Well Wednesday was an outside work day for me and while it was another hot and muggy day I really felt like getting this yard/garden project completed before next week when I want to start back on the pickle ball court. The knee held up good all day as I sawed up the rest of the stacked lumber and moved it next door to my neighbor who has a fire pit and then dug up a huge stump that was basically rotten after being under that stack of lumber for about 10 years. The stump was an old ficus tree about three feet across that had gotten way out of control after reaching up into the power lines years ago and I had cut it down. I removed all of the bricks which I had stored there as well.
Well the day started much the usual with a little after 6 roll out. After my usual morning routines which included a few quiet moments with my Creator, my daily personal growth discipline and then the posting of this ramble I grabbed a MacIntosh apple and headed for the back yard and the gardens. I found a rather large tomato on the ground that was starting to turn ripe and a squirrel must have pulled it from the vine. Those dang pesky critters once again have a field day destroying my garden, but since I was outside all day they stayed away and when I do see them its BB gun time and they scatter up into the big oaks and across the power line and into the neighbors big tree.
The 54 Black Seeded Simpson lettuces I transplanted into pots yesterday looked great and actually a couple had put on a third leaf overnight. I've been keeping them in the shade and up on a work table and I will transplant them into the new area I created yesterday in a week or so. I'm hoping to get a little cooler temps for them to do well. The red lettuce seeds have also come up and I want to move them as well into 9 packs in the next day or so. A squirrel must have fallen into my cucumbers vines while exiting the yard and broke off a major vine with lots of blooms. I do have several nubbins starting to mature, but we will see if they make. The green beans will need picking in another couple days and I will post pics when I do.
Amy and all the kiddos came for lunch along with GG so I ate early as they really fill up the kitchen round table. I headed back outside and finally some shade started to cover the area where I was working so I finished up somewhere around 3'ish. Wow was I whipped and sun burned, but it felt good to not notice any discomfort with the knees. I took the hose and did a wash down and cool off as temps were once again in the middle 80's. Nancy had taken GG with her to Sam's to pick up a bone-in pork roast for our family dinner on New Years Day as we once again expect a large gathering of family to celebrate the new year.
I got a call from sisters Josie and Dee that their dad my Paw Paw had suffered some medical condition over night and they had taken him to the Veterans Hospital in Martinsburg, W.Va. I spoke with him by phone and he seemed to be in good spirits and said he would be staying for a couple days as they run some tests on this anomaly with his left side of his body. Seems he had severe sweating and pain on that one side only and they weren't sure what was the cause. He is 88 years young and seems in good health. Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers.
Well that was about it except to learn our incompetent potus is throwing us to the radicals especially with Iran as he cares only about his legacy and he in my opinion has a great one for being the worse potus ever in the history of our country and on top of that I think he should be tried for treason and violating our constitution. Why are those who subscribe to this man's treachery not fearful for what is happening to our nation? I just don't understand how we have let him and his cohorts get so much control in the government and the circumventing of our laws that he doesn't like. He and Hillary are the biggest reasons we are in the mess we are in with the Islamist and their radical theocracy. Both of them are such big liars that we have just let them go on and on with their agenda to destroy us from within and now with obvious distain in any attempt to keep us safe from outside our borders. We have given in to Iran who are so bold to chant"death to America" and now we will let them have billions of dollars to spread more terrorists to our shores and develop a nuclear bomb. What has happened to common sense??
We had better get rid of these who have no agenda but to fill their purses with wealth and power and face the consequences of electing dishonorable people to lead us in this government and change that before its too late. I absolutely think that is why Trump is doing so well in the polls and the established leaders in the government are absolutely scared to death that he will clean house of the ineptness of our leaders. While I wouldn't necessarily subscribe to him as our potus I love his message and his boldness to want America to be great again in so many ways and maybe he can give us some brash leadership to clean house and put us back on course to be a beacon of hope for the rest of the world and to make us strong. Teddy Roosevelt in my opinion had it right when he said to "walk tall and carry a big stick". Strength in our military is the only thing these terrorists who want to destroy us understand. You can not reason with unreasonable people and believe me after traveling the world over I know there is no place like America. I just don't understand why our potus doesn't understand that. Really his idea is to make America pay for what his muslim father instilled in him along with his radical mentors and that was America was exploiting other nations during the colonization era and that now we should pay for it. It's straight out of his book and whether you believe he loves our nation just look at how he is destroying the country within and now catering to those who want destroy our way of life, WAKE UP AMERICA, LATER
Thursday, December 31, 2015
Wednesday, December 30, 2015
Wednesday Morning
Well Tuesday was another hot and muggy day with a rather strong breeze from the southeast. Of course that kept the humid conditions ever present. I was able to work outside until lunch time but after that it was inside in the a/c and reading after Amy, Sam, Eliza Faye and GG left for the day.
The morning started much the usual with a little later roll out for me somewhere around 6:30 for a change. I did my morning routines of a few quiet moments, daily disciplines and then the posting of this ramble with a hot cup of green tea laced with some turmeric for the joints. The knees are almost back to normal but I'm almost reluctant to head back to the pickle ball courts for fear of re-injuring them. I set a target date of the 4th to give the game another shot but then I'm going to limit myself to a couple days a week and just an hour or so at a time instead of the daily 2 hour workout. I 'm thinking it's time to act with some regard to wearing out these knee joints as I would rather be able to walk pain free than run around on the court, oh well such are decisions that come with maturing or getting old.
I transplanted 54 lettuce seedlings into 9 pack containers and still have some red lettuce seedlings to move up into 9 packs as well. I'm hoping we get a little cooler temps after the first of the years as the lettuce doesn't do well in this high heat. I did manage to harvest some romaine lettuce, kale and beet greens to add to some store bought lettuces. The green beans are so loaded with little beans I will be giving away lots of them in a few days. The bushes are so big and healthy. I've found a few large green tomato worms the past couple days; they of course found the underside of my shoe. The collards are ready for picking and I'm making a pot to accompany our black eyed peas, pork roast and sauerkraut we always fix on New Years Day. Bobby, Katie and their kiddos will be here to eat with us. The Ross kiddos are thrilled about that as are we along with GG and Betsy. Should be another delicious supper with family and some college football.
Well Nancy made a pot of tortilla soup for supper and that was very tasty. After the cleanup we settled into the Fox cable news channel until it was time to head for the showers. I tuned into the Moonshiners show while Nancy watched her Fixer Upper show and by 10'ish I was ready for some horizontal lab, LATER
The morning started much the usual with a little later roll out for me somewhere around 6:30 for a change. I did my morning routines of a few quiet moments, daily disciplines and then the posting of this ramble with a hot cup of green tea laced with some turmeric for the joints. The knees are almost back to normal but I'm almost reluctant to head back to the pickle ball courts for fear of re-injuring them. I set a target date of the 4th to give the game another shot but then I'm going to limit myself to a couple days a week and just an hour or so at a time instead of the daily 2 hour workout. I 'm thinking it's time to act with some regard to wearing out these knee joints as I would rather be able to walk pain free than run around on the court, oh well such are decisions that come with maturing or getting old.
I transplanted 54 lettuce seedlings into 9 pack containers and still have some red lettuce seedlings to move up into 9 packs as well. I'm hoping we get a little cooler temps after the first of the years as the lettuce doesn't do well in this high heat. I did manage to harvest some romaine lettuce, kale and beet greens to add to some store bought lettuces. The green beans are so loaded with little beans I will be giving away lots of them in a few days. The bushes are so big and healthy. I've found a few large green tomato worms the past couple days; they of course found the underside of my shoe. The collards are ready for picking and I'm making a pot to accompany our black eyed peas, pork roast and sauerkraut we always fix on New Years Day. Bobby, Katie and their kiddos will be here to eat with us. The Ross kiddos are thrilled about that as are we along with GG and Betsy. Should be another delicious supper with family and some college football.
Well Nancy made a pot of tortilla soup for supper and that was very tasty. After the cleanup we settled into the Fox cable news channel until it was time to head for the showers. I tuned into the Moonshiners show while Nancy watched her Fixer Upper show and by 10'ish I was ready for some horizontal lab, LATER
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Tuesday Morning
Well Monday was another hot and muggy day here in central Florida. We stayed around the home front for most of the day except for a trip to Staples and the vegetable stand for some avocados, tomatoes and sweet onions. We had the three Ross grand kiddos from 10'ish until about 2 when they headed for home. I decided after they left to work on expanding the garden in the back yard which meant I had a stack of old fencing to get rid of. My neighbor has a fire pit and she was excited to get the lumber which I sawed up into 2 foot lengths and delivered to her back yard. I still have about half of it to saw up today.
The day started out much the usual with my routines of a few quiet moments and my daily disciplines for personal growth and then the posting of this ramble before heading out to check on the gardens. Wow was it ever dry so I drug out the hose and gave it a good watering by hand . We really need rain bad and if we don't get some this week I will have to set the sprinkler in the front yard. I have some marigolds to set out but with it being so dry I would have to carry water daily. The wind has been rather strong and that causes even more drying of the grasses.
We had a good time with the kiddos and they all stayed and had lunch with us as well as did GG. Amy takes her grocery shopping on Monday while we watch the kiddos. That sure makes a difference when trying to shop with them in tow. Eliza is a mess when she goes to the store as she never wants to stay in the buggy. She is a pistol when it comes to getting her way but oh so cute.
After they left for the day I headed out to the back yard which was now in the shade and not nearly as hot. I sawed up three wheelbarrow loads of the fencing and hauled them next door. I probably have at least 3-4 more loads before that stack is gone. I use to make furniture from the fencing but I no longer have any use for it, so it has become eye sore plus it takes up about 6 feet of garden space. I have a bunch of bricks and stones too move as well as a large stump to get rid before I can workup the ground for extra garden space. Since I haven't been back to the gym since Thanksgiving I do need to do some physical work but it's been so dang hot its hard to do anything outside until late evening and then it gets dark so early. We are forecasted for some 60's towards the first of the new year and even a 30% chance of some rain. I have been catching up on my reading but I'm ready for some hard physical exercise, LATER
The day started out much the usual with my routines of a few quiet moments and my daily disciplines for personal growth and then the posting of this ramble before heading out to check on the gardens. Wow was it ever dry so I drug out the hose and gave it a good watering by hand . We really need rain bad and if we don't get some this week I will have to set the sprinkler in the front yard. I have some marigolds to set out but with it being so dry I would have to carry water daily. The wind has been rather strong and that causes even more drying of the grasses.
We had a good time with the kiddos and they all stayed and had lunch with us as well as did GG. Amy takes her grocery shopping on Monday while we watch the kiddos. That sure makes a difference when trying to shop with them in tow. Eliza is a mess when she goes to the store as she never wants to stay in the buggy. She is a pistol when it comes to getting her way but oh so cute.
After they left for the day I headed out to the back yard which was now in the shade and not nearly as hot. I sawed up three wheelbarrow loads of the fencing and hauled them next door. I probably have at least 3-4 more loads before that stack is gone. I use to make furniture from the fencing but I no longer have any use for it, so it has become eye sore plus it takes up about 6 feet of garden space. I have a bunch of bricks and stones too move as well as a large stump to get rid before I can workup the ground for extra garden space. Since I haven't been back to the gym since Thanksgiving I do need to do some physical work but it's been so dang hot its hard to do anything outside until late evening and then it gets dark so early. We are forecasted for some 60's towards the first of the new year and even a 30% chance of some rain. I have been catching up on my reading but I'm ready for some hard physical exercise, LATER
Monday, December 28, 2015
Monday Morning last one in 2015
Well Sunday was a good day of worship at a mega church in Indian Rocks. For the first time since we have visited there I haven't run into anyone I knew as we went to the later service at 10:45. I think if we continue to worship with them it will be the earlier service at 9 but on the way there we noticed some signs for a new church plant at St.Pete college which is just across the road from our house; so we will try that next Sunday and see if it's to our liking. It's difficult to find a new church and now I must share that Bobby has left First Baptist of Riverview as the elder board decided they wanted a choir director instead of a worship leader so they had the pastor let Bobby go after 6 months. Needless to say several younger families were quite disappointed as was the pastor with that decision when it was announced that yesterday was his last Sunday. Oh well!!!
The morning was much the usual after a nearly 7'ish roll out, yikes I can't believe the internal alarm is on a hiatus. It feels good for a change to sleep in. We did our usual morning routines then got ready to head out around 10:30, picking up Dan and Carol on the way as we are still looking for a church to call home. Element Church is just too far away to get involved so we together are looking to see where we can get involved into some local ministry. IRC has all kinds of programs and ministries but there are a few hoops you have to jump through which is understandable to be involved, oh well!
