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Sunday, December 14, 2025

I Hate Snow Sunday

Here I sit on a cold and wintry Sunday Morning, Kiwi and Peanut are all excited because of all of that white stuff on the ground, but I do not care for it one little bit. Michelle likes snow, but I'm not sure if I have ever mentioned it here before, but I am not a big fan of snow. I actually Hate Snow, truth be told. It makes travel hazardous and dangerous, and I prefer to not see it or feel it. That's just me, though. 

I did manage to get a good bit of my Goodbye 2025 blog written so far this weekend. It's a lot of fun reflecting on your past year when you write something each and every day. It's also good documentation and timelines of events that have been happening in my life, especially when you consider there have been well over 8,000 blog entries during my 21+ years of writing it. 

I did manage to get my windshield wipers changed yesterday morning and I mailed out our Christmas Cards for the season. One of my wipers was almost torn off the blade Friday morning, so I decided that I should get it changed before the snow and the long week coming up for me. 

Have yourself a good day, hopefully no one has to travel anywhere. 

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Saturday Morning Ramblings

Here I sit yet once again in a quiet household. I'm up collecting my thoughts for the day and trying to figure out what Kiwi and Peanut are dancing to. They are dancing to some kind of celtic music and having themselves a good old time. Of course this is my one morning to sleep in, aye carumba. 

So what is up in my world? I have worked 8 hour shifts the last two weeks and will go back to 10 hour shifts once again for the next 3 weeks. That will be 6 out of 8 weeks of working 10 hour shifts to make up for 6 Holidays (Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas and New Years) that I wouldn;t get paid for because I'm a contractor. Hopefully something breaks this year and I get on full time or get another contract where I can work from home. 

I'll probably spend a good bit of time this weekend writing my Goodby 2025 Blog that posts as the last one of the year. I actually have it formatted and half of the year written already, so the heavy lifting is done now it is just a matter of doing the last half of the year and closing it all out. 

I have been learning how to write dashboards in ESRI, which is a skillset that I really don't have, the industry has been going this way for a while, but I like the local in depth editing as opposed to making something for someone else to see. 

Have yourselves a great day, make it memorable. 

Friday, December 12, 2025

Big Ole Hairy Friday

Yes, it is once again that time of the week that we all look forward to when we can take time to cease the labors for the week and take a little bit of needed time out to enjoy the fruits of those labors. It is again the dawn of another weekend and a Big Ole Hairy Friday!!!

Kiwi has told me that he and Peanut are planning on setting up a bowling alley this weekend in the hallway and to watch where I step. He doesn't want me to mess up the lanes oil patterns and he thinks he can beat Peanut in bowling. 

I have no idea of any plans that we have this weekend as of presstime. I know I have to do some more writing for my Goodbye 2025 blog that will be the last blog of the year and recalls my year according to my blog. I will admit I have had a lot of brain farts this year as I have put out a lot of empty content so to speak. I'll do better. 

Let's get this weekend started.

Hi ho hi ho

Thursday, December 11, 2025

Photo Flashback Thursday


Once a week, I like to take a little bit of time out, time to look at some of the 30,000+ photos that I have stored on my computer. Little lost moments in time that I either captured with a lens, scanned, or just stole from somewhere on the internet. I like to find just one and post it up, recalling or reliving the picture to the best of my ability. Sometimes this is a pretty easy task, and sometimes it's not that easy, but one thing it has always been a lot of fun.

This picture I think is about 10 years old, it's me drinking out of my Marty Moose Mug I got in Amish Country. The mug is from the movie Christmas Vacation where Clark and Cousin Eddie were standing there talking and drinking eggnog. I do have a confession, my eggnog is actually Chocolate Milk and it was pretty damned good. 

We had bought the mug at Tis the Season in Millersburg. 

Have yourselves a great day. 

Hi ho hi ho

Wednesday, December 10, 2025

Lucy's Journal



Lucy’s Journal — December 10, 2025

Ohhh mercy, what a morning this turned out to be! We woke up to a beautiful blanket of fresh snow — the kind that sparkles like powdered sugar and just screams, “Come play in me!”

Peanut, of course, immediately claimed the windowsill and looked out like a hunter sizing up his prey. The Quackers (both of them) waddled up beside him, quacking in big dramatic gasps like they had just discovered the secret of the universe. And Kiwi? Kiwi was already plotting. You could hear those little gears turning in his green-feathered head.

“Lucy,” he said, puffing up proudly, “today… we make history.”

I should’ve been suspicious right then, but the thought of warm cocoa pulled my brain away for a minute. By the time I got boots on, the troops had already rolled a snowball halfway across the yard. I don’t know HOW they got organized so fast.

The Quackers had clearly been lifting weights, because they were patting and stomping snow like a couple of crossfit champions. Peanut supervised — naturally — and Kiwi hopped atop the growing snowball shouting instructions like a general in the middle of battle.

“This is gonna be the biggest snowball EVER!” Kiwi chirped.

And honestly… they weren’t far off.

Soon they had a snowball nearly as tall as Peanut. They decided the next logical step was to declare an all-out snowball war. They formed two teams:

Team Lucy & Peanut
vs.
Team Kiwi & Quackers

The second I picked up a little snowball, Kiwi screeched, “FIRE!” and three tiny but vicious snowballs pelleted me right in the coat. Peanut hiss-laughed beside me and started scooping snow into his paws like a furry little catapult.

The Quackers waddled straight at us, heads down, wings out, like they were storming a fortress. And Kiwi — bless his mischievous little soul — dive-bombed from the lilac bush, smacking me with a snowball the size of a softball.

Peanut retaliated by launching a snowball so perfectly formed I swear he studied aerodynamics. It hit Kiwi square in the chest and sent him tumbling backward into the giant snowball they had built earlier.

And that was the moment things escalated.

Because that big snowball started rolling.

And rolling.

And rolling!!!

It scooped up both Quackers, Kiwi, and poor Peanut who clawed at it trying to escape, but nope — rolling snow monster now. Down the little slope in the yard it went, collecting more snow like some giant winter burrito, until it finally smacked into the maple tree with a WHUMP!

Out popped everyone, covered head-to-tail in white fluffy snow like four confused marshmallows.

Nobody was hurt, thank goodness. But Peanut looked like a snowman with whiskers, Kiwi resembled a snow-covered kiwi fruit, and the Quackers just shook themselves off like wet dogs and waddled away peacefully as if that didn’t just happen.

