Thursday night I got together with friends. Nothing special - just dinner and chit chat but it is a relatively regular occurrence now and I enjoy the company. It gets me out of the house as well, which is a good thing. Cabin fever is not something I enjoy ( Read more... )

Okay, I am seeing a chiropractor about the recent collection of back issues and it seems we are making some progress. Granted, I am in the early stages but at least the pain is being minimized. Driving to Westminster 4 or 5 days out of 7 will take a toll on my fuel funds so I hope that stretch is relatively short. Got to see the X-rays and there ( Read more... )

It just occurred to me that I posted about feeling antsy and 'twitchy' back on Oct. 22nd. Perhaps I was feeling the very early changes associated with the impending arrival of three weather issues joining forces or, maybe not. These things pop out of my brain pan every so often ( Read more... )

I am delighted to see that the election is finally over. I detest the haranguing, mud slinging and general Circus Maximus attitude that seems to be thought of as 'needed' by the candidates ( Read more... )

As previously reported I came through Sandy in fairly good order. So far the only new issue to appear is a chimney cap that was blown off and was waiting for me today. I guess I should call the roof fellow but I suspect he may be a wee bit busy. We'll see about it on Monday ( Read more... )

I have survived the dreaded Frankenstorm. Forewarning and being prepared helps a bunch! I learned something new this time around. Super-duper electronic gizmos are not always the best to have in some instances. I have such a "super-Duper electronic device" that is my furnace and water heater and it proved problematical this time. It is ( Read more... )

Thursday, 10/25, I saw my first 'Sandy Alert'. Hmmmm...so I looked around the various weather stations, NOAA and similar sites to see what this Sandy was up to. Hmmmm..or maybe WOW! This one has some serious potential. Thus began my preparations ( Read more... )

We have had several lovely Fall days with sunny weather and cool nights. I have finished several projects and lined up a couple others that are ready to go into production. I should be happy ( Read more... )

Under 'Progress' I had some amazing help generated by friends and a Gordian Knot sort of link with the SCA. The last item in Himself's estate was our beloved 'Pennsic Truck', a white Ford E-350 box truck who did major duty hauling things for our Pennsic camp and off and on for Baronial events. With Himselfs ever declining health eliminating his ( Read more... )

I sit and wait...patiently...for the arrival of the washing machine repairman. Like so many others I fail to see why the various repair companies are incapable of giving me anything less than a 9 hour arrival time. 8 AM to 5 PM seems truly excessive as a spread of time for his arrival. At least he's supposed to call when he's on his way to my ( Read more... )