Category Archives: Clear Lake

Hill-perched Diamond

Hill-perched Diamond
Fortunately the sun finally returned after yesterday's wild storms. I wasn't the least bit surprised when seeing in the news there having been a tornado touch down north of Rockford, as when I looked to the east several times while out, those clouds appeared very menacing. I even mentioned it to one of my colleagues yesterday afternoon, and wouldn' … continue reading
Posted on July 15, 2021

Looking Down

Looking Down
What an absolutely beautiful day it turned out to be with our sunny skies and temps above 60 degrees. I did notice that our sub-soil is finally starting to defrost which will help to dry up all our annoying ponds of mud. Don't be surprised if you start seeing the return migration of all the many species of birds on their way long way back to variou … continue reading
Posted on March 7, 2021

If You Pursue Evil

If You Pursue Evil
Another hotter than "H" day arrived which seemed all the worse with today's southerly breeze which felt like a fan blowing hot air out of a 350 degree oven. You can also be sure the temperaments of the general public weren't the most kind and caring. With all the quirky happenings throughout the day, I was glad to be able to call it quits and final … continue reading
Posted on August 25, 2020

Highway Commercial

Highway Commercial
With only nine days remaining in the month of January, it looks like Mother Nature is going to make sure we're fully enveloped in snow before we're able to lay down our welcome mats for February. I shoveled outside my office three times today, and before leaving, it looked like it needed it again, but that'll be my first chore of the morning. Ju … continue reading
Posted on January 22, 2020

The Stink of Laziness

The Stink of Laziness
As I was heading to the office this morning, I noticed the temperature on the marquis at First Citizens Bank, and not a bit happy to see it in the low 20's, and of course we also had to deal with that noticeably cold wind coming out of the north, but it's winter, and what else are we to expect? I finally received back in an email today, a radica … continue reading
Posted on December 6, 2019

Drastic Price Reduction

Drastic Price Reduction
Thank goodness the sun was shining today because I was beginning to wonder if we were entering the realm of Water World. I did look at the weather forecast and it sounds like we may be getting some severe storms beginning late tomorrow, and then another possibility toward the weekend. At least the meteorologists are predicting no vortex conditions … continue reading
Posted on September 23, 2019

The Rise of Acedia

The Rise of Acedia
Unfortunately we didn't see the sun today, but at least the temperature rose above freezing which made our gray day more bearable. Oh how the wind has been blowing! Upon arriving Downtown this morning, I noticed a few cars with overnight parking tickets on them which indicated there were some who thought it better to get a ride home instead of d … continue reading
Posted on January 6, 2019

Chronic Combative Disorder

Chronic Combative Disorder
Another real estate day in the life of yours truly came and went with a few memorable happenings which have been stored safely away in my "hard drive".  One of the many blessings and curses I have, is that if I'm listening to someone say something to me, it gets hard-coded, and once in a while, when after enough time has passed, that same person w … continue reading
Posted on June 18, 2018

Too Stupid to Fail

Too Stupid to Fail
As we're approaching high summer, the daily average temps are rising along with the humidity which we can thank the recent storms for creating.  There are still people digging out from under the downed trees and broken branches around our City.  Just about everyone I talk to about that grand-daddy thunderstorm we had on the 28th of May, all have … continue reading
Posted on June 1, 2018

Clear Lake Yacht Club

Yet another “whoosh” Monday went by to where I felt as though I was in a constant state of motion.  I think I did pretty well getting everything accomplished without having conflicting appointments. Seems everyone was talking about how beautiful the weather was here in North Iowa yesterday.  I couldn't help but agree, along with wishing I'd … continue reading
Posted on July 24, 2017