He's hoping to visit with Aunt Wilda tomorrow afternoon before coming into La Crosse.
AUGUST 2014
Saturday, May 10, 2014
SPRING GREEN CALLING
THE WEATHER IS TOO GOOD TO LAST
Finally, for a change, a sunny day, a light breeze and temperatures in the 60's.
I made a "pill stroll" over to Walgreen's and it felt so good being out in shirt sleeves.
But, it's too good to last. There are some scattered thunderstorms moving our way from Iowa and we could see some of that this afternoon and tonight. We could see some storms with small hail and gusty winds.
PACKERS TWEET
#Packers fans - looking forward to the Rodgers to Rodgers combo? Photos of the new tight end: http://t.co/AZu8KCRiHh pic.twitter.com/vAN1CWLpg9
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) May 10, 2014
TORNADO TIME AROUND THE CORNER FOR WISCONSIN
This map (thx @sciencemuseummn Science Buzz) shows when tornado threat highest for your region http://t.co/ctRIJLLp4x pic.twitter.com/FZKg4Ol5Wq
— Aaron Shaffer (@AShafferWNTV) May 7, 2014
SPRING SNEEZING
I'm beginning to dislike spring. I have done nothing but sneeze, blow and sniff all morning.
I checked "sneezing" on TWITTER and discovered most of the world is sneezing today so I'm not alone.
Don't get me wrong! I'd rather be warm and sneezing than cold and shivering.
TULIP TIME
Guess what's blooming in front of the Netherlands Embassy in the USA!
MT @erinruberry: After writing about Holland in Haymarket http://t.co/Q37SwJA0O1 naturally @NLintheUSA is my 1ststop pic.twitter.com/JZ7BkGqQ2A
— Netherlands Embassy (@NLintheUSA) May 10, 2014
SHAKE YOUR MARACA, AMEGO!
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake shook southern Mexico early Saturday, the U.S. Geological Survey says. http://t.co/EJi5xoX4ad
— CNN Breaking News (@cnnbrk) May 10, 2014
A LOUSY TIME TO VISIT WISCONSIN
Looks like it will be cold and wet while Donnie is here. That will teach him not to even think about coming north until July or August!
HOW WOULD YOU LIKE A PLACE LIKE THIS IN THE COULEE??
Creekside Cabin pic.twitter.com/vwBQdFdioj
— Dream Houses (@DreamHouseX) May 10, 2014
THIS WOULD BE A GREAT NAME FOR A BAR ON 3RD STREET
If I ever got back to Los Angeles, I'd want to hit a bar in West Hollywood just because I like the name; THE CHURCH KEY and because they serve PIG EAR CHEETOS. I have no idea what "Pig Ear Cheetos" are but I'd like to say I ate them.
Actually, I wouldn't have to go all the way to L.A. to drink at the Church Key Bar. THERE'S A CHURCH KEY BAR IN MADISON. I'll bet Jacob could tell me about that place!
It's on University Avenue and they tell me it's a "Dive, college bar and eccentric hangout for drunks". I don't know about "College Bar" but "dive and eccentric hangout for drunks" sure rings my bell!
IF YOU LIKE RAIN YOU'LL LOVE LA CROSSE
The weatherman says there's a GOOD CHANCE FOR THUNDERSTORMS FROM TODAY INTO MONDAY.
A few of the thunderstorms, tomorrow night, could be strong to severe through Northeast Iowa and Southwest Wisconsin. LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS will be the mail threats.
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MY FAVORITE COLOR IS ORANGE
Folks are impressed with the computer tune-up service I got from Orange Computer here in La Crosse.
Rita said, "I think you should start sending your repair people thank you cards." And Daniel added, "Yes. That is good and very inexpensive service. WOW!"
They were really busy and had so many computers to work on they said they would try hard to get it fixed yesterday but, being they are closed on weekends, they would do it first thing on Monday.
I figured, if they were like most service stores, I might as well plan on going through the weekend without a computer but...the phone rang at 4:30 and it was Orange telling me they had just finished it up and I could come and get it before they closed.
These people give service like we used to get back in the '40's and 50's but rarely see today. And, the prices are more than reasonable.
