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Thursday, October 10, 2013
Another sunny day with highs near 75 today. Hard to believe this beautiful weather so many days in a row.
By the way, AccuWeather is about the best weather forecaster there is and they say we'll have ABOVE AVERAGE SNOWFALL in our part of the world this winter so get the shovels out and make sure the snow blower is gassed up and ready to go!
Wednesday, October 09, 2013
THREE CHEERS TO THE POLITICIANS OF ILLINOIS!
RT @cfelsenthal: These Illinois Politicians Stopped Their Own Pay for the Government Shutdown http://t.co/ByNhDYZGFu
— Chicago magazine (@ChicagoMag) October 9, 2013
“Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.” ~Marcus Aurelius
— the daily zen (@dailyzen) October 9, 2013
Rapid City's police chief wrote a wonderful letter to the citizens of that city and he told it like it is.
Having spent years trying to please the guests and passengers and getting beat up for doing it, I can only say he hits the nail on the head.
You know, kids, we've been much too spoiled for much too long and I hope you can survive when it ends...which it will do. With half, or more, of the worlds human population homeless, starving and tortured, tell me, again, what makes you think you deserve better.
READ HERE WHAT THE CHIEF HAS TO SAY.
You know, kids, we've been much too spoiled for much too long and I hope you can survive when it ends...which it will do. With half, or more, of the worlds human population homeless, starving and tortured, tell me, again, what makes you think you deserve better.
READ HERE WHAT THE CHIEF HAS TO SAY.
The State Bank Chili Cookoff is coming up, again, this weekend.
They've always held it in the parking lot behind the downtown bank but this year they're moving it to Riverside Park. That should be MUCH better. The parking lot was way too congested.
Big doings in Washington today and I wish I was there to see it.
The wax figure of Betty White will be unveiled today at Madame Tussaud's Wax Museum in Washington and it sure does look like Betty!
There are big changes coming to the neighborhood.
The changes won't start until 2017, but it's a change that's badly needed. I hope I'm still around to see it but 4 years is too far into the future to plan on anything when you're 73.
This ain't your everyday Holiday Inn!
Traveling through Wisconsin and looking for a place to spend the night? We have some out of this world places to stay that you won't find anywhere else. READ ALL ABOUT IT RIGHT HERE
I think it's legal to be horny on Leif Erikson Day.
@PurpleBloodedMN Speaking of vikings... I saw this today up in Duluth. #leiferikson #1000ad #vinland pic.twitter.com/Qxsg7WxiRE
— Jeremie Mullinix (@Fustus) September 5, 2013
Corpus Christi, Texas has a new law.
You want to talk on the phone while driving? Hands free devices are the only way you can do it. You get caught with a phone to your ear it's a $500.00 fine.
Tuesday, October 08, 2013
Hard to believe, 8 days into October and our afternoon high was 78 degrees in La Crosse.
I'M GLAD I GOT TO THE CLINIC EARLY TO GET MY SHOT.
There weren't many ahead of me when I got in but the waiting room was filling up fast when I left.
GOT ANOTHER NOTE FROM DUANE THIS MORNING. I FEEL SO BAD FOR THOSE PEOPLE.
"Going back to 1897, this is the worst blizzard in Black Hills history. Bodies are now being found in homes and cars. Many deaths. Dead cattle everywhere because of ice sticking to their fur.
The city council and county commissioners called emergency sessions and declared the city a disaster area.
In Spearfish roofs are caved in. The middle school is closed due to a collapsed roof. Gas is scarce and we're getting no deliveries from outside."
The city council and county commissioners called emergency sessions and declared the city a disaster area.
In Spearfish roofs are caved in. The middle school is closed due to a collapsed roof. Gas is scarce and we're getting no deliveries from outside."
BEST BUY NEEDS ONE PERSON TO JOIN THEIR GEEK SQUAD.
#JobSearch Geek Squad Cadet - GeekSquad (Best Buy) - Onalaska, WI Find this Job & More http://t.co/OjVpsC6IRd
— La Crosse Wisconsin (@LaCrosse_Buzz) October 8, 2013
I could use the ENTIRE Geek Squad working 24 hours a day right here in this apartment to keep me out of trouble.
Donnie doesn't understand why I have so much trouble and neither do I. The only thing I can think of is that I was just never meant to interact with machines.
My latest problem began a couple mornings ago when I could not get any audio with You Tube videos. I finally noticed that the little volume icon at the bottom of the video was turned off. I clicked it on and all was well. Then I noticed that with every video I went to the volume was turned off and I had to turn the audio back on to watch the video.