We ended it with cocoa (for me), warm towels, sunflower seeds for Kiwi, cat treats for Peanut, and bread bits for the Quackers. Everyone agreed that this was the best snow day ever.

Though… we also agreed that we should maybe avoid giant rolling snowballs in the future.

Maybe.

Probably.

Okay, fine — DEFINITELY.

But knowing this bunch?

There’s no promises.

Lucy

Tuesday, December 09, 2025

Tuesday's Tidbits

* Monday is yet once again in our rear view mirrors, we are chugging along with another week of work and aiming towards the weekend. 

* It has been 22,630 days since I was born, that is 21 years using my new,  new, new, and improved 1,069-day Calendar. 

* It has been 7,882 days since I graduated from WVU with a Degree in Geography. I love what I do and am thankful to still be working in my field. 

* 6,476 days ago Michelle and I had our first date together. Life has been much better since then. 

* 5,680  days ago I proposed to Michelle in the backyard at 4:00 in the morning. I've been the luckiest guy since that fateful day. 

* It was 5,717 days ago in front of our closest friends and family, for the most part, Michelle and I became husband and wife at the Marilla Center, it was a great day with friends and family. 

* I have now lived 2,855 days longer than my Dad did and I'm still going strong, slowing down but still going. 

* Michelle has been living a clean and productive life and beat that alcohol demon 1,509 days ago today. 

* My older Brother Jonathan lived 21,273 days, I've now outlived him by 1,372 days, making me Senior Supreme Sibling once again! 

* Old roommate Gregg proposed to his fiancée 87 days ago, I'm happy for those two. 

* I have 2,255 days to go until I retire, give or take a few hundred days here or there, but I love doing what I do. Who knows, though, doing what I do I may never retire.

* There are 357 days until I hit the age of 63. Yeah I know, I'm really older than 21. 

* There are only 241 more days to go until Michelle and I will celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary......maybe

* There are 100 days until my favorite season begins, a lot of people love different seasons, I am a Spring person who loves the Springtime. 

* 62 more days until Phil steps to center stage once again for Groundhog Day.    

* 24 more days to go until my Goodbye 2025 Blog is posted. Hopefully, I can put some better content together this year.

* There are 15 more shopping days left until Christmas 2025. We're down to double digits, quick everyone panic. 

* It has been ∞ (infinity symbol) days that I have hated both Pitt and Penn State.

* I have written 8,172 blogs in what is now 21 years of Blogging. 

* Older Drone still needs to be sent out for repairs, not a big priority at this time. My little drone is awesome and I really like it....when I take time out to fly it.  

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Releigh has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Bella has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* They both have their own stores, their own campaigns and their own goals to meet. 

* Let's keep it in the same household, go give Crown of Scars a listen. It's my Nephew Moke and he tells his life story through song, so listen to the lyrics, it's pretty deep. 

* Still playing Monopoly Go, but not as often, as a matter of a fact I haven't touched it in a while. 

* This is my favorite TikTok, pretty bad to think you are answer to the Jeopardy question and get it wrong. 

* Progress on my Selfie in Space, right here. We are ready for liftoff and holding. 

* I think my AI skills are really expanding, I'm using a number of them doing all kinds of different tasks (other than drawing pictures). 

* Have yourselves a great day

* Hi ho hi ho

Monday, December 08, 2025

Monday

All good things must come to an end—but if you’ve got to wrap up the weekend, today’s a pretty exciting way to do it. Now it’s time to take our collective noses and press them firmly back onto the grindstone of life. Back to work, back to the hustle, back to doing our part to make this spinning rock a better place.

Kiwi and Peanut have decided that they are going to give Daddy a hand today at the office. They said they wanted to come in and help me work, I think Kiwi just wants to fly around and do reconnaissance about my office mates. Peanut thinks she gets extra treats if she comes in, truth be told she will nap all day, don't let her fool you.

Nothing on my agenda for the week that I know of yet, we usually have a catch up meeting every Monday to go over what everyone has been working on. Those have been kind of hit or miss during the holiday season. Other than that I have a few new projects, one is to build a dashboard, but that is going to take some Project Mangement skills. Great way to pick up a new skillset. 

Have yourselves a great day. 

Hi ho hi ho


Sunday, December 07, 2025

Sunday Mourning (not a misspelling)

This blog is one that I wish I didn't have to write, but for documentation and healing it needs to be written. 

On November 7th, Hayley confided to her Mom that she had taken a pregnancy test and that she had a positive result. Her and Tyler were excited as they wanted to get pregnant and they were both Super Excited as was Michelle. It was pretty much kept under wraps until Hayley could have an ultra sound done and then they would make the official announcement. 

On November 24th she had her first Ultra-Sound, but it was inconclusive as they were unable to get a proper reading on it. They did mention that her HCG levels were very high and that it could possibly be twins. 

On December 1st, Hayley had a second ultra sound done here in Morgantown and while it was confirmed by that ultra sound that she was pregnant with twins, then came the earth-shattering news. Hayley said the ultrasound room was very quiet and she began to worry a little bit then came the news, that neither one of the twins had a heartbeat, she had lost both children. 

On Thursday she had a D&C performed and she is still recovering both physically and psychologically. 

Please keep Hayley, Tyler and Michelle all in your thoughts and prayers as they were all very excited to welcome these planned family additions. They are three very special people in my life and my heart hurts because theirs is broken. 

Saturday, December 06, 2025

Saturday Morning Ramblings

Here I sit once again in a quiet household, Kiwi and Peanut are up and doing nothing. Kiwi keeps reminding me that he is Kiwi and Peanut is playing a game of hide and go seek with no one other than herself. Cats do tend to do crazy things like that at times. 

Congratulations are in store for the 2025 AAAA WV Football State Champion, Morgantown Mohigans, defeating Martinsburg 28-21 and bringing the title home to Morgantown. 

It was two years ago today that our friend Trish had her heart removed from her body and they transplanted a donor heart. She seems to be doing great and it has influenced Layla to persue a career in Medicine. 

I really have no plans today, Michelle is planning on baking cookies as this is the only weekend her and her sisters all have available before Christmas. As of press time I honestly don't have any ideas as of yet. Not sure oif they are doing it here, one of Dani or Chris's houses or going back to the church again to bake.It's going to be a one-day thing again this year either way. 

