer was most important now it is the convenience of the service provider that seems to be the most important consideration and the customer be dammed. I get very upset when it is my money, along with other customers, that keeps them in business and we just keep getting jerked around.
Oh, well...that is a battle I can never win.....doesn't mean I am happy about it.
Beautiful rainy day here! Laundry almost done , scalloped potatoes with pork chops ready to go in over and apple crisp for dessert. Vacuum sealed some meat to freeze and now make some pastry.
Just heard there is snow to the north of us, let's hope it gets lost.
Phyllis, I agree with what you said.If it wasn't for the customer businesses would shut their doors.
Back to work.
Good morning..
Well, the snow didn't get lost ,it found its way here. Enough to cover the ground but not enough to worry about. Temp is 33° at the moment .
Baking day then load the snow tires for tomorrow appointment at the garage.Each year those tires gain weight but I found a away to get them in the van........roll them up the dog ramp. :thumbup:
Jane, hope you are feeling better..
Rick, Oak Island starts on Sun here...too late for me to watch so I tape it.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
This morning I am again thinking of Jenny. Does anyone know if she made the move to Arizona? Last I heard she was back in Denver to pack things up and get a few doctor's appointments out of the way. Haven't seen a post from her here since the end of July.
Roads are slippy with black ice!! They have sanded parts of the road and hope the sun soon melts the ice.
MG, Jenny is back in Denver at the moment..
Thanks, Amy.
Here is an encouraging thought.QuoteAdam called his house, heaven and earth; Caesar called his house, Rome; you perhaps call yours, a cobbler's trade; a hundred acres of ploughed land; or a scholar's garret. Yet line for line and point for point, your dominion is as great as theirs, though without the fine names. Build, therefore, your own world.
Ralph Waldo Emerson, Nature
Quote from: Amy on November 06, 2025, 05:53:53 AMRick, Oak Island starts on Sun here...too late for me to watch so I tape it.
We had our first episode of the season this past Tuesday. Still no pot of gold :2funny:
Starting to get cool here. May get my hoped for frost next week. Today we started at around 42°, but it is windy and sunny.
All is well here. Sunny, no wind, 58 degrees--not a bad day. I hope that all of you can make your day a good one.
Good morning, we are in the midst of a three-day snowstorm but only moderate remaining snow and only making everything slippery. We've gone from yesterday's five degrees to this morning's fifteen.
Morning routines and meet and greets are finished, haven't gotten to coffee yet. I had my medical yesterday and my grocery shop, so I'm not going anywhere until I have to go to sign up, Friday for some things, chorewise and to arrange a hopefully final medical report at the month's end.
Amy, my yellows have all gone away, and I can even walk unaided. If you remember Chester from the old Gunsmoke series, that's my walking unaided; but I'm moving. The only bad soreness comes in the morning after not moving for some hours. I wouldn't wish an MCL on anyone.
I hope Jane feels better soon and that Jenny finds her way back to us. Not only that, but I'm also very glad that Phyllis has been posting more often.
MG, Emerson was a wise man. I copied that, thank you.
Soon baking will be done and then clean up. ::)
Folks at the back of us are drilling a well....folks beside them are getting a new roof!
Rick, I wish they wouldn't repeat back to the beginning of the show and just forage on!!
Patricia, I would love a day of do nothing. :thumbup: Yes, I do remember Chester so you are going in the right direction.
Good morning..
Starting off at 30° then heading for a rainy day. I have an appointment to get the snow tires on this morning. Will put the all seasons away and then bring in a load of wood.On the news last night the weathergirl said snow is on the way again!
MG,I also enjoyed Emerson. We call our house a home...and love to come home to it.
Rick, do you watch Battle Bots?
Better get busy..
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Quote from: Amy on November 07, 2025, 06:30:45 AMRick, do you watch Battle Bots?
No, but I'm not sure it's even listed here. Do you recommend it? Will check listings. or use my "magic" remote control to search for it.
Good Morning, Everyfriend! I think I finally shook whatever it was that was bugging me for so long. I've been out walking Cooper and while I don't like the cold weather, I did manage to put up with it for a long and productive walk with Cooper.
I think my favorite seasons are Spring and Fall. I don't like the extreme cold or the heat any more. You don't think I might be getting old, do you! I can remember my grandmother saying "I'll be glad when it's Spring!" I know now exactly what she meant.
Today, I have a lunch date with a handsome younger man! My SIL has decided that taking me out to lunch is a good way to spend some time! And I like it too!
I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way! And be sure to tell us how you did that! We're curious...or are we nosy? Whatever we are, it helps to bring us together!
Snow tires are on and summers put away for now. Raining here but at times it looks like snow..
Rick, It is robots fighting..200lb+ robots.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MZzdfkm_vns
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtAYCqvqq84
Jane good to see you and happy you are feeling much better..
Good Morning Everyfriend! This is going to be a busy day! Cooper is here and I have a bunch of stuff on the go!
It's so foggy out, I can't even see up the street! Cooper and I took a walk and when he was at the end of the leash he was a bit dim! I Wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way and don't forget to tell us how you did that!
Good afternoon
We were on the go from early morning. Went to visit SIL then home to bring the shovels over, wood in and stand with electric cord set out and markers put out. They say 6 to 8 inches of snow tomorrow .
Enjoy your day and stay safe
Oh, good grief, Amy! I hope it is the light kind and easy to push aside. We are still okay for now, but I noticed that we are to expect a plunge to 28o on Monday, hopefully without precipitation.
Oscar is a bit peeved that I am still in here on the computer instead of being a warm pillow for him. He missed his afternoon lap attack too.
Good morning..
Starting off at 23° and so far no snow.
A day of welcomed rest here.Will make a pot of beef barley soup and maybe sew!
Feel a lot safer now with the snow tires on and will go back tomorrow to have them torqued.
Jane, how are you feeling?