If you've got a computer problem, this is the place to go! CLICK HERE FOR ORANGE COMPUTER SOLUTIONS
Rita said, "I think you should start sending your repair people thank you cards." And Daniel added, "Yes. That is good and very inexpensive service. WOW!"
They were really busy and had so many computers to work on they said they would try hard to get it fixed yesterday but, being they are closed on weekends, they would do it first thing on Monday.
I figured, if they were like most service stores, I might as well plan on going through the weekend without a computer but...the phone rang at 4:30 and it was Orange telling me they had just finished it up and I could come and get it before they closed.
These people give service like we used to get back in the '40's and 50's but rarely see today. And, the prices are more than reasonable.
If you've got a computer problem, this is the place to go! CLICK HERE FOR ORANGE COMPUTER SOLUTIONS
BIG CROWD AT TOLEDO CONCERT
Donnie said he had to drive back to his motel in a thunderstorm after the concert in Toledo last night. But, when he got there he was greeted with this.
I'm hoping that brings him good luck for his drive to La Crosse.
TOILET TALK
The product of the day is the new TOUCHLESS TOILET FOR YOUR HOME BY KOHLER. Just wave your hand over the toilet lid and away it goes!
Now they just have one more thing to invent. How about just wave your hand over the toilet lid and it cleans itself???
Friday, May 09, 2014
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IT'S FIXED!
My computer is working again, thanks to the guys at Orange Computer! I was glad to hear that this time, for a change, the problem was not my fault. I can't say that very often.
A HOPLESS MESS
I have spent most of the morning, so far, trying to fix yet another mess I made out of this computer.
You don't know what a virus is until you turn me loose on your computer. I have decided that I am the most dangerous computer virus there is. I have the ability to completely destroy your machine in less than 5 minutes.
Hey! What can I say? We all have to be good at something.
Thursday, May 08, 2014
THE LATEST DISPATCH FROM DONNIE
"Antwerp, Ohio is a charming little prairie hamlet and I'm enjoying more of spring harbingers in the North. Evergreen woods, dandelions, tulips ablaze, robins and redwing blackbirds.
Reached Toledo by noon. Suddenly found myself in front of the Toledo Museum of Art. I had forgotten what an outstanding museum it is, among the top 10 in the nation and famous for its unique glass collection.
Tomorrow I'll visit my alma mater, though I think school season is winding down and I'm not likely to find anyone who has been in the history department 40 years.
My motel is a good way out of Toledo proper but both the University and evening concert venue are easy reaches off the same street that passes the motel.
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BETTER KEEP YOUR EYE ON THE SKY
We recommend activating automated #severe weather alerts today due to possible dangerous weather. http://t.co/Kb7OZoR8Ae
— Weather Underground (@wunderground) May 8, 2014
KIDNEY SHORTAGE
I was just reading that there are now more than 100,000 on the waiting list for a new kidney.
KEEPING AN EYE ON THE SKY
NO COMMENT (BUT I'M DOING A LOT OF THINKING)
Some couples just aren't meant to be... photographed together? http://t.co/6EUTq2JQtz pic.twitter.com/06CEZLM6AX
— Mind Blowing (@MBFacts8) May 8, 2014
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO TONI TENNILLE
Cathryn Antoinette Tennille is just a couple of weeks older than me. She turns 74 today.
The last few years have not been very happy for the Captain and Tennille. "Captain" Daryl Dragon suffers from a neurological condition, much like Parkinson's Disease, and is no longer able to play the keyboard.
Toni filed for divorce from the Captain in January of this year. The couple had been married for 39 years. Sadly, the Captain knew nothing about a divorce until he was served the papers which referenced "health issues" as a reason for the divorce.
A VISIT TO HOLMEN
Rita, Roger and I are going to Janie's today. I'm hoping we'll get a chance to see her, again, while Donnie is here but she doesn't always stay put long enough to catch her home. Next week she takes off for Colorado.
UPDATE FROM DONNIE
"Indiana is living up to my bias that it is the dullest state. One of my older jokes is that I've met many a man I didn't like, but I've never been to a place I didn't like....except Indiana.
Stuck for an hour in a 10 mile freeway stoppage for road construction. When I finally inches up to the bottleneck, a 100 yard lane closure, it was a single excavator and no more than a half dozen workers, holding much of central Indiana hostage.