It worked fine one day and the next day I had this problem. I have no idea what happened, in the overnight hours, while I was sleeping and, of course, I have absolutely no idea how to fix it.
I figured it wasn't a big deal to turn the volume on with each video so I could live with it. Then, in talking to Rita yesterday, she mentioned that she couldn't get the audio on any of the You Tube videos on my blog. And, she said, clicking on the audio icon below the video did not turn the audio on at her end.
Obviously when I embed the video on the website, all of a sudden, it carries with it the video sound in the off position and when she tries to turn it on it doesn't work.
As I say, I have NO idea how to fix this problem and wouldn't even know where to begin.
If there's a geek in the crowd......I NEED HELP!
Monday, October 07, 2013
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY!
Aunt Wilda looks so good and we had such a nice visit with her. She is always happy to get company.
It was a wonderful outing.
DUANE SAYS:
"Rapid City is still in chaos. No schools open yet. Lots of businesses still closed. Not much street travel. Only one way open on streets. 11,000 still without power. Down from 28,000 yesterday."
THERE'S AN INTERESTING ARTICLE IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL, THIS MORNING, ON WHICH IS BETTER; THE HUMAN CHECKER AT THE SUPERMARKET OR THE "DO IT YOURSELF" COMPUTER CHECKERS.
YOU CAN READ THE ARTICLE HERE but it's no surprise to me that, in this case, the human is much faster and more accurate than the computer. That's the reason there are long lines waiting for the human checker while the machines sit there vacant. I tried the machine once and once was too many times.
I'm a Gemini. Gemini's don't tend to deal well with machines. Donnie can't understand why I have so much trouble with my computer. The stars are part of the problem and the other part is that I'm not too bright.
I'm a Gemini. Gemini's don't tend to deal well with machines. Donnie can't understand why I have so much trouble with my computer. The stars are part of the problem and the other part is that I'm not too bright.
HAVING DUTCH BLOOD ON ONE SIDE AND NORWEGIAN BLOOD ON THE OTHER I'D SAY IT'S A TOSS UP. NEITHER ONE MAKE A LOT OF SENSE WHEN THEY OPEN THEIR MOUTH.
Have you ever felt foolish trying to follow a #Dutch conversation? You're not alone! http://t.co/cwT9izwNXo By @Invader_Stu
— IamExpat (@IamExpat) October 7, 2013
AFTER SUCH A GLOOMY SUNDAY, WE SURE PICKED A GOOD DAY TO GO TO VIROQUA.
The forecast calls for a sunny day with a high near 60. And, it just gets better! Tomorrow though Friday every day should be sunny with afternoon highs near 70. That's got to be perfect fall weather!
Sunday, October 06, 2013
THEY DONE GOOD TODAY!
Final: #Packers 22, Lions 9. Green Bay improves to 2-2, heading to Baltimore next week. #DETvsGB
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) October 6, 2013
GLAD I'M NOT GROCERY SHOPPING IN RAPID CITY TODAY!
The line at the West Side Safeway. Many in Rapid still snowbound without power and are walking to get groceries. pic.twitter.com/X4451J8GxX
— Charles Michael Ray (@CharlesSDPB) October 6, 2013
DUANE SAYS:
"Looking for my snow boots and shoe traction slip ons. Want to get to my snow scoops and at least get the north door so it opens."
I got a kick out of the 6th grade teachers at Vernon, Connecticut middle school who have banned the kids from quoting the Geico "Hump Day" commercial over and over and over and over again. Not just on Wednesday but every day of the week. I suppose it does get on their nerves, after a while, but you gotta admit it's on of the cutest commercials EVER! I just love it.
A SPECIAL HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DAVID HIDALGO WHO IS CELEBRATING HIS 59TH BIRTHDAY TODAY.
David was a member of one of my all time favorite bands Los Lobos who are, probably, best remembered for their cover of the Richie Valens hit, La Bamba.
The song was an old Mexican folk song that came from the beautiful state of Vera Cruz where Donnie and I enjoyed Carnival (Mardi Gras) many years ago. It was featured in the 1987 movie "La Bamba" starring Lou Diamond Phillips. Here's a scene, from the movie, featuring Los Lobos.
The song was an old Mexican folk song that came from the beautiful state of Vera Cruz where Donnie and I enjoyed Carnival (Mardi Gras) many years ago. It was featured in the 1987 movie "La Bamba" starring Lou Diamond Phillips. Here's a scene, from the movie, featuring Los Lobos.
TELL ME...HOW BAD CAN THE ECONOMY REALLY BE WHEN YOU CONSIDER THAT SALES OF HALLOWEEN COSTUMES ARE UP MORE THAN 10% OVER LAST YEAR?