MG, me too!!! My friend sent me a photo of what they have to the south of us and so far just a light skiff of snow. When it is this cold the snow will be light and fluffy...easy to move! :thumbup:
Patricia, how are you and Farrah ?
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning Everyfriend! This is going to be a quickie because I'm on my way to get ready for church. I'm going to go there today because I finally feel well enough to be with people. I wish you all a great day. Make it your own in every way and I'll see you later to check how you did that! Bye for now!
Good morning everyone,
I have returned to the farm. I arrived yesterday evening and am currently in the RV, plugged into "shore power." So warm, and running the dehumidifier full time. My SIL, Justin, came up with Ron to help me finish loading yesterday. Justin drove me, and the dogs, back in the RV. We had a very nice visit. Ron buttoned up a few things and followed us back.
The last 2 weeks were damp and cold, with a lot of hard work getting prepared to move. I did leave a few things behind that wouldn't freeze, mildew or corrode, and I wouldn't need. I'd like to have left more, but with the woodstove not having been installed, it was too moist. I began transferring my stuff into the RV on Thursday and worked until I couldn't move every day. I was very glad to let Justin do the driving.
Kato, the Kraken, was so well behaved I have to mention it. Justin was a little apprehensive as Kato can be a handful. He's never seen anyone else but me drive. Ron and the grandkids are the only other people who've every been in the RV. I never know how he'll respond in a new situation. But he loves watching the scenery through the windshield, from his position tethered on the sofa. He was very well behaved.
Yesterday morning the temp was 25°F. Today, at the farm its 36°F. 😍 My indoor humidity, even with everything being damp, was 76% on rising (a difference of 10%) and is currently down to a blissful 58%!
I've had my coffee, leisurely, as opposed to trying to get it all in in the short runs on LP. And I was able to get up when I woke up, as opposed to having to wait until closer to daylight to conserve the generator runs. So that was lovely.
I have to say, the level of noise down here is always shocking. Sounds from the highways, roads and town, sirens, trains. It takes me awhile to transition.
Its going to take me awhile to recover from moving, before I can move back into the house. But, I'm warm, drying out and have good internet again.
Enjoyed your posts. Have a lovely day.
It is a relief to know that you are warm and in a safe place again, OLM.
Good morning everyone, weather readings say sunny from today through the 16th. 16 degrees presently, and tonight we'll dip to a low of zero. After that, lows will be in the minuses. Which means, no humidity and no snow, as it takes moisture for snow.
Meet and greets and morning routines are finished, and other than some overnight stiffness, I can walk less like Chester and closer to normal.
Glad to see everyone posting today, and doing better.
Well, the snow found us! So far it is fine ,light snow which is ok. :thumbup: Not sure what the morning will look like but will worry about that tomorrow..
OLM, the thing that bothered me the most when I had to stay in the city other than noise, smells, they didn't turn their street lights off at night! In the country you had moonlight or stars.....not blaring lights!
Good morning..
Brrr, 18° and the snow has stopped! Not a Mr SB snow maybe just a shovel? Will know better when I get out there.
Once all the outside work is done ,we are going to SIL's for a bit then drop off some tarts to the fellas in the lumber yard.
Plow truck just went by so the roads will be good.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
No snow here. Hope it stays that way, though the neighborhood children wouldn't feel that way, I think.
"Turn backward, turn backward,
Oh time in thy flight.
Make me a child again
Just for tonight."
I remember what it was like to be so excited to see that first snow of the season.
Take care, All.
I remember waking up in the middle of the night and looking out the window and seeing it snowing, then couldn't sleep for the rest of the night.
Good morning everyone,
Thank you Phyllis!😊 I appreciate the kind sympathies! It is lovely to be warm! I'm slowly getting the moisture sucked out of all my textiles, and the air in the RV.
Amy, ditto!
Allow me if I may to do a little educating for my class of disabled. We are one of many with invisible disabilities... Other than the cold and damp (which can be very unsafe) I'm actually safer up on the mountain. When I'm down here I can't ever go outside without a VOC filtration mask and even then, I still get hurt as toxins absorb through skin and even eyeballs, and the VOC filtration masks help but don't filter it all. Just like with Covid masks, the air circulates around the mask as there is no seal. While I had to be imprisoned for 6 weeks after the timber companies fall spray on the mountain, I'll be imprisoned the whole time I'm here. Typically I'm coerced to evacuate around the 1st of March. The guy who farms across the road, and the property next to mine on the north are the worst offenders. Research shows that applications of 2,4-D permeate even sealed homes at an average of 500ft away. 2,4-D is what is in weed and feed. Other research has shown pesticide volatilization drift at toxic levels up to 10 miles away. At which point they stopped testing apropos to financing. Typically farmers apply a admixture of toxic pesticides, adjuvants and "stickers" that have never been tested for toxicity levels, adverse effects, drift radius or volatility periods. When combined the toxic effects are far more noxious than the individual active ingredient. Its called "synergistic effects." Then there's the road and aerial traffic and laundry product exhaust, which has been documented to cause adverse reactions in sensitive individuals up to 2 miles away from point of emission.
So the reality for me is that all of these things are like WMDs: think mustard gas or Sarin. It is a lot easier (cold and damp excluded until the wood stoves in) for me to deal with wolves, bears, cougars, poachers, drug manufacturers, trespassers and and the gang stalking family of the registered sex offender across the road in the mountain, than the constant chemical poisons down here. At least I can see the threats and shoot back up there. You can't see pesticide and VOC drift. It just ambushes you. You can't stop pesticide applications or even dryer vent activities. Until our society goes non-toxic, and fragrance free (all synthetic fragrances contain insecticide along with other toxic chemicals, or you'd be swarmed by bugs. Especially the biting stinging kinds like bees, wasps and yellow jackets) thats the reality for 40 million Americans disabled by toxic substances. 40 million Americans who are denied access to public spaces, places, and services. Their very Civil Rights. They lose their jobs, their homes, their social lives/friends/family, their medical care, and every convenience of modern living as well as their bodily functions. The majority are much less fortunate than I am.