I will probably be working on my Goodbye 2026 Blog this weekend, I have the formatting of it done and I think January written. I might try to review 3 or 4 months later today and start knocking it out for the end of the year. 

Have yourselves a great day. 

Friday, December 05, 2025

Big Ole Hairy Friday

Yes, it is once again that time of the week that we all look forward to when we can take time to cease the labors for the week and take a little bit of needed time out to enjoy the fruits of those labors. It is again the dawn of another weekend and a Big Ole Hairy Friday!

Are you looking for a little bit of High School Football? This will be the last time in 2025 that I will be referring to it, because it is the State Championship Weekend and it's all over after tomorrow. Four State Champions will be crowned and the season will officially be over with. All I have now is the NFL and the College Bowl Season. Morgantown High punched their ticket and will be playing Martinsburg, who I honestly don't know if we can beat after they beat UHS last week. Clay Battelle last week avended an earlier season loss to advance to the State Championship against Wheeling Central. Good luck to both Monongalia County teams tryiong to bring home a  state Champinship and congratulations to University High for making it to the semi-finals against a juggernaught. 

So what is on our agenda? Tomorrow is going to be a cookie baking weekend for Michelle and her sisters. I don't have any details asd of yet, we just know that this is the only time that they will all be available to do it before Christmas due to Dani, Chris and Amanda all having to travel for work over the next few weeks. 

Have yourselves a great day

Hi ho hi ho

Thursday, December 04, 2025

Photo Flashback Thursday



Once a week, I like to take a little bit of time out, time to look at some of the 30,000+ photos that I have stored on my computer. Little lost moments in time that I either captured with a lens, scanned, or just stole from somewhere on the internet. I like to find just one and post it up, recalling or reliving the picture to the best of my ability. Sometimes this is a pretty easy task, and sometimes it's not that easy, but one thing it has always been a lot of fun.

This picture was taken this past summer at Hovatters. Michelle loves giraffes and I thought she would be the one getting her picture taken, but alas it was none other than Hayley who was feeding her new long necked friend. 

Have yourselves a great day

Hi ho hi ho

Happy Birthday Kim Sanjulian

I would like to take this opportunity to wish my Sister Kim SanJulian a very Happy Birthday today. We started out in life where I was one year older than her, but since I am only 21 years old, she has passed me up by a couple of years by now.

Kim is an amazing sister, one that I have had numerous arguments through the years, but there has always been a great deal of respect for her and her viewpoint even though I would never let her know that. She has made selfless sacrifices for others and that is a characteristic that is to be commended.

Not sure what Kim and Robert have planned for the day, but I'm sure it will either be a nice dinner or something along those lines that will be memorable. I know she really likes Minards in Fairmont, but who knows. 

If you see Kim today, take a little bit of time out and wish her a very Happy Birthday today.

Happy Birthday Kim, make it a great one.

Wednesday, December 03, 2025

Lucy's Journal


 Lucy’s Journal — December 3, 2025

Well, mercy me… today was supposed to be a nice, calm Wednesday. A simple “let’s get some chores done” kind of day. But of course that’s not how it went. Not in this house. Not with Kiwi, Peanut, and those feathered menaces known as the Quackers.

It all started when I decided to reorganize the pantry. Apparently, the moment I opened that door, my entire household heard a mystical chime that translated to: “Adventure awaits—charge forth!”

Kiwi was the first to dive in, wings fluttering like he was Indiana Jones entering a forbidden temple. He found the bag of dried mango right away (of course), ripped it open, and immediately started celebrating like he’d just discovered ancient treasure. Mango dust everywhere. The Quackers saw this, honked in excitement, and stampeded in after him.

Meanwhile Peanut, who I thought was sleeping on the couch, suddenly came barreling down the hallway with the single-minded focus of a raccoon who’s just heard someone open a can of tuna. She dove into the pantry like a furry torpedo, skidded across the floor, knocked over a stack of green beans, and then popped up with a proud “Mrrraaap!” like she’d saved us from something.

Chaos erupted instantly.

Kiwi was perched on the cereal shelf, screaming “WHEEP!” every time Peanut got too close. Peanut was standing guard over a box of spaghetti like it was sacred. The Quackers started tugging at a loaf of bread in a three-way duck tug-of-war. And me? I was in the corner wondering why I ever clean anything at all.

Things only escalated when Kiwi discovered the box of instant oatmeal packets. He grabbed one, flew out of the pantry, and began circling the kitchen like a crop-duster, flinging oatmeal dust behind him in a blizzard of whole grains.

Peanut saw the raining oats and decided it was her moment to leap. She launched herself off the counter (where she did NOT have permission to be), swatted at Kiwi mid-air, missed entirely, landed on the dish towel rack, and pulled the whole thing down with her.

The Quackers, seeing towels fall, assumed it was a victory flag and began honking triumphantly.

By the time the commotion died down, my kitchen looked like someone had blended a farm, a bakery, and a demolition site.

Kiwi ended up proudly sitting in a mixing bowl like it was his new throne.

Peanut strutted away with a single spaghetti noodle draped over her shoulder like a fashion accessory.

And the Quackers waddled off happily, each carrying a stolen cracker in their bills, as if they’d just completed a well-coordinated heist.

I guess I’ll clean tomorrow. Or next week. Or… never.
Living with this crew, the pantry may just have to remain a wild, lawless frontier.

Lucy, exhausted but still laughing.

Tuesday, December 02, 2025

Tuesday's Tidbits

* Monday is yet once again in our rear view mirrors, we are chugging along with another week of work and aiming towards the weekend. 

* It has been 22,623 days since I was born, that is 21 years using my new,  new, new, and improved 1,069-day Calendar. 

* It has been 7,875 days since I graduated from WVU with a Degree in Geography. I love what I do and am thankful to still be working in my field. 

* 6,469 days ago Michelle and I had our first date together. Life has been much better since then. 

* 5,673  days ago I proposed to Michelle in the backyard at 4:00 in the morning. I've been the luckiest guy since that fateful day. 

* It was 5,710 days ago in front of our closest friends and family, for the most part, Michelle and I became husband and wife at the Marilla Center, it was a great day with friends and family. 

* I have now lived 2,848 days longer than my Dad did and I'm still going strong, slowing down but still going. 

* Michelle has been living a clean and productive life and beat that alcohol demon 1,502 days ago today. 

* My older Brother Jonathan lived 21,273 days, I've now outlived him by 1,365 days, making me Senior Supreme Sibling once again! 