What's hot for Halloween wear this year? From what I read, zombies are still a popular item for 2013. The most interesting trend is inspired by the "Great Gatsby" movie. 1920's costumes are hot this year so if you still have your old flapper dresses you're all set!!
A GLOOMY SUNDAY AROUND HERE WITH HEAVY CLOUDS AND, MAYBE, SOME RAIN LATE THIS AFTERNOON.
Saturday, October 05, 2013
I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE SUDDEN DEATH, IN SUPERIOR, OF KATHY'S OLDEST BROTHER.
I'm sure thinking of her and the family at this sad time.
IT'S A RECORD SETTING SNOWSTORM.
9.6% of the country is covered in snow this morning from this snowstorm. Most on record for October 5th. pic.twitter.com/P6zQ1aC4ZB
— WeatherNation (@WeatherNationWX) October 5, 2013
DUANE IS COPING WITH THE WEATHER BUT JUST BARELY.
"The storm knocked out power for over an hour. Got candles and flashlights out. I think I need a Coleman Lantern.
My Niece and her husband have no power and snowdrifts are blocking their driveway so they can't get out.
I may need some help with my driveway and broken tree branches.
What a mess this is!"
THE STINK BUGS ARE COMING! THE STINK BUGS ARE COMING!
Read this scary story about the invasion of the ASIAN STINK BUGS. READ THE WTMJ STORY HERE
ALLEN LUDDEN WAS BORN ON THIS DATE IN 1918 IN MINERAL POINT, WISCONSIN
He, of course, hosted PASSWORD, the TV game show, and he was married to BETTY WHITE. In this video Betty tells a great story about how she and Alan got together.
THIS IS INCREDABLE! WE'RE TALKING 4 FEET OF SNOW HERE!!!
Nearing 50" of snow in Lead ,SD. Latest storm summary here: http://t.co/klLpgbtcsk … #NWSWPC #sdwx #winteriscoming #snow #weather
— NWS WPC (@NWSWPC) October 5, 2013
RAIN AND THUNDER WOKE ME UP AT MIDNIGHT. WE NEED THE RAIN. SOUTH DAKOTA CAN KEEP THE SNOW.
I'm on that new diet where you eat everything and hope for a miracle.
— Relatable Quotes ☼ (@SoTrue__Quotes) October 5, 2013
TOO MUCH SNOW...TOO EARLY IN THE SEASON
Latest snowfall totals have Lead with almost 4 feet of snow. Snow & wind continue in W SD before tapering SAT morn. pic.twitter.com/QDmWyFwe66
— KEVN SkyView (@KEVNSkyView) October 5, 2013
Friday, October 04, 2013
INTERSTATE STILL CLOSED IN WESTERN SOUTH DAKOTA
Interstate 90 Closed Between Wall and Wyoming Border http://t.co/e1UCGRspDb
— SD State News (@SDStateNews) October 4, 2013
THE MAIL MUST GO THROUGH!
RT @JimCantore: US Post Office baby! MT @WeatherChambers Amazing mail still delivered during blizzard in Rapid City: pic.twitter.com/8ocUgFvx0P
— The Weather Channel (@weatherchannel) October 4, 2013
YOU THINK OF CHICKEN NUGGETS AT YOUR FAVORITE FAST FOOD JOINT AND YOUR MOUTH STARTS TO WATER, RIGHT?
Well, take the most disgusting parts of a chicken you can think of and you'll find them in that "tasty" nugget. READ ALL ABOUT IT HERE
DUANE JUST CHECKED IN FROM RAPID CITY
"Mean, wicked blizzard here. All schools are closed, the airport is shut down. Lot's of closures, including the School of Mines. The winds are really fierce."
SPEARFISH THIS MORNING
RT @dieds08: @shawncable in spearfish just now pic.twitter.com/zpIP1VyuKx #sdwx #blizzard #snow
— Shawn Cable (@shawncable) October 4, 2013
WINTER HAS ARRIVED OUT WEST!
Rapid City is getting hit with a major winter storm today. They're expecting 10 to 18 inches of snow with higher amounts in the foothills. Winds could gust as high as 70 MPH giving them a real head start on winter!!
They've picked up 3 to 5 inches of snow in Worland, Wyoming with some tree damage reported. Blowing snow is causing trouble for travelers.
March 20, the first day of spring, sure seems a long way away, doesn't it?
They've picked up 3 to 5 inches of snow in Worland, Wyoming with some tree damage reported. Blowing snow is causing trouble for travelers.