At last I'm settled in for the night in one of the countless, identical clusters of motels hanging off every interstate in the land.
There is no such thing as a "road trip" by interstate, only mere travel, as every road and gas station and motel looks alike. But, I'm not much interested in this part of America, and I'm hurrying through on the faster routes (except, of course, for those in Indiana).
I guess this place is called Plainfield, a suburb of Indianapolis. I hear planes going over and just saw a flight attendant check in so this community must serve the airport.
I've driven 1100 miles in two days but have just 250 left today to Toledo."
GOT A NOTE FROM RITA
"The ponies have lots of grass now. We still have to find them a good home but, for now, they are quite happy where they are."
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"The dogs got their beauty treatments yesterday.
Baths and brushed and scarves and even nails trimmed and Emma with nail polish to match her collar. The’re all smiles and smell good too."
Wednesday, May 07, 2014
FEELS LIKE SPRING
I went to Walgreen's, this morning, and what a delightful walk! This is the first day that we don't have those ice cold, gusty winds. Temperatures are comfortable and we're finally seeing some green on the trees. We might just have a summer after all!!
SNOW NOTE FROM DUANE
"Snow in Deadwood. 6 inches. Remember those days you lived there?"
Oh, yes! I remember, very well, those spring snow storms and walking to work, down the hill behind the Franklin Hotel, with snow up to my knees.
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WINTER TEMPS OUT WEST
It's a cold morning in Wyoming. 18 degrees in Laramie, 36 in Worland. Button up your overcoat!
DONNIE IN ARKANSAS
Donnie woke up in Arkansas, this morning. I just checked their weather and it sounds like he's in for a warm and windy drive. Temps will be in the mid-80's in Arkansas today.
STORMY WEATHER
Golfball-sized hail occurred around 715 am in Hayfield MN, southwest of Rochester. #rocmn #mnwx
— NWS La Crosse (@NWSLaCrosse) May 7, 2014
BIG BAND HISTORY MADE: MAY 7, 1941
I'm a year older than "Chattanooga Choo Choo"! That's right, folks. You might think Chattanooga Choo Choo has been around forever but, let it be known....I'VE BEEN AROUND EVEN LONGER!!
It was May 7, 1941 that the Glenn Miller Orchestra recorded that classic song.
It was May 7, 1941 that the Glenn Miller Orchestra recorded that classic song.
CABRITO DAYS
Today is ROAST LEG OF LAMB DAY which takes me back to my good old Cabrito days in Reynosa, Mexico.
For those of you who haven't been in that part of the world, Cabrito is king in Monterrey, Mexico and the state of Nuevo Leon.
The whole carcass of a goat kid is slowly cooked, on a spit, over a bed of glowing charcoal and seasoned with onion, garlic and green chilies.
John L., Katherine and I used to go across the border to Reynosa for this tasty delight about once a month. With some ice cold beer, to wash it down, and a mariachi band playing in the background, you think you've died and gone to heaven!
One wouldn't, ordinarily, think of lamb when you think of Mexico but it was Jewish immigrants who founded the city of Monterrey which, of course, is why lamb is a must in that city and the state its in.
NO STORMY WEATHER
Even though the forecast gives us an 80% chance, mainly before 10 A.M., for thunderstorms today, I don't see anything on consequence on the radar this morning. That's good. We don't need no more rain right now. The river is high enough, Mama!
DONNIES ROAD REPORT
"At Bryant, Arkansas. Nothing of interest."
I'm guessing the Bryant Chamber of Commerce might beg to differ with him.
Tuesday, May 06, 2014
MORE WATER ON THE WAY
The last thing we need is MORE RAIN but there's a good chance we'll get more tonight.
The forecasters say isolated thunderstorms will become more numerous after midnight with a chance for HAIL AND LOCALLY HEAVY RAIN..
HIGH WATER AT RIVERSIDE PARK
I went to the park this morning. In the foreground you can see the tiny bit of the dock still above water. The rest is below the waves.
The river is running mighty full and fast. I wouldn't want to be out on it in a boat right now.
The river is running mighty full and fast. I wouldn't want to be out on it in a boat right now.
GETTING OLD? HEAD FOR SOUTH DAKOTA!