We heard a good message and are looking forward to some sermons on "political correctness" the second week in January. Finally some one from the pulpit is going to address this destructive phenomenon that has infiltrated our culture and I'm excited to hear what the pastor has to say. We made plans after the service to meet up with Bobby and Katie in St.Pete for lunch at Carmelita's along with Dan and Carol. We drove separately to the restaurant as we both had some shopping to do at different stores. Bobby was running later than expected but we had a good meal of enchiladas, salsa and chips and it was after 3'ish before we finally left the eatery. They were meeting up with our neighbors the Perry's and the Anderson for a boat ride on the intercostal waterway and it was after 9 before they got back to the house to pick up their truck and then they had to drive to Brandon Seems they are taking the Annsley and Gabe on an over night camping trip today.
Well the Bucs stunk up the field once again to the bears and the Panthers had a let down as well as the lowly Falcons, whom the Bucs beat won over the Panthers. I guess the saying is true "on any given day you will find your match", oh well. The Bucs go to N.C. next Sunday and that will be ugly for the Bucs I'm sure. The Cardinals slaughtered the Packers which was unbelievable as well. We spent the rest of the evening flipping between the Alaskan shows and the late football game. Wow was it ever cold in Minnesota. We could use a little of those colder temps but not that cold, Yikes 13 degrees and playing football, oh well, LATER
The morning was much the usual after a nearly 7'ish roll out, yikes I can't believe the internal alarm is on a hiatus. It feels good for a change to sleep in. We did our usual morning routines then got ready to head out around 10:30, picking up Dan and Carol on the way as we are still looking for a church to call home. Element Church is just too far away to get involved so we together are looking to see where we can get involved into some local ministry. IRC has all kinds of programs and ministries but there are a few hoops you have to jump through which is understandable to be involved, oh well!
We heard a good message and are looking forward to some sermons on "political correctness" the second week in January. Finally some one from the pulpit is going to address this destructive phenomenon that has infiltrated our culture and I'm excited to hear what the pastor has to say. We made plans after the service to meet up with Bobby and Katie in St.Pete for lunch at Carmelita's along with Dan and Carol. We drove separately to the restaurant as we both had some shopping to do at different stores. Bobby was running later than expected but we had a good meal of enchiladas, salsa and chips and it was after 3'ish before we finally left the eatery. They were meeting up with our neighbors the Perry's and the Anderson for a boat ride on the intercostal waterway and it was after 9 before they got back to the house to pick up their truck and then they had to drive to Brandon Seems they are taking the Annsley and Gabe on an over night camping trip today.
Well the Bucs stunk up the field once again to the bears and the Panthers had a let down as well as the lowly Falcons, whom the Bucs beat won over the Panthers. I guess the saying is true "on any given day you will find your match", oh well. The Bucs go to N.C. next Sunday and that will be ugly for the Bucs I'm sure. The Cardinals slaughtered the Packers which was unbelievable as well. We spent the rest of the evening flipping between the Alaskan shows and the late football game. Wow was it ever cold in Minnesota. We could use a little of those colder temps but not that cold, Yikes 13 degrees and playing football, oh well, LATER
Sunday, December 27, 2015
Sunday Morning --last Sunday in 2015
Well Saturday was a more more subdued day with just the two of us and while we love company and family visiting it was nice and relaxing for a change. We did take down and store all of the Christmas decorations as the real tree was very dry and really dropping its needles. We did hang a couple of pictures and I did ride my bike to the library after lunch. The heat wave is still upon us but the humidity level may have dropped just a little as I didn't work up a sweat on the bike ride in the 80 plus temps. What a difference from the west coast as Lake Tahoe had 2 feet of much needed snow and the southern states are getting rains that are causing floods. I spoke with Paw Paw in Winchester, Va. and he said its cool there with constant rain.
I started the day with a sleep in until 7'ish wow did that feel good for a change. After my usual morning routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator and my daily discipline on personal growth I posted this ramble before heading outside to hand water the gardens and feed some of my new seedlings. The squirrels are hard on them and now I think I may have to use some Sevin dust on the lettuces as something is stripping the leaves at night. I have a feeling its the snails or slugs that are back and having night time snacks. We decided after lunch to take down all the Christmas decorations and store them in the attic. That kept us busy for the rest of the day and evening. We finished up the left overs for lunch and supper and still have some for today.
I tuned into the college football bowl games and saw a real barn burner between Indiana and Duke and then a another game between Washington and Miami in a snow storm in Texas. Those were some of the biggest snow flakes ever and the Hurricanes lost in a good game. I then watched the Lightning win big at home against Columbus 5-2 and then it was time for a shower and some horizontal lab.
Don't forget today is worship day to our Creator. So find a church and take an hour or so and give thanks and some of our blessings back to support this huge part of our culture. We are about to lose this in America because we haven't been faithful and now we are letting this strain of radical Islam into the very fabric of our society which is frightening. Our principles in the Judeo-Christian philosophy is about loving each other and its a choice whereas its just the opposite with Islam. If you don't agree with them then your ripe for being slaughtered and their teaching are just the opposite of love. Believe me when I say its insidious within the confines of our nation and growing stronger daily because we have failed leadership in this government that allows or supports this religion and not Christianity, LATER
I started the day with a sleep in until 7'ish wow did that feel good for a change. After my usual morning routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator and my daily discipline on personal growth I posted this ramble before heading outside to hand water the gardens and feed some of my new seedlings. The squirrels are hard on them and now I think I may have to use some Sevin dust on the lettuces as something is stripping the leaves at night. I have a feeling its the snails or slugs that are back and having night time snacks. We decided after lunch to take down all the Christmas decorations and store them in the attic. That kept us busy for the rest of the day and evening. We finished up the left overs for lunch and supper and still have some for today.
I tuned into the college football bowl games and saw a real barn burner between Indiana and Duke and then a another game between Washington and Miami in a snow storm in Texas. Those were some of the biggest snow flakes ever and the Hurricanes lost in a good game. I then watched the Lightning win big at home against Columbus 5-2 and then it was time for a shower and some horizontal lab.
Don't forget today is worship day to our Creator. So find a church and take an hour or so and give thanks and some of our blessings back to support this huge part of our culture. We are about to lose this in America because we haven't been faithful and now we are letting this strain of radical Islam into the very fabric of our society which is frightening. Our principles in the Judeo-Christian philosophy is about loving each other and its a choice whereas its just the opposite with Islam. If you don't agree with them then your ripe for being slaughtered and their teaching are just the opposite of love. Believe me when I say its insidious within the confines of our nation and growing stronger daily because we have failed leadership in this government that allows or supports this religion and not Christianity, LATER
Saturday, December 26, 2015
Saturday Morning -last Saturday of 2015
Well it has been a busy fun filled 2 days of family, extended family, and gastronomic delights. Wow was I ever whipped last night after everyone left sometime around 9' ish. The grand kiddos were buzzing around with their new toys right up until they left for home. I sure wish I could conjure up some of that energy, anyhow it was wonderful with everyone being here to celebrate this time of the year and with our visit to celebrate with our extended family.
The morning started with us abbreviating our usual morning routines as we were having our Christmas morning breakfast with family, friends and neighbors. There was lots to do before folks starting to arrive between 9 and 10 when we had planned to eat. Bobby came early with the breakfast egg casserole which was delicious and plentiful. (actually I think there maybe enough leftover for breakfast this morning along with a couple biscuits) Nancy has a double batch of hash browns in the skillet and then Amy brought a huge blueberry pastry and Carol Botbyl brought her famous cheese blintz's and GG had a huge bowl of fresh fruit salad. Wow did we ever put on the feedbag(horse term) for the next hour or so. Patrick came by without Kathryn and took her a plate and even Andy Botbyl came by unexpectantly to see Bobby and chowed down as well. It was going on twelve before all but Bobby and Amy and their kiddos and GG and Katie left so we could open gifts.
Well the kiddos were so filled with anticipation of what was hidden by all the wrapping papers we could barely contain them with wrapping paper and bows flying through the air. They soon realized what one would open the other would be getting the same gift from us. We just ordered double of whatever we had planned for the older kids except for Eliza Faye. They all loved the toys especially the fart gun which I knew would be a big hit with boys. It looked like a gun from the Star Wars movie and they were at times rather obnoxious with it, so we had to restrain the use but all in fun.
Most of the gifts I was blessed with were ones I could use especially with the grill and it needed some new parts and then gift cards from the ProBass Shop. Nancy got a beautiful meat platter of which we served our delicious and perfectly roasted sirloin roast on later in the evening. We had smashed taters and an awesome gravy along with fresh green beans and carrots and a fresh garden salad and a little vino to get the juices flowing. There was plenty of dips and salsa as well to munch on before we ate sometime around 6'ish. I was still full from the morning breakfast feast.
Bobby, Katie and the kiddos did not make it for the evening meal as Annsley and Gabe went with their mother and her family. Bobby and Katie had an evening meal with Katie's family so we all got to share in their company. The kiddos had a grand time and everyone left with much bounty and full tummy's. Betsy(Nancy's sister), Gus and Garrett came for the evening meal and we sent a plate home for Braden as he was working late. We still have enough beef roast for another meal after sending some home for everyone. Nancy's chocolate mouse tarts and apple pie were the desserts and I tasted neither of the two, wow what will power that took. I need to cut back on all eats as I've been doing no real physical activity or workouts for the past couple weeks due to the knee injuries, oh well!
Well it didn't take long to put the house back in order after everyone left and then I hit the shower and was soon experiencing some horizontal lab by 10:30 ish. I almost forgot to mention we dined on our wedding china which was a big hit especially for Ava. I'm sure someday she will do the same after we are gone and Amy gets the china and will someday pass it down to her. Such memories are made for these youngsters. I still remember eating on china at my grandma's house when I was but her age and now I have that china. It is to delicate to use and will be passed on as well but our china we use once a year on this special Christmas occasion, LATER
The morning started with us abbreviating our usual morning routines as we were having our Christmas morning breakfast with family, friends and neighbors. There was lots to do before folks starting to arrive between 9 and 10 when we had planned to eat. Bobby came early with the breakfast egg casserole which was delicious and plentiful. (actually I think there maybe enough leftover for breakfast this morning along with a couple biscuits) Nancy has a double batch of hash browns in the skillet and then Amy brought a huge blueberry pastry and Carol Botbyl brought her famous cheese blintz's and GG had a huge bowl of fresh fruit salad. Wow did we ever put on the feedbag(horse term) for the next hour or so. Patrick came by without Kathryn and took her a plate and even Andy Botbyl came by unexpectantly to see Bobby and chowed down as well. It was going on twelve before all but Bobby and Amy and their kiddos and GG and Katie left so we could open gifts.
Well the kiddos were so filled with anticipation of what was hidden by all the wrapping papers we could barely contain them with wrapping paper and bows flying through the air. They soon realized what one would open the other would be getting the same gift from us. We just ordered double of whatever we had planned for the older kids except for Eliza Faye. They all loved the toys especially the fart gun which I knew would be a big hit with boys. It looked like a gun from the Star Wars movie and they were at times rather obnoxious with it, so we had to restrain the use but all in fun.
Most of the gifts I was blessed with were ones I could use especially with the grill and it needed some new parts and then gift cards from the ProBass Shop. Nancy got a beautiful meat platter of which we served our delicious and perfectly roasted sirloin roast on later in the evening. We had smashed taters and an awesome gravy along with fresh green beans and carrots and a fresh garden salad and a little vino to get the juices flowing. There was plenty of dips and salsa as well to munch on before we ate sometime around 6'ish. I was still full from the morning breakfast feast.
Bobby, Katie and the kiddos did not make it for the evening meal as Annsley and Gabe went with their mother and her family. Bobby and Katie had an evening meal with Katie's family so we all got to share in their company. The kiddos had a grand time and everyone left with much bounty and full tummy's. Betsy(Nancy's sister), Gus and Garrett came for the evening meal and we sent a plate home for Braden as he was working late. We still have enough beef roast for another meal after sending some home for everyone. Nancy's chocolate mouse tarts and apple pie were the desserts and I tasted neither of the two, wow what will power that took. I need to cut back on all eats as I've been doing no real physical activity or workouts for the past couple weeks due to the knee injuries, oh well!