March 20, the first day of spring, sure seems a long way away, doesn't it?
DOES YOUR LAWN NEED MOWING? FARMERS ALMANAC ASAYS THIS IS THE DAY TO DO IT...UNLESS IT'S RAINING, OF COURSE.
Gardening by the Moon for October 4 - Favorable days for planting beans, peas, squash,... http://t.co/0UYqy7wqKl
— The Farmers' Almanac (@FarmersAlmanac) October 4, 2013
WE CAN'T LET THIS DAY GO BY WITHOUT REMEMBERING JANICE JOPLIN
Janice passed away on October 4, 1970. A victim of a heroin overdose at the age of 27. She was a troubled soul, all of her short life, but she was one of the most brilliant singers of the 20th century.
BIG LOTS HAS COME TO LA CROSSE
The new retail chain store in located in the old south side Quillans building. They feature name brand close out merchandise at up to 70% off the original retail price. They have everything from furniture to groceries. I'm going to have to get out there and check it out!!
LOOK THROUGH THE GREAT DEALS ON THEIR WEBSITE HERE
LOOK THROUGH THE GREAT DEALS ON THEIR WEBSITE HERE
90% CHANCE FOR THUNDERSTORMS TODAY WITH A 90% CHANCE TONIGHT.
This is the latest from the National Weather Service.
PERIODS OF THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED FRIDAY THROUGH SATURDAY AS A
STRONG STORM SYSTEM IMPACTS THE AREA.VERY HEAVY RAIN IS LIKELY WITH THESE STORMS, ESPECIALLY FRIDAY NIGHT ALONG AND NORTH OF INTERSTATE 90 WHICH COULD LEAD TO LOCALIZED FLOODING DEPENDING ON HOW MUCH RAIN OCCURS BEFORE THEN.
IN ADDITION TO THE HEAVY RAIN CONCERN THERE IS POTENTIAL FOR SOME OF THE STORMS FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY TO PRODUCE LARGE HAIL AND DAMAGING WINDS. TORNADOES COULD OCCUR AS WELL FRIDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING ESPECIALLY ACROSS SOUTHERN MINNESOTA AND NORTHERN IOWA.
Thursday, October 03, 2013
WE'VE HAD A RAINY AFTERNOON IN LA CROSSE. WE NEED ALL THE RAIN WE CAN GET.
There were some heavy storms in the area but they missed the city.
Meanwhile, it doesn't look like tropical storm Karen will bring any much needed rain to Texas.
Meanwhile, it doesn't look like tropical storm Karen will bring any much needed rain to Texas.
THIS IS FOR OUR HUMMINGBIRD FANS
Ruby-throated hummingbirds can travel nonstop over 600 miles: http://t.co/3hooGzsCS3 #TeamHummingbird
— National Wildlife (@NWF) October 3, 2013
AND, WHILE WE'RE TALKING ABOUT FEELING GOOD.......
Hold your nose ... Doctors say pills made from healthy people's poop can cure serious gut infections: http://t.co/Uad8DK9AYy -KM
— The Associated Press (@AP) October 3, 2013
RITA IS TAKING ONE OF THE DOGS, DUKE, TO THE DOCTOR.
Very listless, can hardly move, won't even wag his tail.
I have, exactly, the same symptoms. Maybe I should see the vet.
I have, exactly, the same symptoms. Maybe I should see the vet.
The guy who fixed the crack in my windshield was named Chip. Now there’s a man who achieved exactly what was expected of him in life.
— Exploding Unicorn (@XplodingUnicorn) October 2, 2013
NO DOUBT ABOUT IT. WINTER IS ON THE WAY!
Worland, Wyoming will see rain change to snow with 2 to 4 inches of snow in the area along with winds gusting to 50 MPH or more. By late tonight and tomorrow morning, travel could become impossible in the mountain passes.
In the Rapid City area 6 or more inches of snow is possible in the foothills of the Black Hills. The snow, along with gusty winds is sure to make driving pretty miserable.
We'll still have summer weather in the La Crosse area today with isolated thunderstorms and an afternoon high near 78 degrees.
We could see some severe weather with large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and even tornadoes tomorrow afternoon into Saturday.
In the Rapid City area 6 or more inches of snow is possible in the foothills of the Black Hills. The snow, along with gusty winds is sure to make driving pretty miserable.
We'll still have summer weather in the La Crosse area today with isolated thunderstorms and an afternoon high near 78 degrees.
We could see some severe weather with large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and even tornadoes tomorrow afternoon into Saturday.