* Old roommate Gregg proposed to his fiancée 80 days ago, I'm happy for those two. 

* I have 2,262 days to go until I retire, give or take a few hundred days here or there, but I love doing what I do. Who knows, though, doing what I do I may never retire.

* There are 364 days until I hit the age of 63. Yeah I know, I'm really older than 21. 

* There are only 248 more days to go until Michelle and I will celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary......maybe

* There are 107 days until my favorite season begins, a lot of people love different seasons, I am a Spring person who loves the Springtime. 

* 69 more days until Phil steps to center stage once again for Groundhog Day.    

* 43 more days to go until my Goodbye 2025 Blog is posted. Hopefully, I can put some better content together this year.

* There are 22 more shopping days left until Christmas 2025. We're down to double digits, quick everyone panic. 

* It has been ∞ (infinity symbol) days that I have hated both Pitt and Penn State.

* I have written 8,164 blogs in what is now 21 years of Blogging. 

* Older Drone still needs to be sent out for repairs, not a big priority at this time. My little drone is awesome and I really like it....when I take time out to fly it.  

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Releigh has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Bella has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* They both have their own stores, their own campaigns and their own goals to meet. 

* Let's keep it in the same household, go give Crown of Scars a listen. It's my Nephew Moke and he tells his life story through song, so listen to the lyrics, it's pretty deep. 

* Still playing Monopoly Go, but not as often, as a matter of a fact I haven't touched it in a while. 

* This is my favorite TikTok, Kiwi can already say Alexa and he does like the Bee Gees.

* Progress on my Selfie in Space, right here. We are ready for liftoff and holding. 

* I think my AI skills are really expanding, I'm using a number of them doing all kinds of different tasks (other than drawing pictures). 

* Have yourselves a great day

* Hi ho hi ho

Monday, December 01, 2025

Monday

All good things must come to an end—but if you’ve got to wrap up the weekend, today’s a pretty exciting way to do it. Now it’s time to take our collective noses and press them firmly back onto the grindstone of life. Back to work, back to the hustle, back to doing our part to make this spinning rock a better place.

Would you believe I get to go back to an 8 hour shift for a couple of weeks. I've been working 10's the last three weeks to make up for three Holidays that Hope had in November. I can enjoy this for about two weeks and I have to do it again for Christmas and New Years, but I get a couple of weeks where I can just enjoy a normal workday so I will take full advantage of that. 

As I was leaving this morning Kiwi and Peanut were celebrating, I guess four days of me being at home kind of spoils their no Mom and Dad time where they can plan out their mischief for the week. They had some Bee Gees playing and they were a dancing as Michelle and I were walking out the door. 

Have yoursleves a great day today, make it a special one...or treat it as any other. Your choice. 

Hi ho hi ho

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Sunday

Here I sit in a quiet household, Peanut and Kiwi said this is the last of the humans four day weekend and they are worn out and want to take the day and nap all day long. The Steelers play this afternoon and they will be ready for it. 

So what is on my agenda for the day? I may start doing a little bit of formatting for my end-of-the-year blog. That is the blog post that relives everything that has happened over the last year, and is my last blog post for any year. It's also the one that takes me the most time to write as I scan through my blog month by month, looking for relevant content. I have a feeling this is going to be a tough year to do, especially when a few pets have taken over most of the content, if you know what I mean. 

Plans for the day, doing a few things around the house as we prepare for another workweek. I'll be back to 8 hour days this week and next, then it'll be back to 10 hours to make up for Christmas and those days. I had a job last month that would have been 18 months and literally double the pay, but it fell through at the very last minute. Even had my computer in hand, so I'm still at Hope living the life of a contractor. 

Have yoursleves a great day, make it special. 

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Saturday

Here I sit in a semi-quiet household, Peanut and Kiwi are up playing another game of Chess. Peanut won all four games they played last year, but Kiwi the Master of everything, was convinced that he could finally beat the Chess Master. Although after thoroughly examining the board, Peanut is just kicking his little tail feathered butt all over the place. 

The last home Football game of the year is this afternoon in Morgantown. WVU will be taking on Texas Tech who is ranked #5 right now, which could indicate a very bad game for us potentially. Don't count these boys out though, Rich wants something to make a statement and get the momentum for next year and this could very well be it. No promises, but it would not surprise me one bit if they are ready to give Texas Tech a game. 

I hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving Holiday, we went to the firehall like we do every year and it was once again a huge success. It is truly amazing how so many people can come together and get so much done to create so much good food and treats in a short period of time. They are some amazing people to say the least. 

Michelle has a birthday poarty to go to today, me I'm watching football. 

Have a great day. 

Friday, November 28, 2025

Big Ole Hairy Friday

Yes, it is once again that time of the week that we all look forward to when we can take time to cease the labors for the week and take a little bit of needed time out to enjoy the fruits of those labors. It is again the dawn of another weekend and a Big Ole Hairy Friday, although I am off today as it is a Holiday at Hope. 

Kiwi and Peanut are already up and out the door looking for some Black Friday Deals. They wanted to hit it early so that they could avoind any of the Black Friday rush sales, but I think the days of up all night and mobs have died down in the past 10 or so year since so many people now shop and buy online rather than dealing with the madness, if there really are any deals in the stores like there used to be. 

Are you looking for a little bit of High School Football? It's the semi-finals and I know we are all excited. ALL Three Monongalia County Teams advanced to the Semi-Finals. University High went down to Huntington and knocked off #2 Huntington in their house. They get to travel to Martinsburg and take them on this weekend. Morgantown needed double Overtime and a 4th Quarter comeback to beat Spring Mills. They will be hosting Jefferson this weekend. Clay Battelle had an easy time with Wirst County and should be hosting Cameron this evening in Blacksville. Cameron is their only loss this season, but that was in their house. Congratulations to all three High Schools for making the Semi-Finals and sweeping last week. Good luck to all three teams this weekend. 

Have yourselves a great day, and an even better weekend. Remember the students are probably getting ready to come back into town after their fall break, and there is the final home football game of the season tomorrow, so there shall be traffic. 

Thursday, November 27, 2025

Happy Thanksgiving

 


As the aroma of turkey fills the air and the table starts to crowd with all the good stuff—mashed potatoes, stuffing, pies, and family favorites—I wanted to take a moment to wish each and every one of you a warm and joyful Thanksgiving.