BANKRATE.COM says it may be cold in the winter but if you're planning to retire, there's no better place to be in the USA than SOUTH DAKOTA!
South Dakota has one of the highest health care rankings in the USA. It has a low cost of living and the sixth lowest crime rate in the country and you're going to LOVE the lower taxes.
After South Dakota comes Colorado, Utah, North Dakota and Wyoming.
Notice two things. They're all in the middle of the country and they're all west of the Mississippi River.
I've said it many times and I'll say it again. Anyone living east of the Mississippi isn't really living. And, if you're going to live in the WEST you might as well live in the BEST state and we all know which state this is, don't we?
Thanks to Ron for sending me the article.
NO MORE HOT DOUGS!
OH NO! The world is losing HOT DOUG'S but my T-shirts will become collectors items pretty soon. Donnie sent me two Hot Doug's T-shirts a couple years ago and I wore one just the other day.
Hot Doug's is closing forever in October: What will you miss the most? @hotdougs #Chicago
— Crain's Chicago (@CrainsChicago) May 6, 2014
A ROAD IN BOLIVIA VS A ROAD IN TEXAS
Donnie traveled this road, in Bolivia, several times so the road from Austin to La Crosse won't be quite so exciting.
He's on the road, this morning, and heading our way.
He said, "I wish the I-35 route I'm on today were even 1/10th as exciting as the Bolivia route. I-35 out of Texas is about the dullest road on earth. That's, maybe, because I've done it so often.".
He's on the road, this morning, and heading our way.
He said, "I wish the I-35 route I'm on today were even 1/10th as exciting as the Bolivia route. I-35 out of Texas is about the dullest road on earth. That's, maybe, because I've done it so often.".
RICK AND ANGELA ARE WAITING FOR THE BABIES!
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Angela says:
"The kittens are about four and a half weeks old in this picture. The Mom's name is Chloe.
We won't be getting the kittens until July 4th and we can't wait to see and pet them ourselves."
Chloe is retiring from the "baby business" and moving to a wonderful new home. The babies will have a home with Rick and Angela where they'll have some beautiful dogs to play with! I'll be anxious to hear how that turns out!
PILLS=$$$$$$$
Why are your pills so expensive?
German chemical and pharmaceutical company Bayer says it plans to buy Merck & Co's consumer care business for $14.2 billion - @AP
— Breaking News Money (@breakingmoney) May 6, 2014
MUSIC TRIVIA I DIDN'T KNOW
Original title was "Hey Jules," and it was intended to comfort Julian Lennon from the stress of his parents' divorce. http://t.co/wPvzCFUMgq
— We love 50's60's70's (@welove50s60s70s) May 6, 2014
TRANSPORTATION
I would fly in, almost, anything.....except for this. I'm not so sure about this.
Compact Commuter Helicopters http://t.co/H8QQLFKb3I #Eco pic.twitter.com/sMpfADpj41
— Trend Hunter (@trendhunter) May 6, 2014
Oh, yes. There's one other thing. Balloons. You won't get me up in a balloon.
NOTE FROM THE AUTHOR
I got a note from Joe Blair, author of "By the Iowa Sea". Joe is putting me behind on my chores because I can't put his book down.
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I GUESS TV IS JUST NOT MY THING
It was on May 6, 2004 that the final episode of "FRIENDS" was broadcast on NBC. I know it was one of the biggest sit-coms, ever, on TV. It made unknown actors huge stars and NBC gazillions of dollars.....and I never saw a single episode. Still have not seen a single episode and have no idea what the show was about.
I'm not sure but, I think, I may have totally missed 2004.
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Monday, May 05, 2014
RAIN VS SNOW
I was going to complain about more rain coming for the end of the week.
Now I see the forecast calls for SNOW over the Black Hills, Northeast Wyoming and far western South Dakota for Wednesday night and early Thursday. Guess I won't complain about a little more rain..
PARTY TIME
Between the ages of 20 and 40 this was my schedule. I'm happy to see there are younger souls carrying on the tradition.
CAMERAS
HOW ABOUT THIS?
THE BROWNIE IS BACK!
It might be fun to have one of these!