Wednesday, October 02, 2013
FROM TWITTER:
LOCAL AREA JOBS: #JobSearch Dental Assistant at Gundersen Lutheran (La Crosse, WI) Find this Job&More: http://t.co/7bd697ZQnc
— La Crosse Wisconsin (@LaCrosse_Buzz) October 2, 2013
DUANE SAYS THE COLD WEATHER WILL KILL THE OUTSIDE FLOWERS AND BUGS
Rapid City is looking at a very nasty Friday with lots of wind, rain and snow. The forecast high for Friday is only 37 degrees and Friday night will see temperatures fall into the upper 20's. Further west, Worland, Wyoming (Rick and Angela's home) is looking for 1 to 3 inches of SNOW Thursday night.
I THINK ESQUIRE MAGAZINE HAS SAID IT ALL, CONCERNING THIS CONGRESS, IN ONE LINE
Speaking to the voters, the magazine says, "We looked at our legacy of self-government and we handed ourselves over to the reign of morons."
WE'VE BEEN HAVING SUCH BEAUTIFUL WEATHER THE PAST FEW DAYS THAT I ALMOST FORGOT IT WOULD HAVE TO END SOONER OR LATER
Clouds will start moving in today and bring lightening and heavy rain to the area tonight and thunderstorms will continue to be likely Thursday through Saturday.
Some of the storms could be severe with large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and tornadoes.
What a bummer! We got through the summer without any nasty weather and NOW we get it.
The temperatures are going to start to cool down too. Highs will be in the 70's through Friday but the weekend will bring highs only in the 50's.
Some of the storms could be severe with large hail, damaging winds, heavy rain and tornadoes.
What a bummer! We got through the summer without any nasty weather and NOW we get it.
The temperatures are going to start to cool down too. Highs will be in the 70's through Friday but the weekend will bring highs only in the 50's.
DID YOU KNOW?
Frontier Airlines charges up to $100.00 each way for carry on bags! Give me a break!!!
I HAVE TO DO A LOAD OF LAUNDRY TODAY SO I WAS SURPRISED THAT THE FIRST ARTICLE I READ THIS MORNING WAS ABOUT A FABRIC THAT CLEANS ITSELF!!
Did you see this? In the future, you may never have to do laundry again. The Army has developed a fabric that sheds dirt and nasty stuff like coffee, ketchup, etc. Your clothes always stay clean and THEY NEVER SMELL!
WATCH THIS!
WATCH THIS!
NOW I KNOW, FOR SURE, THAT SUMMER IS GONE AND FALL IS HERE
The surest sign of fall is not the falling leaves or the cooler temperatures. The surest sign of fall is when the church suppers start and there's one tonight in Houston.
It's at the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, in Houston, Minnesota. Meatballs, potatoes and gravy, a salad bar, homegrown squash, corn and pie. Serving starts at 4:00 PM.
It's at the Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, in Houston, Minnesota. Meatballs, potatoes and gravy, a salad bar, homegrown squash, corn and pie. Serving starts at 4:00 PM.
Tuesday, October 01, 2013
THE OCTOBER ISSUE OF NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC IS SPECTACULAR
It's a special photo issue and there are some stunning photos. And, how do they get such good pictures? They take a lot of them! In fact, according to the magazine, they take 1,331 photos for every photo that actually ends up making it into the magazine.
HOW WAS SEPTEMBER WEATHER IN LA CROSSE THIS YEAR? I'D SAY, "PRETTY GOOD"!
21 days, in September, were fair weather days with only 2 cloudy days.
We didn't get a single thunderstorm. There were 4 days of heavy rain and 10 days of light rain with 13 days of fog.
Come to think of it, we didn't have any really bad thunderstorms this summer.
We didn't get a single thunderstorm. There were 4 days of heavy rain and 10 days of light rain with 13 days of fog.
Come to think of it, we didn't have any really bad thunderstorms this summer.
LSE TO DFW NON-STOP
With a grant from the department of transportation, the La Crosse Municipal Airport is working toward non-stop air service from La Crosse to Dallas-Ft. Worth via American Airlines. It could take six-months, or more, to get the route up and running but, if it comes, it could mean big savings in time and money for travelers heading south from La Crosse.
OCTOBER FIRST AND WE'RE WITHOUT A GOVERNMENT
That's, probably, the best news of the day. With that freak show we elected to congress, this country, I'm sure, will run better without a government.
TALK ABOUT CRAZY WEATHER!
Here we are, October first and the high, today, will be around 75 in La Crosse. Meanwhile, by the end of this week Duluth could get its first snowfall of the season! Duluth, normally, doesn't see the first snow until late October. Go figure.
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