So while I appreciate every bit of compassion, kindness and advantage that have, I feel compelled to advocate for those who suffer Chemical Sensitivities due to Toxic Injuries that are voice less, invisible and unrecognized by society.🫥 Fragrances, pesticides and volatile toxic substances are never just a personal choice, because they are toxic substances that volatize and drift. They harm others who are denied the choice by the very nature of the substances and the ability to protect themselves. Food for thought. 🤔
Good morning..
Starting temp is 22° and light snow. Looks like there is snow to remove and I think Mr SB will my dance partner...and so it begins! Just looked and we will get flurries or rain on Wed..if I could count on the rain I would leave the snow alone... ::)
Son gave us some shotgun shells so that and vegetables will be supper along with apple pie.
https://www.smokedbbqsource.com/smoked-shotgun-shells/
Better get my dancing dudes on...
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning, Everyfriend! I have Cooper today for a much longer time than usual because Frankie is working extra hours at the hospital. That means he not only has breakfast with me, he also has supper with me. And my daughter, Christy and her little doggie, Lennie will be arriving this afternoon. So it'll be a houseful!
We had a bit of snow on the ground this morning. When Cooper and I went for our walk, it was still coming down. Thank goodness it wasn't a heavy snow and I think it might have already stopped.
I got a phone message from my cousin's daughter last night. My oldest cousin passed away yesterday. She was about a year older than my sister and that would have made her 93. That leaves my sister as the oldest living family member! This cousin was a good friend of ours as we grew up because her family was the only one of my dad's brothers that stayed on the farm with my grandparents. We visited there a lot when I wa growing up.
Now I better get going or I won't be ready for Christy and Lennie when they get here! I wish you all a great day. Make it your own in every way! And be sure to let us know how you did that! We're very interested (nosy)!!!
We made it down t about 30° last night. That should take care of the Ragweed, and bring an end to the allergy season. Must have been windy yesterday because I hear the "leaf people" out there with their blowers and leaf vac's.
Temp dropped to 31 degrees last night but no snow. Very windy today and that means we are under a fire watch. But, the sun is shining brightly and that helps. David dug the outdoor faucet covers out just in case it was enough to freeze pipes.
Never heard of shotgun manicotti, Amy. Looks good.
Take care, All.
Good morning, minus 8 presently with an expected high of 3. Nothing planned other than a grocery order this afternoon. Morning routines, meet and greets and feeding Farrah is finished, and it's only 7:22 am.
Good Morning Everyfriend! Today will be a busy day! Christy is in the shower now and when she's finished, it's my turn. We're going to the grocery store and then making a stop at the Farmers Market. I love that place! You can get almost anything you want year round. There are people there who know where to get it all.
Then I'll be starting the fruit cake tomorrow. My Mom will be in the kitchen with me. She always helps me! I can feel her presence! And when the tough part of the stirring comes, Daddy is there. He always was for Mom and now he is for me. It's a nice feeling to be aware of them both. I sure do miss them!
I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way! And tell us how you did that. We're interested (nosy?)
Good afternoon...
Tis been a busy day so far. We did gt more snow and now it is a light rain, I don't mind if it takes the snow away. :thumbup:
Computer was acting up this morning so I gave it a time out and went about my day.. :2funny:
Jane, I think our Mennonite market has closed for the year. Enjoy your time with Christy!
Better see what can be rustled up for supper later on..
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
we're making meatloaf and scalloped potatoes for supper! You could join us?
Oh Jane I would :smitten: that! Say hi to Christy for me..
Good morning everyone!
I haven't been doing much since my return. I'm still in my RV, recovering from moving everything back into it. Moving back into the house will be just as grueling. Not looking forward to it, though it must be done.
It sounds like you are having a lovely time Jane!
Its currently 39°F here and 54°F on the mountain! Good grief!
Good Morning..
A slower paced day I hope today. Light snow yesterday but then temps rose and took some of the snow away. Rain on Sat just may take it all away! Starting temp this morning is 24 ° with a high of 37°.
Inside work to do and get my list ready for Christmas baking.
Jane, I bet your cakes smelled so nice when baking. Did you get them all done?
OLM, I dislike moving! Then trying to find the things you want or need!
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning Everyfriend! And a special "Good Morning, AMY" The fruit cakes are all baked and in their storage place with the little jar of bourbon to help season them as they age! I'm glad that's done.
I had a bad night and I gave Christy a bad night, too. I got a sharp pain in my right ankle and it hurt like heck! Christy got up and helped me treat it and after about a half to 3 quarters of an hour, I could go back to bed and sleep the rest of the night. This morning, I just feel a "twitch" down there but walking is fine. I took Cooper for his morning walk and it was OK.
Today I'm doing some laundry and having a late breakfast with Christy! I'll try to come back and see what all of you are up to. I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way! See you later....maybe!
Mid forties and bright sunny this morning. I do think winter is starting, As usual, nothing much "on the fire" today.
Good morning to any who might pass by.
Good morning, I don't have to guess if winter is here or not. It's minus 12 presently, with an expected high of plus three. While the weekend will be colder, next week should slowly rise into the teens. Such is an Arctic dry winter. I'm so glad we aren't a wet climate like Anchorage and most of the Pacific Northwest!
Nothing planned for today, meet and greets, morning routines, feeding everyone and coffee is done.
I'm hoping everyone, including Jane's ankle, has a good, warm, safe and sane day.
I think my coffee lost its power, Patricia. The brain fog won today.
:coffee:
Twas the month before Christmas
And all through this house.
No one was talking
Not even a mouse.
Morning everyone. It is a, so far, sunny but windy day with a few clouds. The weather report insists that it is 53o but to decline throughout the day. I hope that does not mean the dreary clouds will be back. Yesterday was entirely cloudy, very dark and dreary.