Well it didn't take long to put the house back in order after everyone left and then I hit the shower and was soon experiencing some horizontal lab by 10:30 ish. I almost forgot to mention we dined on our wedding china which was a big hit especially for Ava. I'm sure someday she will do the same after we are gone and Amy gets the china and will someday pass it down to her. Such memories are made for these youngsters. I still remember eating on china at my grandma's house when I was but her age and now I have that china. It is to delicate to use and will be passed on as well but our china we use once a year on this special Christmas occasion, LATER
Friday, December 25, 2015
Christmas Day 2015
Well I must say Friday was very exciting and emotional at times and way too much delicious food; some was old home recipes prepared in the Southern tradition and some much more yuppy style with finger style foods but both were very tasty and wonderful to the palette. We spent most of the day away from Seminole and in the Valrico/Brandon area which are both suburbs of the much larger city of Tampa. We were guests of the Miller Family who are the maternal grand parents of our new soon to be daughter in law Katie.(more details later in this ramble) We had a sumptuous buffet style meal that featured family recipes dishes that have been handed down through many generations and with southern flavor at noon and then we attended a very nice Christmas Eve service in Riverview where Bobby led the service that started at 5 o'clock. Afterwards we headed back to Seminole where we entertained our daughter Amy's family and their next door neighbors as well as GG and then the Tracy's stopped by later in the evening for a few.
The day started with my usual 6'ish roll out and after my routines we did a few housekeeping measures as we knew it would be late getting back home later in the evening and we were expecting a house full of family and friends. I vacuumed again and Nancy made ready all that goes into getting ready for company. We headed out around 10:30 for the east side of Tampa using the crosstown toll road for as much as possible. The roads were just full both of vehicles at that time of the day and then again when we headed back later around 6:30. We were meeting at the grandparents of Katie and all of the family on her moms side. The day featured the engagement of Katie and Bobby with her family and us present as well as Annsley and Gabe. The moment was solemn and joyous as well as we now have a whole new family to love. We are so happy for the both of them and she is an extra ordinary person to help raise two step children and from what we have seen they both adore Katie. We are so pleased Bobby will have a helpmate who loves and honors him and his kiddos. Her family seems to be very enthralled with her decision as well as she accepted his proposal with an April wedding planned.
The Miller House is on a very desirable piece of land nestled among old Oaks. The house is very large and decorated to the nines and while they are up in years they seem to be very interested in our family history. We met Don Korte who is the paternal grand father and who presented the engagement ring that was his wife's(who is deceased) ring for Katie. She and Katie were very close before her passing. All of Katie's parents, brother and sisters were present as well as their kiddos and uncles and aunts. This is a very close knit family and we were made to feel very much a part of the family. We were honored throughout the get together to be an integral part of these who are now our family as well. Our friends Patrick and Katherine are also very close with Katie's parents as they were neighbors for years in the Brandon Area; such a small world and we truly feel blessed to have such greats friends and now a new family that will be so supportive for Bobby and our grand kiddos.
Well we attended the candle light service at FB Riverview and the shortly thereafter headed out for Seminole. It was after 7 before we got back and then got ready for the Ross Family and our three grand kiddos who were wired waiting for today. We had tons of soup, sandwiches, dips, salsa and chips and then the Tracy's showed up a couple hours later with more dips. They were at their daughters boyfriend house with his parents so there maybe some love in the air between those two as well. Well It was going on 10'ish when everyone started saying their good-byes and then we put the house in order for today's get together as well that starts with a huge breakfast at 10'ish. Bobby, Katie and the kiddos will come from Brandon, the Botbyl's and Tracy's withh attend along with the Roos Family and GG. We will once again have a house full with some fine eatin' as well.
The weather here is as if you were in the Caribbean with temps in the 80's and the humidity that high as well. We are sorrowful for those in the nation who had some extreme weather in the South that caused loss of life and damaged their Christmas spirits. We are happy to hear our brother in law Keith is rehabbing from his open heart surgery. We wish all the best to those who are on the front lines wearing both military and police uniforms who help keep us safe from the radical terrorist that are ever present. May GOD continue to bless our nation and those who honor and revere Him, LATER
Here are a few pics from yesterday's occasions.
The day started with my usual 6'ish roll out and after my routines we did a few housekeeping measures as we knew it would be late getting back home later in the evening and we were expecting a house full of family and friends. I vacuumed again and Nancy made ready all that goes into getting ready for company. We headed out around 10:30 for the east side of Tampa using the crosstown toll road for as much as possible. The roads were just full both of vehicles at that time of the day and then again when we headed back later around 6:30. We were meeting at the grandparents of Katie and all of the family on her moms side. The day featured the engagement of Katie and Bobby with her family and us present as well as Annsley and Gabe. The moment was solemn and joyous as well as we now have a whole new family to love. We are so happy for the both of them and she is an extra ordinary person to help raise two step children and from what we have seen they both adore Katie. We are so pleased Bobby will have a helpmate who loves and honors him and his kiddos. Her family seems to be very enthralled with her decision as well as she accepted his proposal with an April wedding planned.
The Miller House is on a very desirable piece of land nestled among old Oaks. The house is very large and decorated to the nines and while they are up in years they seem to be very interested in our family history. We met Don Korte who is the paternal grand father and who presented the engagement ring that was his wife's(who is deceased) ring for Katie. She and Katie were very close before her passing. All of Katie's parents, brother and sisters were present as well as their kiddos and uncles and aunts. This is a very close knit family and we were made to feel very much a part of the family. We were honored throughout the get together to be an integral part of these who are now our family as well. Our friends Patrick and Katherine are also very close with Katie's parents as they were neighbors for years in the Brandon Area; such a small world and we truly feel blessed to have such greats friends and now a new family that will be so supportive for Bobby and our grand kiddos.
Well we attended the candle light service at FB Riverview and the shortly thereafter headed out for Seminole. It was after 7 before we got back and then got ready for the Ross Family and our three grand kiddos who were wired waiting for today. We had tons of soup, sandwiches, dips, salsa and chips and then the Tracy's showed up a couple hours later with more dips. They were at their daughters boyfriend house with his parents so there maybe some love in the air between those two as well. Well It was going on 10'ish when everyone started saying their good-byes and then we put the house in order for today's get together as well that starts with a huge breakfast at 10'ish. Bobby, Katie and the kiddos will come from Brandon, the Botbyl's and Tracy's withh attend along with the Roos Family and GG. We will once again have a house full with some fine eatin' as well.
The weather here is as if you were in the Caribbean with temps in the 80's and the humidity that high as well. We are sorrowful for those in the nation who had some extreme weather in the South that caused loss of life and damaged their Christmas spirits. We are happy to hear our brother in law Keith is rehabbing from his open heart surgery. We wish all the best to those who are on the front lines wearing both military and police uniforms who help keep us safe from the radical terrorist that are ever present. May GOD continue to bless our nation and those who honor and revere Him, LATER
Here are a few pics from yesterday's occasions.
Thursday, December 24, 2015
Thursday Morning- Christmas Eve
Well Wednesday was another hot and muggy day here on the Suncoast of Florida as temps once again reached the middle 80's with tons of humidity. It sure looked like it could rain for most of the day but nary a drop fell on us. I helped to entertain the three Ross grand kiddos as they came for lunch and then stayed a couple hours playing with the neighborhood boy, Phoenix. I did get in a bike ride to the library but other than that I never left the homestead.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. Nancy took advantage of the morning and slept in until nearly 8. I did my usual routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator, a daily discipline chapter for personal growth and then the posting of this ramble after a cup of hot green tea laced
with some added turmeric herb. I sure hope this turmeric is the reason my knees are doing better but I believe its because I've backed off on the daily pickle ball action which I will test again possibly as soon as next week. Oh well!!
I headed out to the garden with an apple for my breakfast and hand watered everything as well as gave the new onion seedling a little garden magic and Miracle grow. Onions are big eaters and love lots of fertilizer. The garden is looking great and we will have fresh green beans next week for sure as the new little beans are in abundance as well as we will have fresh collards to eat, Yeow they are definitely one of my favorite leafy green veggies which are packed with cancer fighting nutrients. The kale is almost big enough to pick as well and the cukes are starting to show some growth as well. I've been picking lots of the fresh herbs and I loaded our Salmon fillets I grilled last night for supper with fresh dill. I even added some fresh thyme to our Jasmine rice which accompanied the fish.
Well after the kiddos left for the day we did some house cleaning and made some preparations for tonights Christmas Eve get together with family and friends who will meet here for soups, sandwiches and finger foods some time around 7'ish when we get back from Riverview. Today we travel over to Brandon to have lunch with Katie's family and we are in for a major announcement at this event. I'm so thrilled for Bobby and this relationship which we hope will be great for both of them and his two kiddos., LATER Here are some chocolate mouse tarts Nancy made for today's luncheon!!!
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. Nancy took advantage of the morning and slept in until nearly 8. I did my usual routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator, a daily discipline chapter for personal growth and then the posting of this ramble after a cup of hot green tea laced
with some added turmeric herb. I sure hope this turmeric is the reason my knees are doing better but I believe its because I've backed off on the daily pickle ball action which I will test again possibly as soon as next week. Oh well!!
I headed out to the garden with an apple for my breakfast and hand watered everything as well as gave the new onion seedling a little garden magic and Miracle grow. Onions are big eaters and love lots of fertilizer. The garden is looking great and we will have fresh green beans next week for sure as the new little beans are in abundance as well as we will have fresh collards to eat, Yeow they are definitely one of my favorite leafy green veggies which are packed with cancer fighting nutrients. The kale is almost big enough to pick as well and the cukes are starting to show some growth as well. I've been picking lots of the fresh herbs and I loaded our Salmon fillets I grilled last night for supper with fresh dill. I even added some fresh thyme to our Jasmine rice which accompanied the fish.
Well after the kiddos left for the day we did some house cleaning and made some preparations for tonights Christmas Eve get together with family and friends who will meet here for soups, sandwiches and finger foods some time around 7'ish when we get back from Riverview. Today we travel over to Brandon to have lunch with Katie's family and we are in for a major announcement at this event. I'm so thrilled for Bobby and this relationship which we hope will be great for both of them and his two kiddos., LATER Here are some chocolate mouse tarts Nancy made for today's luncheon!!!
Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Wednesday Morning 23rd of December
Well I must say I'm missing a little of those cooler days we had at the cabin as the temps here once again reached the middle 80's and the humidity has returned as well. Yuck, I'm getting antsy about those cool days we had last November in the mountains but I understand they are having spring like temps there as well. There is nothing like cool temps for Christmas.
The day started with a little after 6 for a change for me and Nancy really slept in until nearly 8, wow what a change for us. I did my usual morning routines of a few quiet moments and now the daily discipline of personal growth along with the posting of this ramble before catching up on the social media and e-mails. I had my usual apple for breakfast before heading out to check on the gardens and give it a drink by hand watering. The garden is flourishing with the green beans starting to form along with a couple cucumber nubbins and a couple green peppers the size of golf balls. Now these green pepper plants are the ones that produced all summer in the mountains and I dug them up and transplanted here in this garden. I did the same with the jalapeno plant but while its still living, it hasn't bloomed so yesterday while I was at Home Depot I bought a couple jalapeños that were blooming and set them out. I also bought a bunch of onion seedlings that will make sweet onions and got them in the ground as well. One year I raised beautiful onions with large heads from these seedlings.
Nancy, Amy and GG all took off to do some last minute shopping at the Christian book store and then a stop at Sam's Club to gas up and purchased a sirloin roast for the Christmas supper. I watched all three of the Ross grand kiddos and they were little angels. We watched a movie titled HOME which is about these little alien creatures who come to America. It was in cartoon form. I mostly read while the kids were glued to the tube. We had a lunch of deli meat sandwiches and I made a guacamole as well. I took GG home with a Publix stop for her on the way and delivered the roast to her fridge as she has plenty of room until we roast it on Friday. I stopped at Home Depot for the plants and some new lettuce seeds.
I worked in the garden transplanting the seedlings and sowing more seeds for the next hour or so and worked up a sweat. It's December the start of winter and I'm sweating outside, oh well!!!Nancy was once again in the kitchen baking chocolate mouse tarts to take with us to Katie's grand parents luncheon on Christmas Eve. We are looking forward to meeting her family on this special day. Well that was about it for this day as we finished up leftovers for supper and then settled into the Fox News channel and I eventually headed into the bedroom to watch the Lightning lose in a game in which they had 10 power plays and could not score against a team that had lost the last 5 games in a row, yikes were they ever flat, LATER
The day started with a little after 6 for a change for me and Nancy really slept in until nearly 8, wow what a change for us. I did my usual morning routines of a few quiet moments and now the daily discipline of personal growth along with the posting of this ramble before catching up on the social media and e-mails. I had my usual apple for breakfast before heading out to check on the gardens and give it a drink by hand watering. The garden is flourishing with the green beans starting to form along with a couple cucumber nubbins and a couple green peppers the size of golf balls. Now these green pepper plants are the ones that produced all summer in the mountains and I dug them up and transplanted here in this garden. I did the same with the jalapeno plant but while its still living, it hasn't bloomed so yesterday while I was at Home Depot I bought a couple jalapeños that were blooming and set them out. I also bought a bunch of onion seedlings that will make sweet onions and got them in the ground as well. One year I raised beautiful onions with large heads from these seedlings.