This time of year always reminds us to slow down just a little, look around, and truly appreciate the people, moments, and blessings that make life meaningful. Whether you're spending the day surrounded by family, sharing laughs with friends, watching football, sneaking extra dessert, or just enjoying a peaceful day off, I hope it brings you comfort, gratitude, and a full plate.

Thanksgiving is about more than just the feast—it’s about connection, kindness, and recognizing all the little things we often overlook. So today, I’m thankful for you: readers, friends, and everyone who stops by to be part of this space.

May your day be cozy, your conversations lively, your food amazing, and your heart full.

Have a wonderful and Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🦃🍽️

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Lucy's Journal


November 26

Well folks, it’s the day before Thanksgiving, and you’d think we were preparing for a royal banquet instead of a simple family feast. As usual, my crew has turned what should be a calm, organized day of cooking into a full-blown circus.

I rolled out of bed this morning to the smell of something burning—not unusual around here—and found Benny standing over a smoking skillet. He proudly announced he was “testing” different ways to cook cranberries. Not cranberry sauce. Not cranberries in a dish. Just cranberries. In a skillet. Popping everywhere like red popcorn. The kitchen looks like a Jackson Pollock painting.

Meanwhile, Trudy spent the whole morning polishing the good silverware. I tried to explain that we don’t even have good silverware—just the mismatched forks we’ve collected from yard sales—but she said, “Presentation is everything.” She also tried to iron the paper napkins. Yes. Paper.

Hank volunteered to take care of the turkey, which immediately made me nervous. Last year he tried to deep-fry one in a trash can and we nearly lost our eyebrows. This time, though, he swears he’s doing it “by the book.” I’m not sure what book he’s referring to, but the turkey is currently thawing in a bathtub full of warm water and rubber ducks. I don’t have the heart to tell him that’s not quite FDA-approved.

Molly and Pete were in charge of dessert, and I have to say, I think they did the best so far. They baked three pies—pumpkin, apple, and something they’re calling “mystery surprise.” I asked what the mystery was, and they just smiled. I’m… concerned.

The highlight of the day had to be when Benny and Trudy got into an argument over whether stuffing should be cooked inside the turkey or in its own pan. The debate escalated until Benny tried to crawl inside the oven to demonstrate his “hands-on approach,” and Trudy chased him around with a wooden spoon yelling, “Not in my kitchen!”

By evening, the house smelled like cinnamon, turkey seasoning, burnt cranberries, and chaos. But somehow, amidst all the mayhem, it felt warm—homey, even. Everyone was laughing, planning, bumping into each other, and doing their best in their own… unique ways.

So as I sit here writing this, sipping a mug of hot cider, I can’t help but feel thankful for my ridiculous, lovable crew. Tomorrow’s feast might be a disaster, a triumph, or something in between—but it’ll be ours.

And that’s something to be grateful for.

– Lucy

Happy Birthday Valarie Wolfe

I would like to take this opportunity to help my niece Valarie Wolfe celebrate the 21st anniversary of her 21st Birthday today and her first as a Grandmother. 

Much like me we have both decided that we are not getting any older, and instead, we celebrate anniversaries of Birthdays. Now I use the 1,100-day calendar, Val uses a 710-day Calender to achieve her desired birthday. It's the Hall Rule, that makes the number of days in a year a variable based on how many days need to be in it to not exceed 21 years of age. 

Val is a very inspiring young lady, she is battling a crippling disease head-on and doing it with a smile. She is always one to volunteer and lend a helping hand when needed or just being someone to talk to. I would not trade her for the world. 

 I'm not sure if Aaron or any of the kids have anything planned for the day, unless it was last night, but you know it will be special and memorable. If you see this amazing young woman today, make sure that you wish her a very Happy Birthday. 

 Happy Birthday Val.

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Tuesday's Tidbits

* Monday is yet once again in our rear view mirrors, we are chugging along with another week of work and aiming towards the weekend. 

* It has been 22,616 days since I was born, that is 21 years using my new,  new, new, and improved 1,069-day Calendar. 

* It has been 7,868 days since I graduated from WVU with a Degree in Geography. I love what I do and am thankful to still be working in my field. 

* 6,462 days ago Michelle and I had our first date together. Life has been much better since then. 

* 5,666  days ago I proposed to Michelle in the backyard at 4:00 in the morning. I've been the luckiest guy since that fateful day. 

* It was 5,703 days ago in front of our closest friends and family, for the most part, Michelle and I became husband and wife at the Marilla Center, it was a great day with friends and family. 

* I have now lived 2,841 days longer than my Dad did and I'm still going strong, slowing down but still going. 

* Michelle has been living a clean and productive life and beat that alcohol demon 1,495 days ago today. 

* My older Brother Jonathan lived 21,273 days, I've now outlived him by 1,358 days, making me Senior Supreme Sibling once again! 

* Old roommate Gregg proposed to his fiancée 73 days ago, I'm happy for those two. 

* I have 2,269 days to go until I retire, give or take a few hundred days here or there, but I love doing what I do. Who knows, though, doing what I do I may never retire.

* There are only 255 more days to go until Michelle and I will celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary......maybe

* There are 115 days until my favorite season begins, a lot of people love different seasons, I am a Spring person who loves the Springtime. 

* 76 more days until Phil steps to center stage once again for Groundhog Day.    

* 43 more days to go until my Goodbye 2025 Blog is posted. Hopefully, I can put some better content together this year.

* There are 29 more shopping days left until Christmas 2025. We're down to double digits, quick everyone panic. 

* There are 8 days until I hit the age of 62. Yeah I know, I'm really older than 21. 

* It has been ∞ (infinity symbol) days that I have hated both Pitt and Penn State.

* I have written 8,156 blogs in what is now 21 years of Blogging. 

* Older Drone still needs to be sent out for repairs, not a big priority at this time. My little drone is awesome and I really like it....when I take time out to fly it.  

* It's still football season, Basketball is looking good from what I have seen so far. 

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Releigh has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Bella has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* They both have their own stores, their own campaigns and their own goals to meet. 

* Let's keep it in the same household, go give Crown of Scars a listen. It's my Nephew Moke and he tells his life story through song, so listen to the lyrics, it's pretty deep. 

* Still playing Monopoly Go, but not as often. 

* Working 10 hour shifts both this week to make up for 2 Holidays Hope has. 

* This is my favorite TikTok, this is a bug signing. He was Penn States top recruit and Ohio State was coming after him hot and heavy. 