The last few days have been rather nondescript and quiet. On the agenda for today are a few chores and more reading. Nothing major going on this coming week except for car inspection with a chance to check out the new cars. Sue found a new, near to me, Japanese restaurant she is chomping at the bit to try out. We have yet to set a date for a visit.
Good morning..
Starting temp is 26°, no snow or rain like we have had the past two days. Last night high winds and I thought we may lose power but thankfully it stayed on.Busy day ahead ,meals are covered but dessert is needed...either tapioca pudding or Phyllis's baked custard.. Tried a new recipe yesterday and will make it again! Bacon wrapped chicken, lightly seasoned with maple bacon seasoning,garlic and smoked paprika.
Jane, hope your foot/ankle is better.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good morning, 11 degrees presently, which is actually an upgrade from the past week's minuses.
Nothing new and or exciting here. Morning routines, meet and greets and searching for available home services in my price range still on going. I'm in that unenviable range where I don't qualify for anything and I can't afford anything, which I suppose makes me one of today's middle class.
Here's hoping everyone has a good, safe, and sane day!
Good morning..
One can actually see the stars this morning. Starting temp is 23° with no rain or snow being called for. Off and running meeting up with friends ,doing a bit of shopping then home.
Patricia, sane? You mean there are sane days to be had? Lovely!
Jane,you must be having fun with family. Hope you can pop in and say hello.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good morning anyone. Starting off a bit nippy, but bright and sunny. Just some "bookkeeping" to do today.
Speaking of bookkeeping---finally got my online banking back. Apparently big problem with Cloudflare, huge security company that is used by financial institutions, etc. My first thought was cyber attack!!! Couldn't access my accounts no matter what I tried. I was sure all my money was gone. :yikes: Hours later I got everything back and all is well. It was a server error. Doesn't help my confidence to have a big security company "push the wrong button". :o I am always sure the robots are attacking. Wish I had never listened to War of the Worlds all those years ago---but you all are too young to know what I am talking about, aren't you? <sigh>
Quote from: phyllis on November 18, 2025, 12:15:41 PMCouldn't access my accounts no matter what I tried.
Phyllis.- Better (Much better) that your account could NOT be accessed, rather than being left accessible/vulnerable to who knows who. It is possible that if their computer is "violated" it will curtail access to all accounts - till verified good. Sort of a "Fail Safe".
Phyllis, yesterday and this morning I was having trouble with my online grocery store order. It took me at least twice as long to get everything ordered. This morning, it was still problematic. Finally, all I got was a site down due to "maintenance" message. Hmmmmm! Fortunately, I got my order on time and with everything there. I am glad your account wasn't compromised.
I briefly had trouble getting into two other sites, not ours, this morning too. Oh, and I did a network speed check. What I got was appalling. 43mbps download and 54mbps upload speed, and it was testing to a site near me. Right now, my download speed is up to 386mbps, but the upload speed is down to 42mbps tested against the site in Baltimore. The farther the test site, the faster it goes?
It was sunny earlier, but as you say Rick, nippy. Now it is completely clouded over. We are expecting "heavy" rain the rest of the day into tomorrow.
Good afternoon friends!
I can just imagine the lovely holiday baking smells wafting about some of your houses! :smitten:
I'm still in the RV. I got toxed pretty bad when I went into the house a few days ago to do laundry and get supplies. So
I'll be here until thats cleaned up. I'm recovering. This is our first dry day since I've been home. I've been carding, spinning and watching videos today.
Phyllis, I listened to a copy of that radio broadcast a few decades ago. I cannot begin to imagine its impact on the listeners at the time of the original broadcast.
Jane, glad your foots better.
Rick, when it gets too quiet I talk to the dogs or sing. 😁
The main thing I remember about that broadcast was the number of people who thought it was real!
Good morning..
Tad chilly out there this morning with a temp of 14°. No rain or snow today. :thumbup:
Yesterday was a tad busy, today not so thank goodness. Later on today I get my hair cut, it has been over a year so very much needed.
Met with friends yesterday and we both came home with goodies. We are enjoying cookies and they have picles and hot mustard.
Enjoy your day and stay safe
Good Morning Everyfriend! Daughter Cathy is back from her visit to Texas. She helped her grandson, Isaac delebrate his first birthday! Amd he's on his feet! He walked 6 steps alone!!
Today Cooper is here and we took a productive walk as soon as it was light enough. Now he's sleeping on the couch and I need to get ready for a Dr. visit. I think it's going to be a shortie. I just need to get a shot!
I read all the entries and I really do love being in contact with all of you! Sometimes I wish (aloud) that some of you lived closer so I could actually meet you! I love all of you!
Now I need to go get a shower and get ready to head out for the doc! I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way and let us know how you did that! Were curious...or are we nosy?
Sometimes I wish (aloud) that some of you lived closer so I could actually meet you!
Me too!!!!
Good morning, minus 4 and clear, which means temperatures will plummet. In the summer we wish for clear sunny skies, while in the winter we wish for full cloudy days to hold the heat in. Nothing new here, all routines, chores, and feeding everyone has been done, and I've turned to my laptop to check in on the world.
Jane, it would be nice if we all lived within visiting distance, wouldn't it? Bubble tried to get a virtual trip, perhaps with the magic bus, going in photos, but no one joined in.
Good morning!
29°F and clear on rising this morning. I've logged another injury already today. Kato launched himsef after a ferral cat right as I opened the door. I attempted to restrain him. I lost the battle. My hand, wrist and arm are pretty beat up, scraped and bruised. Homeopathics, herbal salves and ice packs - its doing tons better than I dared hope.
I'm hoping for a quiet rest of the day. 😬 I'm ordering fabric for clothes and tiny house window blankets, as well as continuing carding and spinning.
It was enjoyable getting to read what each of you are doing.
Good morning
Another brrr morning temp starting at 13°with a slight possibility of snow later tonight.