Nancy, Amy and GG all took off to do some last minute shopping at the Christian book store and then a stop at Sam's Club to gas up and purchased a sirloin roast for the Christmas supper. I watched all three of the Ross grand kiddos and they were little angels. We watched a movie titled HOME which is about these little alien creatures who come to America. It was in cartoon form. I mostly read while the kids were glued to the tube. We had a lunch of deli meat sandwiches and I made a guacamole as well. I took GG home with a Publix stop for her on the way and delivered the roast to her fridge as she has plenty of room until we roast it on Friday. I stopped at Home Depot for the plants and some new lettuce seeds.
I worked in the garden transplanting the seedlings and sowing more seeds for the next hour or so and worked up a sweat. It's December the start of winter and I'm sweating outside, oh well!!!Nancy was once again in the kitchen baking chocolate mouse tarts to take with us to Katie's grand parents luncheon on Christmas Eve. We are looking forward to meeting her family on this special day. Well that was about it for this day as we finished up leftovers for supper and then settled into the Fox News channel and I eventually headed into the bedroom to watch the Lightning lose in a game in which they had 10 power plays and could not score against a team that had lost the last 5 games in a row, yikes were they ever flat, LATER
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Tuesday Morning
Well Monday was rather nice outside to start the day but by late afternoon the a/c had to once again be turned on for the shortest day of the year; the winter equinox. The Ross grand kiddos are out of school so we saw them for most of the morning and for lunch and then Eliza Faye came back around 5 and spent the evening with us until sometime after 9 as the rest of the family went out to eat and then to the new Star Wars movie. We had such a fun time with Eliza and she is just so smart and alert with all that's going on.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me and then my usual morning routines; a cup of hot green tea with turmeric, my quiet moments and now I've added a daily discipline of 90 days of personal growth by Skip Ross and then the posting of this ramble. I had an apple for breakfast before heading out to hand water the gardens and piddle around outside. I still haven't gone back to pickle ball as I'm giving these knees a good rest plus I don't want to be hobbled for Christmas. I hung a load of laundry while Nancy took off on a morning hike through the hood for about 40 minutes.
The Ross kiddos arrived around 10'ish and then they played outside with the neighbor boy Phoenix who is Ava's age. They spent an hour outside before he left and then they settled into the IPAD. Amy brought GG and we all had lunch together after they got back from the grocery store. The Ross clan took off for home and Nancy took GG shopping. We will have lots of folks here on Christmas eve, the next morning for breakfast and then later Christmas evening for supper. It is no wonder I can't lose any of this spare tire, oh well!
I spent the afternoon reading and catching up on some chores until it was time for Eliza to arrive. We had left overs from the night before and she ate a whole Italian sausage as well as some angel hair pasta plus a couple ginger bread cookies. She really enjoyed her supper. After the clean up we played and she and Nancy became best pals once again as she never left her lap. She was so funny and when her parents arrived she wanted to stay with "gamma" and pitched a hissy about having to go home. Well that was about it for the day except I did get to the bank and then had my ears lowered at the barber shop about mid morning, LATER
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me and then my usual morning routines; a cup of hot green tea with turmeric, my quiet moments and now I've added a daily discipline of 90 days of personal growth by Skip Ross and then the posting of this ramble. I had an apple for breakfast before heading out to hand water the gardens and piddle around outside. I still haven't gone back to pickle ball as I'm giving these knees a good rest plus I don't want to be hobbled for Christmas. I hung a load of laundry while Nancy took off on a morning hike through the hood for about 40 minutes.
The Ross kiddos arrived around 10'ish and then they played outside with the neighbor boy Phoenix who is Ava's age. They spent an hour outside before he left and then they settled into the IPAD. Amy brought GG and we all had lunch together after they got back from the grocery store. The Ross clan took off for home and Nancy took GG shopping. We will have lots of folks here on Christmas eve, the next morning for breakfast and then later Christmas evening for supper. It is no wonder I can't lose any of this spare tire, oh well!
I spent the afternoon reading and catching up on some chores until it was time for Eliza to arrive. We had left overs from the night before and she ate a whole Italian sausage as well as some angel hair pasta plus a couple ginger bread cookies. She really enjoyed her supper. After the clean up we played and she and Nancy became best pals once again as she never left her lap. She was so funny and when her parents arrived she wanted to stay with "gamma" and pitched a hissy about having to go home. Well that was about it for the day except I did get to the bank and then had my ears lowered at the barber shop about mid morning, LATER
Monday, December 21, 2015
Monday Morning
Well Sunday was an awesome day of worship, family time with all the grand kiddos decorating homemade cookies, family supper with chef Bobby's homemade manicotti and Italian sausages, gift exchange with niece Arianne from Miami and family game time. Wow what a busy and great day and the weather was chilly to start with and by late evening with the house full of folks we turned the a/c back on as the outside temps began to warm up as forecasted.
We started the day with a 6'ish roll out as we were planning on attending the 9 o'clock worship service at Indian Rocks Church. I have a feeling we may end up there for when we are back in Florida. It is a mega church but the ministries opportunities are endless. We will still do our Wednesday evening house church meetings as well with our small group with the Tracy's, Anderson's, Botbyl's and us. After the service we headed out to the Village Inn for breakfast for Dan and I and the girls had lunch. The fare was good but nothing to get excited over at least I didn't dump my water glass this week at the end of the meal; how embarrassing that was.
We came home and I hand watered the gardens and then watched a little of the NFL and the Giant vs Panthers game was a real close game with the Panthers remaining undefeated with a last second field goal after being ahead by 28 points at one time. I know my mountain friends are thrilled with the victory. At least the Bucs didn't lose today as they didn't play a game. They were off after a dismal game on Thursday Night.
Bobby, Katie, Annsley and Gabe all arrived around 2'ish and shortly thereafter Amy with Ava and Sam. Eliza Faye was still at home with Tyler napping and they came later. The bigger kiddos were so happy to see one another and they had a grand time in the kitchen decorating all kinds of cookies that Nancy turned out for them. Needless to say they were on a sugar high for most of the evening as the boys wrestled Bobby and the girls climbed and carried on in the back yard with Phoenix the neighbor boy who came over to play. They all had a big time outside and Bobby put together his delicious pasta dish and I grilled the sausages. It was after 6 before we sat down to eat and the fare was very tasty along with some red vino.
Well after the Triplett grand kiddos got their baths they shortly thereafter headed back to Brandon and the rest of us played a couple hands of Euchre and then a new game called Taboo. Eliza became fuzzy as the night wore on so the Ross Family got ready to leave as well as did GG and Arianne. Arianne was leaving around 5 AM to head back to Miami as she had classes in her studio during the day. Well it was a fun day and evening and we got to know Katie a lot more and everything about her is great. She is also a great seamstress and Annsley and Gabe seem to really love being around her. We are thrilled that Bobby seems very content with their relationship and she seems very happy to becoming a part of our family.
Well it wasn't long after everyone cleared out we started putting the house back together and then got ready for bed, LATER
We are watching Eliza Faye this evening as Amy and Tyler take Ava and Sam to see the new Star Wars movie. The kiddos are into that faze much like their parents were many years ago when the original movie came onto the big screen. Here are a few pictures from yesterdays cookie decorating event with grandma.
We started the day with a 6'ish roll out as we were planning on attending the 9 o'clock worship service at Indian Rocks Church. I have a feeling we may end up there for when we are back in Florida. It is a mega church but the ministries opportunities are endless. We will still do our Wednesday evening house church meetings as well with our small group with the Tracy's, Anderson's, Botbyl's and us. After the service we headed out to the Village Inn for breakfast for Dan and I and the girls had lunch. The fare was good but nothing to get excited over at least I didn't dump my water glass this week at the end of the meal; how embarrassing that was.
We came home and I hand watered the gardens and then watched a little of the NFL and the Giant vs Panthers game was a real close game with the Panthers remaining undefeated with a last second field goal after being ahead by 28 points at one time. I know my mountain friends are thrilled with the victory. At least the Bucs didn't lose today as they didn't play a game. They were off after a dismal game on Thursday Night.
Bobby, Katie, Annsley and Gabe all arrived around 2'ish and shortly thereafter Amy with Ava and Sam. Eliza Faye was still at home with Tyler napping and they came later. The bigger kiddos were so happy to see one another and they had a grand time in the kitchen decorating all kinds of cookies that Nancy turned out for them. Needless to say they were on a sugar high for most of the evening as the boys wrestled Bobby and the girls climbed and carried on in the back yard with Phoenix the neighbor boy who came over to play. They all had a big time outside and Bobby put together his delicious pasta dish and I grilled the sausages. It was after 6 before we sat down to eat and the fare was very tasty along with some red vino.
Well after the Triplett grand kiddos got their baths they shortly thereafter headed back to Brandon and the rest of us played a couple hands of Euchre and then a new game called Taboo. Eliza became fuzzy as the night wore on so the Ross Family got ready to leave as well as did GG and Arianne. Arianne was leaving around 5 AM to head back to Miami as she had classes in her studio during the day. Well it was a fun day and evening and we got to know Katie a lot more and everything about her is great. She is also a great seamstress and Annsley and Gabe seem to really love being around her. We are thrilled that Bobby seems very content with their relationship and she seems very happy to becoming a part of our family.
Well it wasn't long after everyone cleared out we started putting the house back together and then got ready for bed, LATER
We are watching Eliza Faye this evening as Amy and Tyler take Ava and Sam to see the new Star Wars movie. The kiddos are into that faze much like their parents were many years ago when the original movie came onto the big screen. Here are a few pictures from yesterdays cookie decorating event with grandma.
Sunday, December 20, 2015
Sunday Morning
Well we finally got some cold weather which had us all in long pants and long sleeve shirts. It's not supposed to last but a day or so and by Christmas Day its forecasted to be back up into the 80's, oh well. I did some major yard work and then we cleaned house and got ready for the big family get together for this afternoon where all the grand kiddos come for a cookie decorating party and then supper. Our niece Arianne drove in from Miami last evening and joined us at GG's for a birthday celebration supper for Nancy's sister Betsy's boy, Garrett; but since Betsy showed signs of an intestinal bug we handed the food out the door for them to take home and eat. We did not want to be sick over Christmas as we have too much planned.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. The house was chilled down to the low 70's which felt rather nice for a change with the a/c off. The sun was shinning and the skies were blue as the front moved on through the area and cleared out all of the humidity. After my cup of hot green tea laced with turmeric I did my quiet moments and started a new daily discipline book in addition to my E-Bread series and then posted this ramble before checking all of the news and social medias. I grabbed a Fuji apple and headed out to the back yard and the gardens to check on the plants as we had some heavy wind over night. Everything looked good and the beans are heavy with blooms, so we will be having fresh garden grown beans in the next week or so.
I fired up the mower and sucked up two large trash cans of oak leaves and some grass clippings and a lot of weeds and used this to mulch around my plants. This should help hold the moisture in and give my earthworms some additional food. The cooler temps seemed to have given the cold weather plants a boost as they looked healthy in the chilled morning air. This kept me busy until lunchtime and we had a fresh garden salad for lunch. Afterwards I jumped on my bike and headed to the library for some new reads I had ordered. The knees held up pretty good and I didn't feel any affects of the pedaling so just maybe I have turned the corner on this condition. I read for most of the next couple hours after vacuuming. We headed out around 4'ish to GG's to help with getting the dinner together.
The spaghetti and meat balls was delicious along with a fresh salad and crusty bread. I passed on the brownies and ice cream and then we played a new family version of Trivia Pursuit. Some of the questions were obvious and while some were very difficult Nancy managed to win against us all. Even Ava played with us as there were questions suited for an 8year old and up. It was going on 10'ish before we finally headed for home, LATER
Don't forget todayto take a couple hours to gather with other Believers and worship our Creator!!!
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. The house was chilled down to the low 70's which felt rather nice for a change with the a/c off. The sun was shinning and the skies were blue as the front moved on through the area and cleared out all of the humidity. After my cup of hot green tea laced with turmeric I did my quiet moments and started a new daily discipline book in addition to my E-Bread series and then posted this ramble before checking all of the news and social medias. I grabbed a Fuji apple and headed out to the back yard and the gardens to check on the plants as we had some heavy wind over night. Everything looked good and the beans are heavy with blooms, so we will be having fresh garden grown beans in the next week or so.