* Progress on my Selfie in Space, right here. We are ready for liftoff and holding. 

* I think my AI skills are really expanding, I'm using a number of them doing all kinds of different tasks (other than drawing pictures). 

* Have yourselves a great day

* Hi ho hi ho

Monday, November 24, 2025

Monday

All good things must come to an end—but if you’ve got to wrap up the weekend, today’s a pretty exciting way to do it. Now it’s time to take our collective noses and press them firmly back onto the grindstone of life. Back to work, back to the hustle, back to doing our part to make this spinning rock a better place.

I'm working 10 hour shifts once again this week to make up for the two holidays (Thanksgiving and the day after) that my workplace has scheduled for this week. Being a contractor, if I want paid for them I have to make the hours up and I have been doing that last week and this week. This week for me only consists of three days of me actually going into the office so it's not going to be as bad as it was the past two weeks. 

I'm trying to get the GIS Sharepoint up and running at work, I've had it basically done for over a month, but was waiting on feedback on it. There are a few things I can add for content, but someone other than me needs to be providing those documents plus I am an editor on our Sharepoint, but it's still limited on the backend as to what I can do. 

Have yoursleves a great day. 

Hi ho hi ho

Sunday, November 23, 2025

Sunday

Here I sit once again in a quiet household, Kiwi and Peanut decided to do a practice turkey over night, I don't have the heart to tell them that is needs to be baked. Spray painting a raw turkey is not considered baking a turkey. Good thing it was just a small Cornish hen and not a 20lb turkey...lol

The Mountaineers were off yesterday, but they play this coming Saturday in what will be the final game of the 2025 season. I can't reiterate enough how excited I am with the direction the program is going, Rich came back in a changed the entire culture and has them going in the right direction. It's just a matter of time. 

The Steelers are back in that 1:00 Sunday Afternoon time slot that I prefer to the late night games. I like being able to watch the game and see how it develops, those prime time games are for the birds in my opinion. 

Hats off to all three area High School Football teams as they all advanced to the State Semi-Finals over the weekend. University beat a team I didn't think they would beat and Morgantown struggled in Double Overtime against a team they shut out earlier this year in their house. Clay Battelle just rolled. 

Have yourself a great day, make it relaxing and memorable. 

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Saturday Morning Ramblings


Here I sit in a quiet household, Kiwi and Peanut have decided to play with some video AI of them watching some football while taking a nap on the couch. I hope they don't spill any of that koolaide anywhere because that stuff stains and is almost impossible to get up. I will have to say Peanut is worn out and Kiwi as always is looking to play a practical joke. 

Well that long week was over with, worked 50 and banked 10 hours for this upcoming week so I can have Thursday and Friday off since they are holidays at Hope and I'm just a lowly contractor. 

I would say I will be watching football today, but who knows. I thought the Mountaineers played today but it is a bye week and they will return home next week to play their final game of the season. I'm seeing a lot of things I like and I really think Rich has the program going in the right direction with a big change in culture. 

You might notice there is less traffic around town this week, the students are off on fall break and will return on the 1st of December, which will be another anniversary of my 21st birthday. 

Have yourselves a great day. 

Friday, November 21, 2025

Big Ole Hairy Friday

Yes, it is once again that time of the week that we all look forward to when we can take time to cease the labors for the week and take a little bit of needed time out to enjoy the fruits of those labors. It is again the dawn of another weekend and a Big Ole Hairy Friday!!!

Are you looking for a little bit of High School Football? I know I am. Top-ranked Morgantown High won 56-0 last week and will be home again to take on Spring Mills, whom they beat 21-0 on their field earlier this season. University High put a 62-14 hammering on Parkersburg last week and will now travel to take on  #2 Huntington. 

You might notice that the town has a little bit less traffic after tomorrow. It's fall break for the students, a time when a lot of them go home for the week as the dorms are closed. It's one of those times that the students are here, it's football season, so there is still the game day traffic, but it will subside starting Sunday. 

Have yourselves a great day.

Hi ho hi ho


Thursday, November 20, 2025

Photo Flashback Thursday


Once a week, I like to take a little bit of time out, time to look at some of the 30,000+ photos that I have stored on my computer. Little lost moments in time that I either captured with a lens, scanned, or just stole from somewhere on the internet. I like to find just one and post it up, recalling or reliving the picture to the best of my ability. Sometimes this is a pretty easy task, and sometimes it's not that easy, but one thing it has always been a lot of fun.

This pic goes back 10 years, it was on our 2015 Cruise, and it was taken on our first formal night, we had a shot taken on the grand stairway between the second the third floors. On the second floor was where all of the scenes were set up, and upstairs is were the photos are all displayed. 

The first formal night (at least back then) was when Lobster and Prime Rib were available in the main dining room. You can get it on any night, but there is an upcharge on any other night you get it. Michelle looked lovely in her dress and of course I looked nice and dapper. 

Have yourself a great day. 

Hi ho hi ho

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Lucy's Journal



 Lucy’s Journal — November 19th

Dear Journal,

Today was supposed to be simple. Just a quick little adventure to round up a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner. Easy, right? WRONG. I should’ve known things would go sideways the moment Kiwi started sharpening a tiny fork like he was in some kind of prison movie.

The crew assembled at dawn:

  • Peanut, acting like he was the world’s greatest hunter (he is not).

  • Kiwi, perched on my shoulder, muttering something about “maximum gobble extraction.”

  • The Quackers, waddling in formation like a discount military unit.
    And of course, me — clearly the only sane one.

Our first stop was the edge of the woods, where Peanut claimed he saw “the biggest turkey ever, like, NFL-lineman big.” I doubted it, but the Quackers were hyped, so in we went.

That’s when we heard it.
GOBBLE.
Not a friendly gobble.
A warning gobble.

Peanut bolted immediately. So much for the world’s greatest hunter.

Kiwi, on the other hand, puffed up like he was ready to rumble. “Show yourself, feathered coward!” he screeched.

Then it stepped out.

The. Biggest. Turkey. I have EVER seen.
This thing looked like it bench-pressed pumpkins for fun. It glared at us like we were dinner.

The Quackers retreated in reverse. Kiwi whispered, “We may need backup.” I whispered back, “We are the backup.”

The turkey took one step toward us and Peanut came flying out of a pile of leaves yelling, “RETREAT! RETREAT!” Kiwi immediately abandoned the mission and dove into my coat pocket. The Quackers formed a panicked V-formation and flapped away even though they cannot fly. It was chaos.