Amazing how much better getting hair cut can make one feel. :thumbup:
A few need to do's here then come up with a different pot of soup.
Jane, hope Dr appointment went well.
Patricia, the lady that did my hair took in an abused cat...and he is slowly coming around she said.
OLM, as we get older it takes more time to heal. :)
Rick, any snow your way?
Phyllis have you and David tried spaghetti in the instant pot? Takes 15 min after you dump everything in and there's supper!
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good morning, Amy, and all who are awake...or at least up.
Spaghetti in the instapot is one of David's favorites. He would fix it every night. I like it but prefer a little more variety. :)
Take care and make it a good day, Everyone.
No snow here yet, and none predicted - for the near future. We're starting at around 34° but as the good old sun gets higher it should warm up a bit.
I notice that the S&F site is a bit slow this morning. Hope it's just that the Net is busy with people shopping.
Good Morning Everyfriend! I'm up and attem and getting lots of stuff done! The bucket that I used to keep dog food in when I had my own doggies has begun a new job. This morning I put all the hats, gloves and stuff that goes outside with me in there. It's near the door, handy and doesn't look like a bunch of junk lying around!
The dishwasher is on the dry cycle so that will have to be dealt with later. And then lunch and supper will be on the agenda.
I wish you all a great day! Make it your own in every way! And don't forget to tell us how you did that. We NEED to know!
S&F is VERY slow today. Let's hope it is just momentary...
Good morning, plus 14 now and, Light to Moderate Snowfall Across the Interior This Weekend...
Increased moisture being brought in from the south is expected to bring increased chances for light to moderate snowfall into the Interior beginning Thursday night into Friday morning. Snow showers will likely move from east to west, impacting areas of the Eastern Interior first before becoming heavier and more widespread across the Central Interior Friday through Sunday. Snowfall accumulations may vary but will likely range between 1 and 4 inches, with localized snowfall above 6 inches possible. Exercise caution while driving this weekend.
It's bad when the weather is all you have to talk about...
Amy, it's a good feeling to know you've helped one who has no one to turn to. What she's done will be returned to her tenfold. There's a reason for the "adopt don't shop slogan".
Good afternoon all!
49°F at present. Partly cloudy. Warm and comfortable inside. My hand, wrist and arm are making good progress. I've resumed spinning. I watch Dry Bar Comedy videos while working.
I've done a few housekeeping chores. One was that Ron brought out a pkg of "dog meat" from the elk he got, and the family pkg during the recent butchering party. The "dog meat" is all the trimmings that aren't fit for people, but dogs 💕. Its ground into burger. I separated it into 3 portions or it gets too stinky by the time we get through it. Its a task that's a little more involved in an RV given that we're so crowded in here. I tethered Kato first, or he would have been right there "helping." He's big enough his mouth is counter height. And he drools!
I hope everyone's having a good day!
Good morning..
Raining here with a temp of 34° let's hope the temp rises!
Will finish off a few jobs that got left from yesterday and need to grate cheese to freeze for later.
Enjoy your day and stay safe
Good Morning Everyfriend! No Cooper today but his Mom (my granddaughter, Frankie) said she might be over to give him a bath. In her apartment, all she has is a shower and he gets away from her. If she comes, she'll leave him here while she hits the grocery store. I'm thinking if I need her to pick up something for me.
It's a good day for a walk. The temp is heading into the 50s this afternoon. Of course, overnight it was in the 30s. It's that time of year. You just don't know what to expect. Yesterday, we had snow on the ground! It was just a dusting and the roads were clear and it went away pretty quick but it was a warning. It said, "I'm coming so get ready for me".
I wish you all a great day! Do whatever suits your fancy (or whatever is hollering to be done). And come by and visit when you can. We miss you when you don't stop by!
Good morning, 17 degrees and we're told to expect three to six inches of snow today, overnight and tomorrow. However, expectations don't always equal reality.
Nothing new here. I'm walking less like Chester and more like a shuffle. I don't have plans to go anywhere, no Amazon parcels coming or going, and meet and greets are more of a check in than a planned excursion or two.
It is a wet morning and about 44oF. Today, my car goes in for inspection. I will be looking at new cars while that is happening. Still not sure if I want to buy or rent.
Yesterday's trip to the ENT was successful. She did a major ear wax cleaning in one ear which resulted in the disappearance of the migrating tooth pain I was getting. In its place I found what looks like a piece of tooth broken off and sore gums. ??? Another trip to the dentist on Monday.
Have a Super Saturday Everyone!
Good morning
Starting off at 21° no rain today! Grocery shopping then home to do laundry, would be nice if some could go on the solar dryer.
Jane, we still have snow in some areas here. Thankfully no ice to content with when walking.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
I don't know how to feel....our weather here is strange. It's supposed to be in the 70's today! I don't know how many layers to put on? take off? Not really complaining.....just confused. Is it summer or winter?
Whatever kind of day you are having...make it a good one.
Good noon time,
The fog is just lifting. I've finally battled the indoor humidity down to 49% in the RV. Still spinning. Still recovering. Expecting several pkgs of fabric for various projects.
MG, so sorry to hear about your tooth! Glad the wax removal helped!
Good snowy morning..
Looks like everything has been dusted with icing sugar outside!
A day of welcomed rest sort of if I don't have to deal with the snow.
Phyllis, I will take your 70° we are at 29° at the moment. Have you tried baked beans in the IP? No soaking just throw everything in and 1 1/2 hours later baked beans!!
Patricia, did you sent the snow this way??? Have to admit though it is so pretty on the trees. Our lakes are just starting to freeze over and a friend saw a man walking on the ice on one!! Doubt there is a 1/2 inch of ice!
Better skedaddle.
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
[/b]Good Morning Everyfriend! Right now, it's 33 degrees in Central PA! It was in the freezing zone overnight! Cooper and I took a walk and he was in a bit of a hurry. It was still cold out there. Now I have to go get myself ready for church. I wish you all a great day. Make it your own in every way! And pop in here and tell us how you did that!
