Monthly Archives: September 2022

Rubber Ducks Floating Around

Rubber Ducks Floating Around
It was a relatively uneventful morning for me other than placing a call to a dear friend of mine whom I'd not spoken with in days. We had another good chat which touched on everything from organized religion, inter-family squabbles, the increased poverty and drug abuse in our City, and pretty much everything worthy of discussion. As I've said befor … continue reading
Posted on September 20, 2022

On The Edge of Our Crescent Of Culture

On The Edge of Our Crescent Of Culture
After not having been fully-rested due to my being awakened earlier than normal and not able to get back to sleep, I simply decided get my day started and leave it at that. For sure I had to make another stop at Casey's to grab a strong cup of coffee to keep me alert the remainder of the day. I actually didn't know they're open before the hour of s … continue reading
Posted on September 19, 2022

It Sweetens Our Cares

It Sweetens Our Cares
Another Sunday morning arrived, and after having crawled out of bed earlier than normal, I put on my Sabbath's best and headed to office, but while driving there I decided to stop at a Casey's and grab a cup of their strong coffee, just so I'd be even more prepared for a long day. Upon arrival at office, my first and foremost duty was to head to … continue reading
Posted on September 18, 2022

North Iowa Band Festival of 1962

North Iowa Band Festival of 1962
The unexpected rain this morning had me trapped at office until it let up, and then after, I got my clothes changed and back outdoors I headed to get much-needed yard work done. The southerly breezes were definitely welcome once our temps started rising. I did notice on our extended weather forecast, Mason City is right on the borderline of our fir … continue reading
Posted on September 17, 2022

“Would You????”

“Would You????”
These above-average temps are welcome in one sense, but not so in others, and especially concerning these exceptionally annoying gnats that just will not leave a person alone. If I'm outdoors for any length of time, they're at me, and of course they just love going for the eyes. Thank goodness I wear glasses. I'd be curious to know what has increas … continue reading
Posted on September 16, 2022

After It’d Cooled

After It’d Cooled
While on my way to work this morning, and after glancing at my fuel gage, I stopped to get a fill-up of gas at the convenience store where I normally get it, and since the time was right about when the factory workers are stopping to pick up their grease-filled and overly sugared breakfast snacks, I internally shook my head in amazement at how litt … continue reading
Posted on September 15, 2022

To Their Wiles

To Their Wiles
It appears we're going to have above-average temps this week, which is just fine by me because I'm hoping to get as many ripened veggies harvested from my garden before the first frost, and since tomatoes and peppers are part of the nightshade family, they won't tolerate even the lightest of frosts. I've been diligently canning my San Marzano to … continue reading
Posted on September 14, 2022

New Crops of Bad Seeds

New Crops of Bad Seeds
When I looked at the outside temperature while driving to office this morning, I was a bit shocked when seeing it 49 degrees. Ouch! It won't be too many days longer and we will be getting nipped by light frostings in our low-lying areas, and I'm hoping it'll be more later than sooner because my pepper plants are finally maturing, and believe you me … continue reading
Posted on September 13, 2022

Re-Calibrating Myself

Re-Calibrating Myself
It was another night of fractured sleep, and most likely due still being in the full moon period. Not to worry, it'll soon fade and I'll be back to my normal routine. Since I was up and out early again, I managed to get a few personal chores done before heading to office, and one of them being the removal of a broken basement window belonging to a … continue reading
Posted on September 12, 2022

How to Quit Doing Nothing

How to Quit Doing Nothing
Since there was a full moon last night, and as usual, my normal sleeping pattern was altered, and with that said, I was up and out about an hour earlier than normal. The highways and streets were all the more naked at such an early hour, which I actually found delightful. I did stop at a convenience store and picked up a cup of java on my way into … continue reading
Posted on September 11, 2022