I fired up the mower and sucked up two large trash cans of oak leaves and some grass clippings and a lot of weeds and used this to mulch around my plants. This should help hold the moisture in and give my earthworms some additional food. The cooler temps seemed to have given the cold weather plants a boost as they looked healthy in the chilled morning air. This kept me busy until lunchtime and we had a fresh garden salad for lunch. Afterwards I jumped on my bike and headed to the library for some new reads I had ordered. The knees held up pretty good and I didn't feel any affects of the pedaling so just maybe I have turned the corner on this condition. I read for most of the next couple hours after vacuuming. We headed out around 4'ish to GG's to help with getting the dinner together.
The spaghetti and meat balls was delicious along with a fresh salad and crusty bread. I passed on the brownies and ice cream and then we played a new family version of Trivia Pursuit. Some of the questions were obvious and while some were very difficult Nancy managed to win against us all. Even Ava played with us as there were questions suited for an 8year old and up. It was going on 10'ish before we finally headed for home, LATER
Don't forget todayto take a couple hours to gather with other Believers and worship our Creator!!!
Saturday, December 19, 2015
Saturday Morning
Well Friday saw us with some much needed rain, actually it down poured at times especially when we headed out around 8:30 for Sam's Christmas program at his school. It was some much needed rain but with it came some very strong winds and the temps fell dramatically 15-20 degrees in just moments. It was actually a bit chilly when we headed out to the Tracy's around 6 PM for supper with the Botbyl's on board.
The day started early for me as the rain pounded on the roof during the early morning hours. I never really got back to a deep sleep until it was time to roll out and start the day at a little before 6. The rain had stopped just about sunrise but the clouds were angry looking and the wind had picked up as well. We did our morning routines and knew we had to hurry as our grandson Sam was having the school Christmas program at Keswick at 8:30. He was so cute as he sang and did lots of movements with his hands and arms and the pre-K through 2nd grade acted out a play about the birth of Jesus.
We got back from the play around 9:30 so Nancy dropped me off and then headed to her Friday morning Bible study class at SFBC. Afterwards she picked up her mom, GG and they headed out to do some shopping and then had lunch at Chili's. I stayed home and polyurethaned the kitchen table and then read until she got back sometime in the afternoon. I did give out two more batches of cookies to our regular mail man and then watched for the garbage men to give them a bunch as well. They were different from last years men and were surprised when I presented with the box of goodies.
I knew we were eating Kathryn's gourmet lasagna for supper so I ate very light for lunch with just a peanut butter rollup and the last of the cinnamon and sugar coated pecans. They are so addicting and like potato chips its difficult to eat just one. Well they are finally gone as Eliza Faye and I have been eating them all week and she called them candy. They are sweet and delicious but oh so fattening. I didn't have to water the gardens today as we finally got a nice drenching rain. There was lots of water running down the street from the down pour but hopefully some sunk into the ground. The temps have really dropped and some were calling for the 40's overnight. We could smell smoke from someones fireplace as we got home around 10 last night.
Well the supper was delicious at the Tracy's, Carol brought appetizers and Nancy a fresh garden salad and they all had strawberry shortcake for dessert. I passed as I'm not doing any physical workout because of the knees so I'm being very careful on the calorie intake especially with all of the fine eatin' going on this weekend and with Christmas less than a week away.
I was greatly disturbed to learn a high school in Minnesota promoted the singing of Muslim songs associated with the Ramadan holiday during a Christmas program. The school promoted the singing of Allah Hakbar which the jihadist cry out when killing innocents in terrorist attacks. How and why have we let this form of thinking become so pervasive in our land and I think we all know the reason. Our potus is sympathetic to them and is probably a Muslim as well. The Christian beliefs are being destroyed by those who have gotten power and influence through this administration. I see in Dearborn Michigan the Muslims are rioting against Christians pelting them with rocks, bottles and cans and they have just about taken over the local government.
We are now removing monuments of our Confederate linage to appease those who complain; thus wiping out our roots and changing what was once a big part of our history. The Russians did that with Lenin and we saw that occurring in Germany with Hitler and with the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia. Just wiping out all remnants of their past. We who have lived by the Judeo-Christian principles and mores are becoming a thing in the past and I fear for what may happen with our grand children with this influx of immigrants who we know are from a Muslim nation. We have allowed this to happen because we never fully vetted this potus and those who are his advisors. The "fox is in the chicken house" so to speak and life with never be the same if we don't band together to change the direction we are headed for in this next election cycle, LATER
Just an update on Keith our brother in law who had open heart surgery yesterday. Pat his wife and my middle sister gave us several updates as the day progressed and he was doing better than expected after the surgery. Thanks to all who kept him in your thoughts and prayers!!!
Just a few pictures of our pre-K grandson, Sam at Keswick Christian School.
The day started early for me as the rain pounded on the roof during the early morning hours. I never really got back to a deep sleep until it was time to roll out and start the day at a little before 6. The rain had stopped just about sunrise but the clouds were angry looking and the wind had picked up as well. We did our morning routines and knew we had to hurry as our grandson Sam was having the school Christmas program at Keswick at 8:30. He was so cute as he sang and did lots of movements with his hands and arms and the pre-K through 2nd grade acted out a play about the birth of Jesus.
We got back from the play around 9:30 so Nancy dropped me off and then headed to her Friday morning Bible study class at SFBC. Afterwards she picked up her mom, GG and they headed out to do some shopping and then had lunch at Chili's. I stayed home and polyurethaned the kitchen table and then read until she got back sometime in the afternoon. I did give out two more batches of cookies to our regular mail man and then watched for the garbage men to give them a bunch as well. They were different from last years men and were surprised when I presented with the box of goodies.
I knew we were eating Kathryn's gourmet lasagna for supper so I ate very light for lunch with just a peanut butter rollup and the last of the cinnamon and sugar coated pecans. They are so addicting and like potato chips its difficult to eat just one. Well they are finally gone as Eliza Faye and I have been eating them all week and she called them candy. They are sweet and delicious but oh so fattening. I didn't have to water the gardens today as we finally got a nice drenching rain. There was lots of water running down the street from the down pour but hopefully some sunk into the ground. The temps have really dropped and some were calling for the 40's overnight. We could smell smoke from someones fireplace as we got home around 10 last night.
Well the supper was delicious at the Tracy's, Carol brought appetizers and Nancy a fresh garden salad and they all had strawberry shortcake for dessert. I passed as I'm not doing any physical workout because of the knees so I'm being very careful on the calorie intake especially with all of the fine eatin' going on this weekend and with Christmas less than a week away.
I was greatly disturbed to learn a high school in Minnesota promoted the singing of Muslim songs associated with the Ramadan holiday during a Christmas program. The school promoted the singing of Allah Hakbar which the jihadist cry out when killing innocents in terrorist attacks. How and why have we let this form of thinking become so pervasive in our land and I think we all know the reason. Our potus is sympathetic to them and is probably a Muslim as well. The Christian beliefs are being destroyed by those who have gotten power and influence through this administration. I see in Dearborn Michigan the Muslims are rioting against Christians pelting them with rocks, bottles and cans and they have just about taken over the local government.
We are now removing monuments of our Confederate linage to appease those who complain; thus wiping out our roots and changing what was once a big part of our history. The Russians did that with Lenin and we saw that occurring in Germany with Hitler and with the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia. Just wiping out all remnants of their past. We who have lived by the Judeo-Christian principles and mores are becoming a thing in the past and I fear for what may happen with our grand children with this influx of immigrants who we know are from a Muslim nation. We have allowed this to happen because we never fully vetted this potus and those who are his advisors. The "fox is in the chicken house" so to speak and life with never be the same if we don't band together to change the direction we are headed for in this next election cycle, LATER
Just an update on Keith our brother in law who had open heart surgery yesterday. Pat his wife and my middle sister gave us several updates as the day progressed and he was doing better than expected after the surgery. Thanks to all who kept him in your thoughts and prayers!!!
Friday, December 18, 2015
Friday Morning
Well it was another hot and muggy day that seemed like the middle of August instead of just a week before Christmas. The girls all went shopping and little Eliza Faye and I were buddy's as we watched a movie, played doll babies and just had a grand time together. Later in the day I watched the DVD The Killing Fields about the massacre of the Cambodians people. I read the true story of the main actor in the movie and while the movie is quite dramatic the book tells the real story about the brutality of the Khmer Rouge in the 1970's and the destruction of the country. Nancy had promised Ava she would come to her Christmas program at Keswick later in the evening so I represented us at the annual Christmas party in Sarasota sponsored by our Amway team leaders. I rode with the Botbyl's.
The day started with a before 6 roll out for me and my usual routines of a few quiet moments, the posting of this daily ramble and my morning cup of green tea with some herbs and spices. I grabbed a Fuji apple for my breakfast and headed outside to check on the gardens. I think I will have to bait the trap again as some critter is once again digging some rather deep holes in the back yard and gardens. Luckily they missed the new lettuces but what they are looking for is beyond my imagination. The squirrels dig holes but nothing to this depth. It has to be a critter that can climb the fence so I know its not an armadillo. I piddled around outside until I worked up a healthy sweat.
Amy picked up Nancy and they headed out for the mall. Little Eliza and I were pals and we enjoyed each other as she wanted to play with the dolls with a movie on in the back ground. We had a fun time and watched parts of the movie together. I was able to read a little as well at times as she laid on the couch. We had the oven pre-heated an a couple frozen pizzas baking by the time girls got home for lunch around 12:30. They left around 2:30 to run GG home and then pick up Ava and Sam from school so I vegetated watching the movie about the Cambodian massacre that was taking place during the Vietnam era. I had actually been on a couple secret missions to Cambodia as we carried cargo into that country and from what I observed it was much like Vietnam. Little did I know what was taking place politically and militarily within the country.
We had an hour and half ride to Sarasota to the parents home of our team leaders with Amway. This beautiful home is right out of the movie Gone with the Wind. It's just absolutely beautiful and so decorated for Christmas. Our son Bobby cooks for this occasion as well as Melody and her family are close friend and she is his editor for his book series THE EPIC OF HAVEN. They are very generous folks and are strong Believers as well. Melody and her family drive from Sarasota every Sunday to Tampa as they are the glue that keeps Element Church together since Bobby has left. She even teaches or preaches occasionally as the church is still using elders since Bobby voluntarily stepped down as the pastor and has now moved on to another church.
The food was fabulous and the many gifts given to all were awesome as well. We have made this occasion for the past two years and always have such a great time meeting others who are involved in this enterprise. I would say 99% of the participants are strong Believers and many are former pastors, teachers and community leaders that we have had the pleasure to get to know during this occasion. It was going on 10'ish when we headed out for the long ride home. It had been a year since I had crossed the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and 11 years since I last patrolled that area. I shared some of the most memorable moments from my days while working that area with folks who did jump to their death and those who I managed to control and get them help at a mental health facility as well as the many fatal crashes I investigated. I had lots of intriguing occasions where many died on that strip of land, the bridge itself and the water that lies between the three different counties and jurisdictions which we as State Troopers handled.
Well that was about it as it was after 11 before we got back to the house. This morning we head out to watch grandson Sam's program at Keswick, LATER
Here are a few pictures from Ava's program at Keswick Christian.
The day started with a before 6 roll out for me and my usual routines of a few quiet moments, the posting of this daily ramble and my morning cup of green tea with some herbs and spices. I grabbed a Fuji apple for my breakfast and headed outside to check on the gardens. I think I will have to bait the trap again as some critter is once again digging some rather deep holes in the back yard and gardens. Luckily they missed the new lettuces but what they are looking for is beyond my imagination. The squirrels dig holes but nothing to this depth. It has to be a critter that can climb the fence so I know its not an armadillo. I piddled around outside until I worked up a healthy sweat.
Amy picked up Nancy and they headed out for the mall. Little Eliza and I were pals and we enjoyed each other as she wanted to play with the dolls with a movie on in the back ground. We had a fun time and watched parts of the movie together. I was able to read a little as well at times as she laid on the couch. We had the oven pre-heated an a couple frozen pizzas baking by the time girls got home for lunch around 12:30. They left around 2:30 to run GG home and then pick up Ava and Sam from school so I vegetated watching the movie about the Cambodian massacre that was taking place during the Vietnam era. I had actually been on a couple secret missions to Cambodia as we carried cargo into that country and from what I observed it was much like Vietnam. Little did I know what was taking place politically and militarily within the country.