Good morning, 12 degrees presently and while still as foggy as it's been all week, I doubt if we got more than an inch of that white stuff. Tonight we'll dip back into the minuses, where we're remaining for a spell.
Amy, it's possible you'll see some of it as it's passing into the Yukon Territory now. Weather Report says, The overall band of snowfall will slowly shift east and southeast tonight through early Sunday. While a few additional light snow showers will be possible prior to noon Sunday, any additional snow accumulations on Sunday will be negligible.
Colder and drier conditions will begin to filter on Sunday, with below normal conditions expected for much of next week.
Phyllis, if we shot to plus 70, that would be the news of the century in the Arctic! We'd be much more likely to hit minus seventy, or colder, as we've done in years past. The older I get, the more the cold gets to me.
I'm feeling much better, knee wise. Morning routine, meet and greets, and breakfast and brewing coffee finished and next week I have three Amazon orders. I'm finding it much easier to have the necessities brought to my door than going out for them. Since I had that major fall in February and this last one last month, I've become more wary on getting out on my own in the winter. Out of the group, only one of us is still driving.
They're having a Thanksgiving dinner here in the main cafeteria, but I'll be having mine the day before with friends, and the library comes on their monthly visit early on the 26th.
Good morning..
Starting off at 31° with just a cloudy day ahead. No snow so they say. Played in snow yesterday cleaning the driveway and walk ways. One of these days I will have to dance with Mr SB.but so far shovel will do.
Working around home today. Better put more feed out for the smaller birds or they will come knocking on the window!
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good Morning Everyfriend! The temp here right now is 34 degrees and heading for a high of 50 this afternoon! Sounds like a nice day for the season. I'm waiting for the arrival of a truck and at least two guys from my son's store later this morning. My washer died after a lot of years! And he was here yesterday and decided it can't be repaired. I hope he decides that's my Christmas present from him and his family. It's not something I can afford right now! If it's not one thing, it's another!
Today will be a busy day! I'm getting ready for Christmas guests all the way from Mexico. My oldest Grandson and his wife and their son will be here a few days before Christmas and stay for the holiday. I'm looking forward to this because I've only met his wife and her son once on their way through here!
I wish you all a good day! Make it your own in every way! And don't forget to let us know how you did that. We need to know everything!
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Good Fortyish here and the sun is bright.morning to those passing through.
Amy, what do you feed your smaller birds?
Good morning!
Jane your expected company sounds wonderful! :smitten: The washer dying, not so much. :buck2:
It startd raining yesterday evening and poured all night. Currently 43°F. Ron got his slab (auto shop) pour ready to be able to pour yesterday. Its alleged to not be rainy today. Then rain most of the week. Don't know if thats going to get done this week. He'll call the cement plant to schedule today.
I was pleased to be able to get several more loads of heavy laundry done yesterday. Wiped me out. Did mending and more spinning. Spoke with my daughter, my 3 grandkids and my SIL yesterday. My granddaughter (8 ) has started piano, my middle grandson (10) violin, and the eldest (12) plays tuba and trombone. My eldest also regaled me with the progress of his "pets." He has fish, frogs and a "Flame Knee'd Tarantula." Its the size of a quarter at present and hasn't gone through enough molts to achieve the red-orange knee patches yet. My daughter's "Green-Blue Bottle Tarantulas" have molted enough they are now yellow orange... apparently they progress though several colors. What can I say, "Thats nice dear."😝 At least his frogs aren't the poison kind. My daughter's are. She is a PhD Entomolist.... i.e. Bug Dr.🤓 And teaches high school science. The students love her and her menagerie. Apparently when she first got the tarantulas they had more than a dozen. They don't ship well. So they had 12 little tarantulas in small plastic boxes on the dining room table for several weeks until the numbers sorted themselves out. My SIL was not happy. I sided with him. 😬
Have a great day everyone!
I think I would stick with a cat or dog.
Good morning, minus six with an expected high of minus three. We didn't get that much snow, perhaps an inch, and "they're" saying we'll be back in the pluses by Tuesday.
It simply isn't getting that cold, nor humid for snowfall as usual, and hopefully that means no real cold dips into minus twenties or minus thirties. Of course, February will be a deal-breaker either way. From my window, everything looks like a crystalline fog anyway. And I keep everything closed and drawn as the air still seeps around the panes.
Meet and greets, morning chores and all that is done for the day with a large Amazon order due today and the rest tomorrow. One of the expected items is a 38 pound box of kitty litter. It lasts me three months, and several people use it on snowy walkways and driveways to add traction.
Here's to everyone staying happy, safe and sane, this holiday week. I'll be going out on Wednesday for my friendsgiving as they say now, otherwise my days will be strictly inside.
Busy day here!! Got a lot done and purging of unwanted items to go to SA..
Rick, I have mixed bird seed, cracked corn doves like that one and black sunflower seeds. My hairdresser had all kinds of birds at her feeders plus she had a heated water dish for them!
Jane,I saw a wringer washer for sale and was so tempted.but know the age that maybe no parts could be had if it broke. I have a new washer and the dryer is 28 yrs old. I keep my fingers X that it holds out.
I think Amy and Patricia may be particularly interested in this clip. I had no idea there was a tick such as this one currently devastating Maine's moose population.
If I heard the guy right, he said that temps in Maine have been gradually rising since
1889
That was a very interesting clip.
Good morning.
Off and running this morning with multiple stops to make. Have quilt tops to take in, shirts to exchange (I hope) ,drop "stuff" off at Bri's, drop my computer off to get W11 and I bet I will flop when we get home!
Temp is 34° and calling for rain/snow later in the afternoon....hope we are home before that.
MG, as Rick said interesting but also sad. We do have ticks here and some are also bad for humans causing Lyme disease. Safety precautions like tucking pant legs in socks and checking your dog after a walk in the woods.
Better get the day started..