We made it home with:

  • No turkey

  • A story

  • A vow to buy our Thanksgiving bird frozen from the store like normal humans and animals

Peanut swears he wasn’t scared. Kiwi claims the turkey “cheated by being huge.” The Quackers have pledged never to speak of today again.

As for me? I’m just grateful we escaped without becoming part of its Thanksgiving dinner.

Until next time,
Lucy 🦃🦆🐾

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Tuesday's Tidbits

* Monday is yet once again in our rear view mirrors, we are chugging along with another week of work and aiming towards the weekend. 

* It has been 22,609 days since I was born, that is 21 years using my new,  new, new, and improved 1,069-day Calendar. 

* It has been 7,861 days since I graduated from WVU with a Degree in Geography. I love what I do and am thankful to still be working in my field. 

* 6,455 days ago Michelle and I had our first date together. Life has been much better since then. 

* 5,659  days ago I proposed to Michelle in the backyard at 4:00 in the morning. I've been the luckiest guy since that fateful day. 

* It was 5,697 days ago in front of our closest friends and family, for the most part, Michelle and I became husband and wife at the Marilla Center, it was a great day with friends and family. 

* I have now lived 2,834 days longer than my Dad did and I'm still going strong, slowing down but still going. 

* Michelle has been living a clean and productive life and beat that alcohol demon 1,488 days ago today. 

* My older Brother Jonathan lived 21,273 days, I've now outlived him by 1,351 days, making me Senior Supreme Sibling once again! 

* Old roommate Gregg proposed to his fiancée 66 days ago, I'm happy for those two. 

* I have 2,276 days to go until I retire, give or take a few hundred days here or there, but I love doing what I do. Who knows, though, doing what I do I may never retire.

* There are only 262 more days to go until Michelle and I will celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary. 

* There are 122 days until my favorite season begins, a lot of people love different seasons, I am a Spring person who loves the Springtime. 

* 83 more days until Phil steps to center stage once again for Groundhog Day.    

* 50 more days to go until my Goodbye 2025 Blog is posted. Hopefully, I can put some better content together this year.

* There are 36 more shopping days left until Christmas 2025. We're down to double digits, quick everyone panic. 

* There are 15 days until I hit the age of 62. Yeah I know, I'm really older than 21. 

* It has been ∞ (infinity symbol) days that I have hated both Pitt and Penn State.

* I have written 8,148 blogs in what is now 21 years of Blogging. 

* Older Drone still needs to be sent out for repairs, not a big priority at this time. My little drone is awesome and I really like it....when I take time out to fly it.  

* It's still football season, Basketball is looking good from what I have seen so far. 

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Releigh has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Bella has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* They both have their own stores, their own campaigns and their own goals to meet. 

* Let's keep it in the same household, go give Crown of Scars a listen. It's my Nephew Moke and he tells his life story through song, so listen to the lyrics, it's pretty deep. 

* Still playing Monopoly Go, but not as often. 

* Working 10 hour shifts both this and next week to make up for 2 Holidays Hope has. 

* This is my favorite TikTok, sing along. 

* Progress on my Selfie in Space, right here. We are ready for liftoff and holding. 

* I think my AI skills are really expanding, I'm using a number of them doing all kinds of different taks (other than drawing pictures). 

* Have yourselves a great day

* Hi ho hi ho

Monday, November 17, 2025

Monday

All good things must come to an end—but if you’ve got to wrap up the weekend, today’s a pretty exciting way to do it. Now it’s time to take our collective noses and press them firmly back onto the grindstone of life. Back to work, back to the hustle, back to doing our part to make this spinning rock a better place.

As us Humans are slaving away, Kiwi and Peanut are ordering Pizza and spending the day watching Disney movies with animals. Peanut likes The Lion King, Peanut likes Rio and it's not hard to figure out why they like those genres of movies. 

Me I'm working longer days this week and next to bank hours for next week. Two Holidays are coming up, and the life of a contractor has some negative perks, and no holidays happen to be one of them. No biggie, I get a four-day weekend NEXT weekend, not this one coming which I don't mind one bit. 

Have yourselves a great day

Hi ho hi ho

Sunday, November 16, 2025

Sunday

Here I once again sit in a quiet household, I think Kiwi ordered a pan flute and Zamfir's Greatest Hits for inspiration; he's been up all night playing the pan flute and causing me to sleep in a little bit. I have to admit he's pretty good at it. 

Jim and Chris had their Christmas Auction yesterday, it wasn't as successful as the previous year as people just seemed to be frugal this year, which can be understandable. The funny one was Roy bid $30 for a peach pie that his wife Danielle made. Roy and I usually get into bidding wars over some menial object to help raise money, but I didn't make it this year. Thanksgiving is coming up and I'm sure there will be a bidding war then. 

Gerald called me yesterday and said that Mom has been rushed to the hospital by ambulance, she was having trouble breathing and her fingers were turning blue. I checked with Kim, who has access to Mom's myWVUChart and she said all the numbers were pretty much coming back normal. Long story short, Gerald called me later and said they were giving her the option of going home, which she chose. 

The Mountaineers played yesterday, and despite a valiant effort they came up a little short 23-25, against the Defending Big XII Champions. They are getting there and we are young, next season should be very exciting. 

Have yoursleves a great day. 

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Saturday Morning Rambling

Here I sit in a semi-quiet household, Kiwi and Peanut have been up most of the night playing some board game that Kiwi ordered off the internet. I should have known I was in trouble the first time I heard Kiwi say Alexa, which we have four of them in the house. Never underestimate the Kiwi and his ability to get into trouble, he always finds a way. 

Big Auction today. Jim and Chris are having their Christmas Auction  up at the church this afternoon starting at 4:00. Head on up to the church and see if you can grab yourself a deal on some Christmas Presents and or Decorations. There will also be homemade baked goods auctioned off to offset the cost of the facility and donate to the church.

The Mountaineer Football team will be in action this afternoon with a 1:00 game at Arizona State. The Sun Devils made the college football playoffs last year. Let's see if Rich can keep the momentum of the past couple of games going. 

Have yourselves a great day. 

Friday, November 14, 2025

Big Ole Hairy Friday

Yes, it is once again that time of the week that we all look forward to when we can take time to cease the labors for the week and take a little bit of needed time out to enjoy the fruits of those labors. It is again the dawn of another weekend and a Big Ole Hairy Friday!!!