Old School #photography #camera #pretoria #southafrica #meetsouthafrica pic.twitter.com/g3numzpL7U
— JD Andrews (@earthXplorer) May 5, 2014
WET WEEK
What have we done to deserve this weather?
Hopefully, we'll see some sun today and tomorrow and then, beginning tomorrow night, it's rain and storms the rest of the week.
With the rivers spilling out of their banks, the last thing we need is another wet week.
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BY THE IOWA SEA
Scanning the shelves at the library, yesterday, the name BLAIR caught my eye. Where have I heard that name before?
In this case, it was Joe Blair, the author of a memoir, "By the Iowa Sea". I pulled it off the shelves, read the first couple of pages and was hooked.
How an east coast guy with a motorcycle, a leather jacket and a desire to do nothing but travel ends up, 15 years later, with a wife, four kids, a pipefitters job and living on the banks of the Iowa River during a spring flood has all the elements of a great story. There's even a trip to Luther College to fix the air conditioning!
And what a writer this Blair guy is! I started researching him and he gets nothing but praise from some of the best book critics in the country.
This is a delight to read!
Have you got time for a good joke?
A girl was visiting her blonde friend, who had acquired two new dogs, and asked her what their names were.
The blonde responded by saying that one was named Rolex and one was named Timex.
Her friend said, ‘Whoever heard of someone naming dogs like that?’
‘HELLLOOOOO. . . ,’ answered the blonde. ‘They’re watch dogs’!
The blonde responded by saying that one was named Rolex and one was named Timex.
Her friend said, ‘Whoever heard of someone naming dogs like that?’
‘HELLLOOOOO. . . ,’ answered the blonde. ‘They’re watch dogs’!
DON'T UNDERSTAND THE LANGUAGE BUT LOVE THE PICTURE
Западные эксперты оценили влияние России на события на Украине http://t.co/gIRpZdQT8O pic.twitter.com/d8O1uPkcob
— Smart News (@SmartNewsru) May 5, 2014
REMEMBER THE '50'S?
You'll have to be really, really, really old to remember this stuff. If you really are that old, this is going to bring a tear to your eye as you think about your lost youth.
MORE STORMS
With the rivers overflowing their banks, the last thing we need is more rain but guess what! The chance for thunderstorms returns Tuesday night through Thursday night. Some of those storms could be severe.
Sunday, May 04, 2014
FEELING "SPRINGY"!
Boy, was it ever nice to get outside for a while this afternoon. It was 60 degrees at 4 O'clock and I was lovin' every one of those degrees! I'm keeping my finger crossed it will be warm while Donnie is here.
WORDS TO LIVE BY
“A man is a success if he gets up in the morning and gets to bed at night, and in between he does what he wants to do” - Bob Dylan.
— Book Love (@OldSmellOfBooks) May 4, 2014
FLOOD REPORT
10 A.M. at La Crosse: RIVER STAGE WAS 12.1 FEET. Flood stage is 12.0 feet. Minor flooding is reported and it will continue as the river rises to 12.8 FEET AT RIVERSIDE PARK BY TUESDAY. Pettibone Campground and RV park is already flooded.
STAR WARS
Day 45 4/5/14 #StarWarsDay #ayearofinternationaldays #MayThe4thBeWithYou @1holidaychannel @36tee5dotcom pic.twitter.com/15OQkwiQkm
— Laird Matt Grisedale (@laird_matt) May 4, 2014
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SUMMERTIME WORK
If you're kid is looking for a summertime job, the best place for a kid to work a summertime job is SEATTLE. They just raised THE MINIMUM WAGE to $15.00 an hour!
REMEMBERING EDDIE COCHRAN
It's been a bitch of a winter but, very slowly, signs of summer are beginning to spring up. I was thinking about that this morning and this song popped into my head. It was released in 1958 when I was going to radio school in Minneapolis.
EDDIE COCHRAN was BORN IN MINNESOTA, raised in Los Angeles and DIED, MUCH TOO SOON, IN A CAR ACCIDENT, ON APRIL 16, 1960.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY RANDY TRAVIS!
RANDY TRAVIS celebrates his 55TH BIRTHDAY TODAY. This is my very favorite Randy Travis song.
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RICKY MARTIN: VIDA!
Ricky Martin's new hit makes me want to be young again and livin' my life in Rio!
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