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
CDC lists 13 human tickborne diseases. Lovely! https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/about/index.html
Yipee! It only took three trips in a month to the dentist and one to the ENT for the dentist to finally discover the molar right next to my tooth implant had cracked, and that was only because a piece broke off on Thursday. Because the dentist doesn't have office hours on Friday, I had to wait until Monday to get it looked at. Now it will be off to the dental surgeon for extraction and probably another tooth implant. So, not buying a new car on Saturday like I had hoped, turns out to be a good thing. A new car will have to wait.
Quote from: MarsGal on November 25, 2025, 06:52:23 AMand one to the ENT for the dentist to finally discover the molar right next to my tooth implant had cracked,
OUCH - Many years ago I had a tooth crack. Must have gone right down the middle because the pain was terrible if anything touched it, like even a well cooked pea, I still remember the pain, and the problem with treating it. Long story.
Hope it doesn't hurt too much.
Oddly enough, Rick, the tooth is not painful, but I did start getting gum blisters and pain. The migrating tooth pain I was getting for months went away when I got the ear cleaned of the all the accumulated wax. I can't get an appointment with the Dr. that did my implant before until the middle of January. That is too long for me to trust the temporary glue job my dentist did, so I have made an appointment in the second week of Dec. with another Dr. in the group.
Good morning, 2 plus degrees presently before we slip back into the minuses. MG, as Rick and Amy said, that was both violent and unsettling. These are the same whales that are attacking and sometimes sinking smaller ships and watercraft by going after rudders.
We don't have ticks here because of the arctic winters, although information otherwise is contradictory. One source says the state has six native types that feed on small animals and birds during the summer months, but another says Alaska has no native tick species. Here is the most recent, comprehensive info I found.
" Ticks exist in every state in the US, though they are less common and diverse in the northern states and cooler climates.
Data focus upon ticks that can transmit diseases to humans. Tick species that do not transmit diseases to humans are excluded.
Alaska is the only US state with zero native tick species that can carry disease to humans (though it does have at least one native species, Ixodes angustus, which is common on hares and squirrels). However, several species can survive and even overwinter there if introduced on animals (typically dogs) from out of state."
It's our colder winter temperatures of minus thirty, forty, sixty or seventy that deter most pests such as ticks, fleas, and even rabies in the arctic parts of the state, including snakes and some plants such as ragweed, and poisonous ivies.
Amy, I never heard back from you about the quilt pictures you showed.
I've also never had a tooth crack, sounds painful, but my teeth have always been what one dentist termed soft, so I've had a lot of issues.
Good morning,
38°F, expecting rain. I've enough yarn for my sweater, I think. I've made a test swatch. Now to dig out the longer needles. :thumbup:
OLM, sounds good. Just about the only crafting stuff I brought with me when I moved was all my knitting/crochet/crewelwork yarns, as well as embroidery and accessories. Unfortunately, I have yet to do anything with it. I was in the middle of making a pocketed shawl, so if I ever get back to it that will be the first thing to do.
Patricia, what is this about whales? It sounds like what an Orca would do. They seem to be the aggressive thugs of the whaleverse. However, I always thought of them as member of the dolphin family. But then, they've started adding something called a clad which I don't know much about. Cladistic ordering apparently began around 1901, but wasn't called such until the 1950's or 1960's. It wasn't taught in any of my college biology classes. Anyway, I don't recall mentioning anything about whales.
Orcas are a species of whales. Here is a page of links on the subject, plus it shows that they're being taught by others, (orcas).
https://duckduckgo.com/?t=ffab&q=orcas%20attacking%20and%20sinking%20boats&atb=v481-1&ia=web
Good morning
We had a nice rain in the night. Starting temp is 38° with more rain or snow in the forecast.Yesterday went well, dropped off the quilt tops ,dropped off items for the kids then dropped off my computer. Working on my laptop now and not familiar with it as I prefer my pc. Will go on Mon/Tue to pick it up.
Catch up day here plus pay bills.
Jane ,how are you?
Patricia, I set aside the horses for now and working on a sunflower quilt.
Phyllie, think your custard with be the dessert for the day!
Better get ready to meet the day.
Enjoy your day and stay safe
Patricia, they are all cetaceans. Orcas are, according to this article, more closely related to dolphins. But then it also says all dolphins are whales. It looks like they got named whales because they are toothed and because early mariners called them "killer of whales". https://wildlifeinformer.com/is-an-orca-a-whale-or-a-dolphin/ I am a little surprised that all dolphins are considered whales,regardless.
At any rate, the clip I posted was about moose in Maine, not whales. Someone else must have originally mentioned whales in one of the forums. It wasn't me.
Good Morning Everyfriend! There's a NEW Washer where my old dead one was once located! My son and a young guy who works for him installed it yesterday! When they were ready to leave, I mentioned a bill and my son reached out and hugged me and said "Merry Christmas, Mom!" What a nice thing to get for Christmas! Now I have to teach myself to use it. I tried last night after they left and I bombed! The directions that came with it are awful. I mentioned this to my son's wife and she said that as soon as she can get away from the store, she'll be by and give me some lessons and write it out on paper for me! I do have a nice family...even the marrien in ones!
Now I'm going out and make a batch of egg thingys and put them in the freezer for when my house is full of company over Christmas! Anyone want to help? I know, everyone is too busy so I'll just do my own thing.
I wish you all a great day today and a Happy Thanksgiving tomorrow. AMY, you can pretend you're with us!
what a nice gift, jane! And an even nicer son and daughterinlaw. BUT, if you hadn't been such a good mother you wouldn't have such nice, thoughtful, caring kids.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING, ALL!!!
Good morning, I hope everyone has a nice Thanks or Friends Giving tomorrow. I'm having mine this afternoon and have made both mincemeat and an apple pie to take. The Library stops by just before that so I can drop off my books prior to leaving.