We had an hour and half ride to Sarasota to the parents home of our team leaders with Amway. This beautiful home is right out of the movie Gone with the Wind. It's just absolutely beautiful and so decorated for Christmas. Our son Bobby cooks for this occasion as well as Melody and her family are close friend and she is his editor for his book series THE EPIC OF HAVEN. They are very generous folks and are strong Believers as well. Melody and her family drive from Sarasota every Sunday to Tampa as they are the glue that keeps Element Church together since Bobby has left. She even teaches or preaches occasionally as the church is still using elders since Bobby voluntarily stepped down as the pastor and has now moved on to another church.
The food was fabulous and the many gifts given to all were awesome as well. We have made this occasion for the past two years and always have such a great time meeting others who are involved in this enterprise. I would say 99% of the participants are strong Believers and many are former pastors, teachers and community leaders that we have had the pleasure to get to know during this occasion. It was going on 10'ish when we headed out for the long ride home. It had been a year since I had crossed the Sunshine Skyway Bridge and 11 years since I last patrolled that area. I shared some of the most memorable moments from my days while working that area with folks who did jump to their death and those who I managed to control and get them help at a mental health facility as well as the many fatal crashes I investigated. I had lots of intriguing occasions where many died on that strip of land, the bridge itself and the water that lies between the three different counties and jurisdictions which we as State Troopers handled.
Well that was about it as it was after 11 before we got back to the house. This morning we head out to watch grandson Sam's program at Keswick, LATER
Here are a few pictures from Ava's program at Keswick Christian.
Thursday, December 17, 2015
Thursday Morning
Well Wednesday was another hot and humid day here in central Florida, yikes it felt like August. Nancy was finishing up her marathon cookie baking of which we give to family, friends, neighbors and those men and women who carry the mail and pickup our trash. She made 8 different cookies and then I carried several trays and passed them out to neighbors throughout the day and evening. I sampled a couple of my favorites but for the most part stayed away from all that of which increases the size of my spare tire. I must say the aroma coming from the kitchen was delightful especially the ginger snaps.
The day started with my before 6 roll out, despite being up an hour beyond by bedtime as we traveled back from Brandon the night before. After a few quiet moments to honor my Creator and lift up those who are under going some extreme health issues such as my middle sisters husband Keith who was having a heart catherization and we just found out open heart surgery is scheduled for today. Keep him in your prayers as he has some serious health issues beyond these recent ones with diabetes. I had my usual cup of green tea laced with turmeric and fresh slices of ginger root to get the gastric juices flowing after a handful of vitamins and supplements.
I headed outside after posting this ramble to replant some lettuce seedlings the pesky squirrels have dug up looking for acorns in the garden. I'm been keeping them out as much as possible but they are so sneaky. They hear the back door close and down the trees they come so I've been tricking them and standing in the shadow of the roof with the BB gun ready. I seldom ever hit one but I sure send them scampering up the big oak and then across the power lines into other yards. I re-potted some marigolds and zinnias and then hand watered the gardens. We are so dry here and now with this heat the cold weather plants are starting to show some withering especially the lettuces. Hopefully they will recover from this heat and the constant digging around by the squirrels with a cool front heading our way over the weekend. It supposed to get down into the 50's here for at least one night with highs only in the low 70's, wow will that ever feel nice.
Well that was about it for the day as I took a bike ride to the library to check out the knee and its still not a 100% but I'm not in any real pain; maybe a little swelling yet but manageable. It's looking more like next year before I get back on the pickle ball court and definitely not until after Christmas. We are having some get togethers in this next week with lots of fine eatin' with family and friends. We learned we will be eating lots of pasta with lasagna, manicotti and spaghetti in the next couple of days as we eat out with friends and then have the family here Sunday night for Bobby's lasagna. Should be some great times together with family as Arianne comes from Miami.
Well we missed the debate with the RNC candidates but Trump has shaken up the country and the establishment. While he is somewhat bombastic I definitely think he has a chance to win and maybe set us back on course to get our country in order and away from all this political correctness. I like that he calls the leadership in Washington stupid and in my mind they have led us down the road to internal destruction as well as arming those who chant "death to America". The career politicians are scared and they should be as first they only care about their re-election and not what is best for the country as well as being bought from the big money folks. Trump is beholding to none of that faction and he speaks the truth when it comes to keeping us safe from the outside world like the radical Muslim terrorists, the Iran nuclear deal, getting the nation back to working again with bringing jobs back to the homeland, securing the border against illegal immigrants and this health care crisis that is bankrupting the country. You have to give him credit for telling those who are in leadership that we the people are fed up with the inept leadership in the government and their lack of concern for most Americans especially those who work hard and want a safe place to raise their families while obeying the laws that have given us many freedoms and liberties. This potus is in favor of more gun control laws while arming those who want to kill us. We don't want the federal government in our lives except to keep us safe from foreign or domestic terrorists who want to control us and take away our freedoms, Wake Up America and send a message to these in the government that we are fed up with their lack of leadership and if it takes a Trump to rattle them so be it, LATER
Here are the 8 different cookies that she baked and made several dozen of each type.
The day started with my before 6 roll out, despite being up an hour beyond by bedtime as we traveled back from Brandon the night before. After a few quiet moments to honor my Creator and lift up those who are under going some extreme health issues such as my middle sisters husband Keith who was having a heart catherization and we just found out open heart surgery is scheduled for today. Keep him in your prayers as he has some serious health issues beyond these recent ones with diabetes. I had my usual cup of green tea laced with turmeric and fresh slices of ginger root to get the gastric juices flowing after a handful of vitamins and supplements.
I headed outside after posting this ramble to replant some lettuce seedlings the pesky squirrels have dug up looking for acorns in the garden. I'm been keeping them out as much as possible but they are so sneaky. They hear the back door close and down the trees they come so I've been tricking them and standing in the shadow of the roof with the BB gun ready. I seldom ever hit one but I sure send them scampering up the big oak and then across the power lines into other yards. I re-potted some marigolds and zinnias and then hand watered the gardens. We are so dry here and now with this heat the cold weather plants are starting to show some withering especially the lettuces. Hopefully they will recover from this heat and the constant digging around by the squirrels with a cool front heading our way over the weekend. It supposed to get down into the 50's here for at least one night with highs only in the low 70's, wow will that ever feel nice.
Well that was about it for the day as I took a bike ride to the library to check out the knee and its still not a 100% but I'm not in any real pain; maybe a little swelling yet but manageable. It's looking more like next year before I get back on the pickle ball court and definitely not until after Christmas. We are having some get togethers in this next week with lots of fine eatin' with family and friends. We learned we will be eating lots of pasta with lasagna, manicotti and spaghetti in the next couple of days as we eat out with friends and then have the family here Sunday night for Bobby's lasagna. Should be some great times together with family as Arianne comes from Miami.
Well we missed the debate with the RNC candidates but Trump has shaken up the country and the establishment. While he is somewhat bombastic I definitely think he has a chance to win and maybe set us back on course to get our country in order and away from all this political correctness. I like that he calls the leadership in Washington stupid and in my mind they have led us down the road to internal destruction as well as arming those who chant "death to America". The career politicians are scared and they should be as first they only care about their re-election and not what is best for the country as well as being bought from the big money folks. Trump is beholding to none of that faction and he speaks the truth when it comes to keeping us safe from the outside world like the radical Muslim terrorists, the Iran nuclear deal, getting the nation back to working again with bringing jobs back to the homeland, securing the border against illegal immigrants and this health care crisis that is bankrupting the country. You have to give him credit for telling those who are in leadership that we the people are fed up with the inept leadership in the government and their lack of concern for most Americans especially those who work hard and want a safe place to raise their families while obeying the laws that have given us many freedoms and liberties. This potus is in favor of more gun control laws while arming those who want to kill us. We don't want the federal government in our lives except to keep us safe from foreign or domestic terrorists who want to control us and take away our freedoms, Wake Up America and send a message to these in the government that we are fed up with their lack of leadership and if it takes a Trump to rattle them so be it, LATER
Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Wednesday Morning
Well we have a bit of a glitch this morning as for some reason the MacBook will not open, yikes seems we just purchased this just a few months ago. I will have my son in law Tyler have a look some time to day so I'm writing this with Nancy's IPad. We are once more in the doldrums of summer here in December. The heat and humidity are ever present and we did have some clouds yesterday and a threat of rain but none fell.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me and my usual morning routines. After my quiet time, posting of this ramble and an apple for breakfast I headed out to piddle around in the garden. The pesky squirrels had dug up another couple lettuce seedlings so I replanted them and watered them in hopes they would live. Nancy was in the kitchen baking another three batches of cookies to give out in the next couple of days. The house smelled of baking and especially ginger as she made a triple batch of snaps of the snaps. I must admit I did eat a couple after supper. We decided to eat early as we were heading to Brandon to see Annsley in her school Christmas program at Bell Shoals Academy.
We headed out a little before 5 for the normally hour trip but it took us with all of the traffics nearly 2hours, and that was using the toll road as well. We were in traffic backups the whole trip. Wow where do all of thee people come from? The program was made up of first grade to fifth graders and they did an excellent job of presenting the Gospel in this play. There singing was awesome as well. We followed Bobby and Katie with the kiddos to a yogurt place near his place and had some of the best tasting cold stuff ever. Katie's mom Lynne who is a teacher at the school also met up with us and we had a grand time together.
We headed back to Bobbys as he needed to get the kids showered and into bed as it was a school night. After they were in bed we stayed and talked until sometime going on 10'ish before heading out to Seminole. It was going on 11'ish before we got home and I headed for the showers.
Well I hope this glitch is just a glitch with this new MacBook and not something more serious, LATER
We are back in business as it was just a glitch so here are a few pics from Annsley's program last evening.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me and my usual morning routines. After my quiet time, posting of this ramble and an apple for breakfast I headed out to piddle around in the garden. The pesky squirrels had dug up another couple lettuce seedlings so I replanted them and watered them in hopes they would live. Nancy was in the kitchen baking another three batches of cookies to give out in the next couple of days. The house smelled of baking and especially ginger as she made a triple batch of snaps of the snaps. I must admit I did eat a couple after supper. We decided to eat early as we were heading to Brandon to see Annsley in her school Christmas program at Bell Shoals Academy.
We headed out a little before 5 for the normally hour trip but it took us with all of the traffics nearly 2hours, and that was using the toll road as well. We were in traffic backups the whole trip. Wow where do all of thee people come from? The program was made up of first grade to fifth graders and they did an excellent job of presenting the Gospel in this play. There singing was awesome as well. We followed Bobby and Katie with the kiddos to a yogurt place near his place and had some of the best tasting cold stuff ever. Katie's mom Lynne who is a teacher at the school also met up with us and we had a grand time together.
We headed back to Bobbys as he needed to get the kids showered and into bed as it was a school night. After they were in bed we stayed and talked until sometime going on 10'ish before heading out to Seminole. It was going on 11'ish before we got home and I headed for the showers.
Well I hope this glitch is just a glitch with this new MacBook and not something more serious, LATER
We are back in business as it was just a glitch so here are a few pics from Annsley's program last evening.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Tuesday Morning
Well Monday was almost like a summer day with high heat and humidity, wow we are slated for some cooler temps this latter part of the week and I'm ready for something below 80 degrees and hopefully a little rain as well. I ran errands while Nancy was in the kitchen baking Christmas cookies. I think she made three different kinds yesterday and I must admit it sure takes a ton of will power not to eat at least one of each but I persevered and passed them up. I must confess the cinnamon sugar coated pecans that Kathryn blessed us with Sunday Night are addicting as I did have a handful of them to satiate my cravings for something sweet, oh well!
I started the day much the usual with a before 6 wake up. After my morning tea with my unusual concoctions of fresh ginger and ground turmeric I spent a few quiet moments with my Creator and then posted this ramble of yesterday's activities. Some day after I'm long gone I hope my grand children will open these daily ramblings and learn a little about us. I at times wish I could write about us pioneering ourselves into an unknown land where we had to live off the land and make do with whatever was at hand. They will probably think we live in the dark ages as I refuse to have an I-phone or whatever it is that everyone is always on while driving on the highways, or sitting at a table eating or playing cards or just sitting around. I don't see the attraction of being glued to one of the devices that demand so much attention. We do use the Internet but not to the extent it takes the place of actual human interactions.