Are you looking for a little bit of High School Football? Well the playoffs start tonight. #1 Morgantown will play at home against Buchanon Upshire and should have home games all the way to the state finals. #7 University High is at home and hosts Parkersburg. #3 Clay Battelle is at home against Ritchie County and should have a second home game if they win. Good luck to all the locals teams as the playoffs have began. 

No other plans for the weekend, OTHER than Jim and Chris's  Christmas Auction tomorrow at Woodland United Methodist Church. The Auction starts at 4:00 and Michelle will be up there working the Auction once again. Come on out and see if you can find yourself a deal on maybe some Christmas Gifts or decorations. 

Have yoursleves a great day. 

Hi ho hi ho

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Photo Flashback Thursday


Once a week, I like to take a little bit of time out, time to look at some of the 30,000+ photos that I have stored on my computer. Little lost moments in time that I either captured with a lens, scanned, or just stole from somewhere on the internet. I like to find just one and post it up, recalling or reliving the picture to the best of my ability. Sometimes this is a pretty easy task, and sometimes it's not that easy, but one thing it has always been a lot of fun.

For this weeks pic I go back to a Hayley and Tyler Wedding picture from over four years ago. This was actually taken after the wedding and when we all went back to the house and ate, then they got redressed up and went to the beach at Bethany Beach to grab a few of these magical pictures. 

It was an absolute perfect end to an absolute magical day for the couple and everyone who was there to witness it. 

Have yourselves a great day.

Hi ho hi ho

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Lucy's Journal


 Lucy’s Journal – November 12th

Well, here we go again. I told myself last week that we were going to behave for a while… but you know how that goes when Peanut, Kiwi, and the Quackers are involved.

It all started this morning when Peanut got the bright idea that we should “help decorate” for Thanksgiving. Sounds innocent enough, right? Except Peanut’s idea of decorating involves climbing up on the counter, knocking over the box of decorations, and chasing the fake leaves like they’re live mice. Kiwi, of course, thought the shiny gold garland was a snake and dive-bombed it about a dozen times. I had to rescue him before he tangled himself into a sparkly little pretzel.

Then the Quackers—those troublemaking ducks—decided the little cornucopia centerpiece would make an excellent bathtub. They waddled right into it and splashed cranberries and plastic pumpkins everywhere. It looked like a harvest festival explosion.

When I finally got everyone settled down, Peanut was nowhere to be found. That’s usually a bad sign. I followed the trail of feathers and fur to the laundry room, where I found him proudly sitting in a basket of freshly folded towels… covered in flour. Apparently, he’d been “helping” make pies and thought the flour bag was a new toy.

Kiwi was perched above him, chirping something that sounded suspiciously like laughter. I swear that bird has a sense of humor.

By the time I cleaned it all up, the Quackers had discovered the TV remote and somehow turned on the shopping channel. I nearly fainted when I saw an order confirmation for a duck-sized sweater set.

So, yeah… another peaceful day in the Lucy household. Decorations are half destroyed, my kitchen smells like burnt stuffing from an earlier “experiment,” and Peanut’s still dusted in flour like a furry powdered donut. But honestly? I wouldn’t trade this crew for anything.

Tomorrow’s plan: maybe we’ll try to bake real pies.
Then again… maybe we’ll just order one and call it a win.

Lucy 🐾

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Tuesday's Tidbits

* Monday is yet once again in our rear view mirrors, I am off today for Veterans Day, good reason to do a tidbits

* It has been 22,602 days since I was born, that is 21 years using my new,  new, new, and improved 1,069-day Calendar. 

* It has been 7,854 days since I graduated from WVU with a Degree in Geography. I love what I do and am thankful to still be working in my field. 

* 6,448 days ago Michelle and I had our first date together. Life has been much better since then. 

* 5,652  days ago I proposed to Michelle in the backyard at 4:00 in the morning. I've been the luckiest guy since that fateful day. 

* It was 5,690 days ago in front of our closest friends and family, for the most part, Michelle and I became husband and wife at the Marilla Center, it was a great day with friends and family. 

* I have now lived 2,827 days longer than my Dad did and I'm still going strong, slowing down but still going. 

* Michelle has been living a clean and productive life and beat that alcohol demon 1,481 days ago today. 

* My older Brother Jonathan lived 21,273 days, I've now outlived him by 1,344 days, making me Senior Supreme Sibling once again! 

* Old roommate Gregg proposed to his fiancée 59 days ago, I'm happy for those two. 

* I have 2,283 days to go until I retire, give or take a few hundred days here or there, but I love doing what I do. Who knows, though, doing what I do I may never retire.

* There are only 269 more days to go until Michelle and I will celebrate our 15th Wedding Anniversary. 

* There are 129 days until my favorite season begins, a lot of people love different seasons, I am a Spring person who loves the Springtime. 

* 90 more days until Phil steps to center stage once again for Groundhog Day.    

* 57 more days to go until my Goodbye 2025 Blog is posted. Hopefully, I can put some better content together this year.

* There are 43 more shopping days left until Christmas 2025. We're down to double digits, quick everyone panic. 

* There are 22 days until I hit the age of 62. Yeah I know, I'm really older than 21. 

* It has been ∞ (infinity symbol) days that I have hated both Pitt and Penn State.

* I have written 8,140 blogs in what is now 21 years of Blogging. 

* Older Drone still needs to be sent out for repairs, not a big priority at this time. My little drone is awesome and I really like it....when I take time out to fly it.  

* It's still football season, Basketball is looking good from what I have seen so far. 

* Jim and Chris have scheduled their Christmas Auction for Saturday at Woodland United Methodist Church on the Mileground.

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Releigh has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* Are you looking to buy some Girl Scout Goodies? Well Bella has started her campaign to sell chocolates, candles, stationary and other things. This is her store

* They both have their own stores, their own campaigns and their own goals to meet. 

* Let's keep it in the same household, go give Crown of Scars a listen. It's my Nephew Moke and he tells his life story through song, so listen to the lyrics, it's pretty deep. 

* Still playing Monopoly Go, but not as often. 

* This is my favorite TikTok, my childhood come to life in the real roadrunner and Wiley Coyote. 

* Progress on my Selfie in Space, right here. We are ready for liftoff and holding. 

* I think my AI skills are really expanding, I'm using a number of them doing all kinds of different taks (other than drawing pictures). 

* Have yourselves a great day

* Hi ho hi ho