MG, I mentioned orcas because of your video and also because of the boat ramming. I said yesterday, with regard to the video, These are the same whales that are attacking and sometimes sinking smaller ships and watercraft by going after rudders.
"Species in the oceanic dolphin family
The orca, or killer whale, is a toothed whale and the largest member of the oceanic dolphin family. The only extant species in the genus Orcinus, it is recognizable by its distinct pigmentation; being mostly black on top, white on the bottom and having recognizable white eye patches. A cosmopolitan species, it inhabits a wide range of marine environments, from Arctic to Antarctic regions to tropical seas, but is more commonly documented in temperate or cooler coastal waters."
From your information, "So first let's get a couple things straight. Both whales and dolphins are known as cetaceans, which is divided into two groups; baleen whales and toothed whales. All dolphins are considered whales, but not all whales are considered dolphins.
Orcas, or killer whales, are considered "toothed whales" along with about 75 other species. However, as we mentioned above, they are more closely related to oceanic dolphins than whales."
It sounds as if no one really knows for sure what an orca is or what species it belongs to.
I just was looking at my "Nextdoor" site and someone had posted this, which I thought some might appreciate. Sorry it's not in it's proper format, but you get the idea. -
"Leaves"
By David DePaso
Twas' the night before Thanksgiving and all through the town, gas powered leaf blowers were messing around. Tiny little leaves lay in planting beds, with thoughts of eradication dancing in their heads. LOUDER and LOUDER the blowers drew near, with engines huffing and puffing creating a fear. What could they do but succumb to the antics with a circus of men lathering a frantic. The rabbits ran here, the rabbits ran there, as the noise of the blowers boomed in the air. Creating not much of an issue, what could the leaves do, but await their end, no longer shiny and new. One by one they lifted up high, spinning around up in the sky. Twisting and turning they surged with fear landing in a pile far and near. Soon a giant truck came into view, siphoning up was all it could do. The hose pulled them up without much of a fight, and soon, sadly, they were out of sight. The toxic particles remained in the air, as the environment lay entirely bare.
Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
I hope you all have a lovely holiday! When Ron goes to a traditional TG dinner at our daughter's, I'm taking the dogs and going in to make beef bone broth with vegetables. I'm looking forward to renewing my stock. I can't boil things in the closed RV for long periods of time. The humidity gets out of control, since I can't open a vent. I have a 5 yard piece of polar fleece on its final wash. Its for a door blanket for then Tiny House. If you remember, I used the grandkids cozies safety pinned together.😝 I'll get it dried and Ron can take it up on his next trip. He still has to bring down firewood. I'll take in my knitting for something to do. I have 7 1/2" of the back panel.
MG, I know how that goes!😆 I've had projects that I've started, got interrupted, then took back up and finished years later.
These 2 discussions on the ticks and Orcas have been very interesting. I've been waiting to talk with my daughter about the winter ticks. I'll see what she says about the orcas as well. My son will be more informed on that though. He majored in marine biology when he first entered college. He had some excellent jobs to earn tuition. One summer he counted, and tagged returning salmon. It included diving for visual counts, radio tracking by plane, and fish wrestling. He loved it, but the funding was always iffy. The industry depends on grants. He always felt "unemployed" while waiting to hear if he received the grants. So he switched to Engineering. I don't have any personal knowledge to add other than Orcas are the wolf packs of the sea, wind turbines, vibrations and cell towers can cause aggression. Growing up sailing the Inland Passage we saw them all the time. They never caused problems for even kayakers or canoeists that I heard of. Attacks on swimmers were almost non-existent unless you could be mistaken for a seal or sea lion, and dolphins could/did drive off Orcas. My 2¢.
Good morning
So far we have been lucky with the snow not coming here in feet!!To the west of us they had 12 inches or more and are expecting up to two feet more!! We have had light dustings but know sooner than later we will also get dumped upon.
Laundry day with continued purging.
I will be so happy on Mon when I get my computer back!!
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
Good morning, six degrees presently. Weather gurus are saying, upcoming ice. "Winter Storm May Bring Ice and Snow Next Week...
A winter storm is expected to move across the Interior next week. This system may bring moderate snowfall and localized areas of ice. The heaviest snowfall can be expected north and northwest of Fairbanks, with moderate confidence of snowfall totals exceeding 6".
From Fairbanks south and east, temperatures may warm above freezing Tuesday and Wednesday, which could result in a wintry mix of precipitation at times. Expect some icy conditions in the city.
Nothing new, as usual. Had a nice time and meal with friends on Wednesday and some Amazon packages Tuesday, one today and one larger one on Monday, all household basics.
I'm doing much better, six weeks after my fall. Only some residue effects.
Good snowy morning.
According to Jesse's paw prints we have about 2 inches and it is still coming down.
A day of rest here after I get the dancing done.
Patricia, good to hear you are feeling a lot better..no more falls!
Jane are you getting LOTS of hugs from your company?
Better get my dancing clothes on .
Enjoy your day and stay safe.
:hb3: :hb2: HAPPY BIRTHDAY JENNY :hb2: :hb3:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JENNY!
Well, the dance is done! Luckily the snow blower dealt with it.. That 2 inches turned into 8 and growing. I wasn't going to touch it till later but when I went out to shovel a path to the bird seed ,the snow was rolling ahead of the shovel. Everything has been done now and the birds can get the feed .
I hope to get my computer tomorrow, weather permitting.
Amy, - Let us know what you think of Win-11 after you get it.
BTW - Keep the snow up that way. We don't need (want) it.
Good afternoon all!
I had a nice "Thanksgiving" luncheon with my daughter and her family yesterday. It was good to give and receive hugs and kisses again. The grandkids are growing up way too fast!
Glad to hear both Phyllis and Patricia are healing nicely.😊
No snow here yet. Cold mornings. Mid 40°F during the day.
Making good progress on my sweater.
Other than that, just the usual chores.
It's been quiet here. I guess everyone is busy with the day.
Let's make a new start
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