I decided when I retired from the demanding job of always being available at a moments notice that I didn't want a watch or a beeper or a cell phone. I really was tired of always being on call or being someplace at a specific time. I think that's why I love the cabin so much. We do have all of the communications available to the outside world but the peace and tranquility is immeasurably in the mountains. I want to hear the birds, smell the flowers and woods, breathe the fresh air and see no one for days and especially not having to respond to some hand held means of communications. I have friends who can not sit at the supper table or set and play a card game without constantly being on their phone. To me that's allowing a device to control you and not the other way around, oh well!!! We see today where so many can not even drive without having one in their hands and that definitely is a danger to not only themselves but to others on the highway. Just yesterday a mother was killed leaving a 2 year old when she ran off the road while texting and over turned killing her and leaving the toddler severely injured, yikes!!
Well that was about it for the day as Nancy baked cookies and I piddle around. I'm staying away from pickle ball until after Christmas as I want to completely give these knees a rest and hopefully healed. Amy and Eliza Faye came for lunch and then I played with her after running some errands. I filled up at a 1.89 a gallon for gas which is the lowest I've seen here in Florida for some time. I made a Sam's Club run and then did an Aldi stop as well before heading home. Boy it is rather warm here for being a few days before Christmas. I remember a couple years back it was this warm as well and then again I've seen it freeze my tomato's solid overnight at this time of the year. I use to go swimming every Christmas day in years past and if I still had my above ground pool I would do it this year for sure, LATER
I started the day much the usual with a before 6 wake up. After my morning tea with my unusual concoctions of fresh ginger and ground turmeric I spent a few quiet moments with my Creator and then posted this ramble of yesterday's activities. Some day after I'm long gone I hope my grand children will open these daily ramblings and learn a little about us. I at times wish I could write about us pioneering ourselves into an unknown land where we had to live off the land and make do with whatever was at hand. They will probably think we live in the dark ages as I refuse to have an I-phone or whatever it is that everyone is always on while driving on the highways, or sitting at a table eating or playing cards or just sitting around. I don't see the attraction of being glued to one of the devices that demand so much attention. We do use the Internet but not to the extent it takes the place of actual human interactions.
I decided when I retired from the demanding job of always being available at a moments notice that I didn't want a watch or a beeper or a cell phone. I really was tired of always being on call or being someplace at a specific time. I think that's why I love the cabin so much. We do have all of the communications available to the outside world but the peace and tranquility is immeasurably in the mountains. I want to hear the birds, smell the flowers and woods, breathe the fresh air and see no one for days and especially not having to respond to some hand held means of communications. I have friends who can not sit at the supper table or set and play a card game without constantly being on their phone. To me that's allowing a device to control you and not the other way around, oh well!!! We see today where so many can not even drive without having one in their hands and that definitely is a danger to not only themselves but to others on the highway. Just yesterday a mother was killed leaving a 2 year old when she ran off the road while texting and over turned killing her and leaving the toddler severely injured, yikes!!
Well that was about it for the day as Nancy baked cookies and I piddle around. I'm staying away from pickle ball until after Christmas as I want to completely give these knees a rest and hopefully healed. Amy and Eliza Faye came for lunch and then I played with her after running some errands. I filled up at a 1.89 a gallon for gas which is the lowest I've seen here in Florida for some time. I made a Sam's Club run and then did an Aldi stop as well before heading home. Boy it is rather warm here for being a few days before Christmas. I remember a couple years back it was this warm as well and then again I've seen it freeze my tomato's solid overnight at this time of the year. I use to go swimming every Christmas day in years past and if I still had my above ground pool I would do it this year for sure, LATER
Monday, December 14, 2015
Monday Morning
Well we visited a different church in our area as we search for a new place for corporate worship with fellow believers. I found the pastor was a great teacher and we were greeted by different folks several times and saw a fellow student friend of Bobby's from his old school. She is the singer for this praise band in their "modern service". She has a beautiful voice and was most friendly after mentioning our son's name. We will continue to visit different churches as I find this exciting to meet new folks and hear different speakers. We really like the teaching by Bobby's pastor in Riverview but that is just too far to travel each week plus it limits us getting involved or serving.
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. After my usual routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator and my cup of tea with fresh ginger and turmeric I posted this ramble from the day before's activities. I had my apple for breakfast before we headed out to Crossroads Church in Largo which is just a couple miles from the house. There was a nice crowd of a couple hundred folks. The production was simple with the praise band and everyone was dressed casual and even a few shorts and t-shirts. The pastor spoke on Faith and had a great message using lots of teaching aids. I thought he was more like a professor than a preacher but he used plenty of scripture and enlightened us on the many facets that cause one to have faith in a Creator of the universe. Very enlightening to say the least!
We headed home and was back before noon with the start of the 10:30 service. Wow what a change that is from our travels to Element Church last year in Tampa and no traffic backups. I headed out in the back yard to give Ava's desk a final coat of paint after a peanut butter rollup with fresh chopped onions. I just love the flavor when those two are eaten together; I know that sounds weird but it delicious. Anyhow I got the desk pained and then painted the knobs a green color for Ava. She was thrilled and now she has her own desk to do her school work. The desk turned out nice and was very cost effective.
I tuned into the Bucs vs Saints game and once more they played terrible. The QB while playing great last week with a come from behind win played as if they were going to win on their laurels. The offense was just as bad as the defense and the receivers kept dropping the ball especially on important plays, Oh well. The Carolina Team is for real and could go all the way as they destroyed the Falcons who we barely beat last week. I look for them to win the big one in Super Bowl 50. At least they are in our division which doesn't say much for us as we are in second place with a horrible record, oh well.
We headed over to Kathryn and Patricks for supper around 5'ish. The meal of fresh garden salad which Nancy prepared along delicious chili and muffins was a gastronomic delight. After the clean up we settled into a couple games of Euchre with the boys vs gals and it was a slaughter to say the least. The gals were sleeping with winners last night!! Well it was going on 9 when we decided to call it a night and head for home. There was a little mist of rain on the truck when we headed out but that was the extend of the rainfall. I don't think I even turned the wipers on as initially I thought it was dew, oh well. Do we ever need some rain. I tuned into the last game with the Packers destroying the Cowboys so I flipped to the Alaskan Frontier Family and wow the scenery there is awesome with some real living on the frontier. I think I would like to try that type of daily business and survival, LATER
The day started much the usual with a before 6 roll out for me. After my usual routines of a few quiet moments with my Creator and my cup of tea with fresh ginger and turmeric I posted this ramble from the day before's activities. I had my apple for breakfast before we headed out to Crossroads Church in Largo which is just a couple miles from the house. There was a nice crowd of a couple hundred folks. The production was simple with the praise band and everyone was dressed casual and even a few shorts and t-shirts. The pastor spoke on Faith and had a great message using lots of teaching aids. I thought he was more like a professor than a preacher but he used plenty of scripture and enlightened us on the many facets that cause one to have faith in a Creator of the universe. Very enlightening to say the least!
We headed home and was back before noon with the start of the 10:30 service. Wow what a change that is from our travels to Element Church last year in Tampa and no traffic backups. I headed out in the back yard to give Ava's desk a final coat of paint after a peanut butter rollup with fresh chopped onions. I just love the flavor when those two are eaten together; I know that sounds weird but it delicious. Anyhow I got the desk pained and then painted the knobs a green color for Ava. She was thrilled and now she has her own desk to do her school work. The desk turned out nice and was very cost effective.
I tuned into the Bucs vs Saints game and once more they played terrible. The QB while playing great last week with a come from behind win played as if they were going to win on their laurels. The offense was just as bad as the defense and the receivers kept dropping the ball especially on important plays, Oh well. The Carolina Team is for real and could go all the way as they destroyed the Falcons who we barely beat last week. I look for them to win the big one in Super Bowl 50. At least they are in our division which doesn't say much for us as we are in second place with a horrible record, oh well.
We headed over to Kathryn and Patricks for supper around 5'ish. The meal of fresh garden salad which Nancy prepared along delicious chili and muffins was a gastronomic delight. After the clean up we settled into a couple games of Euchre with the boys vs gals and it was a slaughter to say the least. The gals were sleeping with winners last night!! Well it was going on 9 when we decided to call it a night and head for home. There was a little mist of rain on the truck when we headed out but that was the extend of the rainfall. I don't think I even turned the wipers on as initially I thought it was dew, oh well. Do we ever need some rain. I tuned into the last game with the Packers destroying the Cowboys so I flipped to the Alaskan Frontier Family and wow the scenery there is awesome with some real living on the frontier. I think I would like to try that type of daily business and survival, LATER
Sunday, December 13, 2015
Sunday Morning
Well Saturday saw us with very warm temps once again with more humidity. We were in the low 80's but a nice breeze kept it bearable to be outside working. I did get a few honey-do's completed plus sanded and primed a small desk for grand daughter Ava Mae. I was outside for most of the day so I kept those pesky squirrels away as well which had them taking off into the trees whenever they spotted me. My BB gun reaches into the tree tops so I had them scampering every chance I got; maybe I wore them out as every time I headed out the back door they took off into the trees..
The morning started much the usual with my internal alarm having me up at 6'ish or just a bit before. After my cup of green tea with ginger root and turmeric I did a few quiet moments to honor my Creator and lift up those I know who need some special consideration. Afterwards I posted this ramble and grabbed a Macintosh apple and headed out to check on the gardens. We decided to stay at home because GG(Nancy's mom) has a small intestinal bug on Friday and of course Nancy drove her around and she felt as if she may have picked it up as well. Needless to say GG was much better today(Sat) and Nancy did alright as well despite some earlier concern.
I fed the garden with some of my "garden magic" which is major and minor trace elements. This organic powder sure makes a difference and while it is rather costly, initially it seems to be well worth the price. I've noticed those two Bell pepper plants that produced so well in the mountains and was uprooted and transplanted here have anywhere between 10-15 new buds and blooms per plant. The jalapeno plant hasn't come around yet but still looks healthy. Everything looks so green and healthy as I feed this powder to each plant every couple of weeks. Some time I just sprinkle a little around the plant and sometime I mix it in a bucket of water and pour it around the plants. My cucumbers which I have never had any luck growing here have multiple blooms and are starting to climb the trestle I built for them.
I harvested my first batch of Romaine lettuce along with tender beet greens and Swiss chard to add to the salad Nancy prepared. The onions are multiplying as well as mountain neighbor Jetta Browning blessed us with some last summer and I saved a couple bulbs to grow here in my winter garden. I'm assured green spring onions for some time to come as once these mature you just place one from the batch back into the ground to regenerate. The tomato plants have set some fruit but are still growing higher as one has reached the top of the 5 ft. wire cage. I should have kale ready next week or so as well for the fresh garden salads.
Amy called and said she found an old fashion desk for 10 bucks for Ava so she can have her own desk for her school work. She brought it by for my opinion and I decided to refinish it for her and paint the knobs the color Ava prefers. I took the hand sander and worked it up for a coat of Kilz primer paint which transformed the desk. Today(Sun.) after church I will give it a coat of white semi-gloss paint then paint the drawer knobs a green for her while listening to the Bucs game. Working out under the big oak is a plus in this heat, plus it helps keeps the squirrels out of my garden.
Well I grilled a couple Salmon fillets and along with canned peas and yellow rice we had a delicious supper. After the cleanup we settled into the TV and watched the end of the Army/Navy football game. The Navy prevailed once again and I must comment on their helmets which had pictures of ships on them. Wow where they classy and the game was rather exciting as well if you were a midshipman; either way it was fun to watch the last quarter. I settled into the Lightning game and watched them lose as well to the Caps 2-1. The old knee held up great today despite being on my feet for most of it. I did take an hour or so and sat under the oak and read HAING NGOR -THE CAMBODIAN ODYSSEY. Wow what those folks when through during the communist regime of the Khmer Rouge. There was a movie titled The Killing Fields of which this main character actually played the part and received an Oscar for his acting in the movie. The book is an unforgettable story about one mans perseverance to live another day. Great read but not for the squeamish, LATER
Don't forget to take some time today and give thanks for the Blessing with others who share their beliefs in our Creator. I really think part of the reason we are such a terrible fix in this country is we have let the non-believer have the bully pulpit and dictate the norms which are anything but what are the Judeo-Christian values and beliefs. We must take back our country, honor our Creator and stand up for our Christian faith. We can take back our country if we confess, honor and seek healing for our land especially for our children and grandchildren and one way is to show that belief is by attending a church or place of worship that we choose. We must make that effort or we will be led to slaughter by the fanatics and never would I have thought that possible in this land; but we are seeing that now as our lack of leadership who I believe is part of the problem.
The morning started much the usual with my internal alarm having me up at 6'ish or just a bit before. After my cup of green tea with ginger root and turmeric I did a few quiet moments to honor my Creator and lift up those I know who need some special consideration. Afterwards I posted this ramble and grabbed a Macintosh apple and headed out to check on the gardens. We decided to stay at home because GG(Nancy's mom) has a small intestinal bug on Friday and of course Nancy drove her around and she felt as if she may have picked it up as well. Needless to say GG was much better today(Sat) and Nancy did alright as well despite some earlier concern.
I fed the garden with some of my "garden magic" which is major and minor trace elements. This organic powder sure makes a difference and while it is rather costly, initially it seems to be well worth the price. I've noticed those two Bell pepper plants that produced so well in the mountains and was uprooted and transplanted here have anywhere between 10-15 new buds and blooms per plant. The jalapeno plant hasn't come around yet but still looks healthy. Everything looks so green and healthy as I feed this powder to each plant every couple of weeks. Some time I just sprinkle a little around the plant and sometime I mix it in a bucket of water and pour it around the plants. My cucumbers which I have never had any luck growing here have multiple blooms and are starting to climb the trestle I built for them.
I harvested my first batch of Romaine lettuce along with tender beet greens and Swiss chard to add to the salad Nancy prepared. The onions are multiplying as well as mountain neighbor Jetta Browning blessed us with some last summer and I saved a couple bulbs to grow here in my winter garden. I'm assured green spring onions for some time to come as once these mature you just place one from the batch back into the ground to regenerate. The tomato plants have set some fruit but are still growing higher as one has reached the top of the 5 ft. wire cage. I should have kale ready next week or so as well for the fresh garden salads.
Amy called and said she found an old fashion desk for 10 bucks for Ava so she can have her own desk for her school work. She brought it by for my opinion and I decided to refinish it for her and paint the knobs the color Ava prefers. I took the hand sander and worked it up for a coat of Kilz primer paint which transformed the desk. Today(Sun.) after church I will give it a coat of white semi-gloss paint then paint the drawer knobs a green for her while listening to the Bucs game. Working out under the big oak is a plus in this heat, plus it helps keeps the squirrels out of my garden.
Well I grilled a couple Salmon fillets and along with canned peas and yellow rice we had a delicious supper. After the cleanup we settled into the TV and watched the end of the Army/Navy football game. The Navy prevailed once again and I must comment on their helmets which had pictures of ships on them. Wow where they classy and the game was rather exciting as well if you were a midshipman; either way it was fun to watch the last quarter. I settled into the Lightning game and watched them lose as well to the Caps 2-1. The old knee held up great today despite being on my feet for most of it. I did take an hour or so and sat under the oak and read HAING NGOR -THE CAMBODIAN ODYSSEY. Wow what those folks when through during the communist regime of the Khmer Rouge. There was a movie titled The Killing Fields of which this main character actually played the part and received an Oscar for his acting in the movie. The book is an unforgettable story about one mans perseverance to live another day. Great read but not for the squeamish, LATER
Don't forget to take some time today and give thanks for the Blessing with others who share their beliefs in our Creator. I really think part of the reason we are such a terrible fix in this country is we have let the non-believer have the bully pulpit and dictate the norms which are anything but what are the Judeo-Christian values and beliefs. We must take back our country, honor our Creator and stand up for our Christian faith. We can take back our country if we confess, honor and seek healing for our land especially for our children and grandchildren and one way is to show that belief is by attending a church or place of worship that we choose. We must make that effort or we will be led to slaughter by the fanatics and never would I have thought that possible in this land; but we are seeing that now as our lack of leadership who I believe is part of the problem.
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Saturday Morning
Well Friday was a work day for me as the knee is finally responding and healing. I never gave it much of a thought as I piddled our the house and gardens. Nancy was off to her weekly Friday Bible study and then picked up GG from her hair appointment so I pretty much spent the morning and afternoon alone. I did keep the squirrels out of my garden and they had a fit as every time I would leave the back yard they would head down from the trees. So I kept the BB gun handy and chased them away. I even got lucky and nailed one who did a complete flip in the air before scampering up the tree. They are so destructive as they constantly dig and bury acorns uprooting my small seedlings. I've already lost a half dozen young lettuces and kale plants as well as several beans seedlings, oh well!!!
The day started much the usual with a 6'ish roll out and then my few quiet moments to give thanks for another day and my cup of hot green tea with some fresh ginger and the spice turmeric. I've become quite use to the taste and now look forward to the concoction. I'm hoping it will continue to help with the healing of the knee and joints. I sure miss my cardio workout on the pickle ball court but today I think I will get on the bike for a short ride and see how that does. The weather has been fantastic in the morning hours with the low 60's until late afternoon when it reaches the upper 70's, so the a/c is back on overnight.
I defrosted the old stand up freezer in the garage which is 40 plus years old and then gave the outside of it a coat of paint as it was showing some rust stains. It has been a good freezer from Sears but it does require hand defrosting from time to time. That kept me busy for most of the morning. I got out a load of laundry on the clothesline as well as hand watered the gardens and chased squirrels away, so I stayed busy.
We were watching the Ross grand kiddos for the evening so I grilled drumsticks for supper along with tater tots which all of them like and the older two ate raw green beans and Brussel sprouts. Eliza ate the cooked green beans and really did a number on her chicken as well. Nancy gave them all a couple buckeye cookies and then after their baths I popped them corn while they watched a movie. It was going on 11 before Amy and Tyler got back from a deacon function and then some Christmas shopping. All of the older kiddos were asleep around 10'ish but Eliza was wide awake and when I checked on the lot in the front room I mentioned are all of them asleep and she pipped up she wasn't asleep. She is so cute and so smart.
Well that was about it for the day as after my shower I watched a little of the Gold Rush show after the News on FOX while Nancy and kiddos watched the movie, LATER
The day started much the usual with a 6'ish roll out and then my few quiet moments to give thanks for another day and my cup of hot green tea with some fresh ginger and the spice turmeric. I've become quite use to the taste and now look forward to the concoction. I'm hoping it will continue to help with the healing of the knee and joints. I sure miss my cardio workout on the pickle ball court but today I think I will get on the bike for a short ride and see how that does. The weather has been fantastic in the morning hours with the low 60's until late afternoon when it reaches the upper 70's, so the a/c is back on overnight.
I defrosted the old stand up freezer in the garage which is 40 plus years old and then gave the outside of it a coat of paint as it was showing some rust stains. It has been a good freezer from Sears but it does require hand defrosting from time to time. That kept me busy for most of the morning. I got out a load of laundry on the clothesline as well as hand watered the gardens and chased squirrels away, so I stayed busy.
We were watching the Ross grand kiddos for the evening so I grilled drumsticks for supper along with tater tots which all of them like and the older two ate raw green beans and Brussel sprouts. Eliza ate the cooked green beans and really did a number on her chicken as well. Nancy gave them all a couple buckeye cookies and then after their baths I popped them corn while they watched a movie. It was going on 11 before Amy and Tyler got back from a deacon function and then some Christmas shopping. All of the older kiddos were asleep around 10'ish but Eliza was wide awake and when I checked on the lot in the front room I mentioned are all of them asleep and she pipped up she wasn't asleep. She is so cute and so smart.
Well that was about it for the day as after my shower I watched a little of the Gold Rush show after the News on FOX while Nancy and kiddos watched the movie, LATER
Friday, December 11, 2015
Friday Morning
Well the temps have once more headed back up and into the low 80's however the mornings were rather nice as we started off in the low 60's. I opened the house up until late afternoon then it was the a/c back on for the night. We sure could use some rain as the yards are drying up and I'm still hand watering the gardens twice a day. The knee is finally responding to my treatment and I'm walking without any pain and the swelling has decreased to almost nothing as well. I'm still going to take an extra couple days of low physical activity with plenty of sit downs in between so I don't overdo it like last time. Pickle ball is on hold until next week or maybe after Christmas for now. I can ride my bike and walk to get the necessary cardio action and give the knees a break for now.
I started the day earlier than I wanted to as I awakened around 4 'ish and couldn't go back to sleep. I sure miss the heavy workout at the REC, oh well, plus I've been laying around for most of the day with the knee elevated and an ice pack. That seems to be paying off as the knee responding. After my usual cup of green tea with fresh ginger root and some turmeric powder both of which have anti-inflammatory properties I did my quiet moments and the posting of this ramble before eating an apple for my breakfast. That to is helping with a reduction in the spare tire. We did eat a rather large lunch with some leftover shrimp and noodles GG brought. Eliza Faye and I finished that dish along with a piece of frozen pizza Nancy doctored up with fresh mushrooms. She calls noodles "nudies". She is such character and loves this one set of cartoons about African animals which has no talking just a special kind of music. She climbs up on my lap and gives me the biggest grin when she sees and hears the music. We are watching all three kiddos tonight(Friday) as Amy and Tyler attend a deacon function.
I did manage to spend a little time outside with the garden hose, hand watering the gardens. Nancy took a few pictures of the one garden and I will post them at the end of this ramble. I did take off(driving) for the library and picked up three new reads. Nancy, GG and Amy made oatmeal cookies to add to the list of her Christmas cookies she makes each year and hands out to friends, family and neighbors. I did sample a couple of them but I'm trying to hold off on all those baked delights for now. We ate only vegan for supper with fried 'taters, steamed Brussel sprouts and a salad. After the cleanup we settled into the FOX News and learned once more despite the pundits and the drive by media who are now trashing Trump they are actually helping him in the polls. I truly think most Americans are so fed up with the corrupt leadership and lack of concern for US(A) with this Muslim controversy and the killings taken place in our land; so the polls indicate he is way ahead with is brash talk and we Americans want someone to finally take a stand for US(A). I really think we need someone who will stand up for US(A) and our way of life and if it takes him to do so, then I'm with him. I'm so disgusted with our elected officials and their lack of concern for US(A) and what has made US(A) a great nation and that is our Judeo-Christian principles. I really don't care if we are not inclusive of those of different nationalities. Let them stay where they are and if they do choose to come here then they must assimilate to our culture. To my knowledge we aren't forcing anyone to come here, LATER
On a business note there are a few days left until midnight of the 15th to take advantage of the BOGO offer from me and our team leaders at Amway. Every item in the catalog, store and website is two for the price of one. That is especially great for the Ribbon gift albums at this time of the year when we give gifts at Christmas time to family who are out of towners, teachers and pastors. Check it out at our website site; www.amway.com/JNTriplett'
I started the day earlier than I wanted to as I awakened around 4 'ish and couldn't go back to sleep. I sure miss the heavy workout at the REC, oh well, plus I've been laying around for most of the day with the knee elevated and an ice pack. That seems to be paying off as the knee responding. After my usual cup of green tea with fresh ginger root and some turmeric powder both of which have anti-inflammatory properties I did my quiet moments and the posting of this ramble before eating an apple for my breakfast. That to is helping with a reduction in the spare tire. We did eat a rather large lunch with some leftover shrimp and noodles GG brought. Eliza Faye and I finished that dish along with a piece of frozen pizza Nancy doctored up with fresh mushrooms. She calls noodles "nudies". She is such character and loves this one set of cartoons about African animals which has no talking just a special kind of music. She climbs up on my lap and gives me the biggest grin when she sees and hears the music. We are watching all three kiddos tonight(Friday) as Amy and Tyler attend a deacon function.
I did manage to spend a little time outside with the garden hose, hand watering the gardens. Nancy took a few pictures of the one garden and I will post them at the end of this ramble. I did take off(driving) for the library and picked up three new reads. Nancy, GG and Amy made oatmeal cookies to add to the list of her Christmas cookies she makes each year and hands out to friends, family and neighbors. I did sample a couple of them but I'm trying to hold off on all those baked delights for now. We ate only vegan for supper with fried 'taters, steamed Brussel sprouts and a salad. After the cleanup we settled into the FOX News and learned once more despite the pundits and the drive by media who are now trashing Trump they are actually helping him in the polls. I truly think most Americans are so fed up with the corrupt leadership and lack of concern for US(A) with this Muslim controversy and the killings taken place in our land; so the polls indicate he is way ahead with is brash talk and we Americans want someone to finally take a stand for US(A). I really think we need someone who will stand up for US(A) and our way of life and if it takes him to do so, then I'm with him. I'm so disgusted with our elected officials and their lack of concern for US(A) and what has made US(A) a great nation and that is our Judeo-Christian principles. I really don't care if we are not inclusive of those of different nationalities. Let them stay where they are and if they do choose to come here then they must assimilate to our culture. To my knowledge we aren't forcing anyone to come here, LATER
On a business note there are a few days left until midnight of the 15th to take advantage of the BOGO offer from me and our team leaders at Amway. Every item in the catalog, store and website is two for the price of one. That is especially great for the Ribbon gift albums at this time of the year when we give gifts at Christmas time to family who are out of towners, teachers and pastors. Check it out at our website site; www.amway.com/JNTriplett'
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