Cold front

This morning when I arose the outside temp was 65 and now it is 55 as it has dropped off all day long. No excuses. We walked two times today warmly clothed. I look forward to getting into my PJ's tonight and settling in while Butch ventures over to the pool hall as usual.
This afternoon I made Panchos and they were so easy. I look forward to making them for all of our up north friends throughout the summer. Butch says they are a winner and that is high praise from that boy.

This afternoon on walk number two Peggy snapped a photo of Jim and Kay Voss's latest creation. Those two make a good team with the crafting of unique items. 

Full Day

Yesterday was a full day for both of us. I had computer class in the morning and we were able to iron out a few trouble issues. When I left the hall I found Butch helping Larry Ergen clean up the shuffleboard court. Peggy and I got a walk in while Butch was still busy.
Then Peg and I decided to go to Costco because they had pork loins on sale for $10 off. We loaded up by making two trips into the store. After calculations, we paid less than $1 a pound for it. That was our Black Friday coup for this year.

Another bit that happened yesterday was that I found an item online that I wanted to buy but when I tried the website was down and I could not get the purchase completed. I have never had that happen before. So I waited a couple of hours and tried again. Didn't get it finished because I had to leave for Costco. I thought it no big deal and would do it when I came home. So on the news last night they gave the best shopping tip for the season. When you see a good price on something check the same item on Amazon to find out if it is a good deal. I decided to do that. Actually it is usual for me to do that but it had slipped my mind. I saved $30 for all the delay. It was $30 cheaper on Amazon.
Comparison shopping is always a good idea.

Worth pondering

"In times of great stress or adversity, it's always best to keep busy, to plow your anger and your energy into something positive." —Lee Iacocca

I have found this to be true. For those that know me finding out my first instinct when presented with stress is to go for a walk will not be surprised. A friend from the past always started cleaning house very vigorously. Action is always a good antidote for stress. The mind has trouble focusing on two tasks at the same time contrary to the multitasking theory.
In our favor, we are probably the least stressed people on the planet, we retired folk who come south for the winter.  

Thanks Giving

I decided that I was not going to eat myself into a state of misery and indeed I did not. My plate was extremely conservative and I am thankful for it. I felt really great the entire rest of the day.
I was reminded of Ethan when he presented everyone with toys last summer and told us, "You will take what you get and be thankful for it". It was entirely appropriate.
After Butch enjoyed his dinner he went to the little hall and played cribbage. They had 5 tables of cribbage players. Cribbage remains one of the many popular games played around the park. After a short break, he then went to the pool hall to finish off his day.
This morning I remembered that November is a marker for this blog. We will be starting into our fourteenth year, you and I, writing and reading these entries. Is it no wonder I hit a block now and then.

Pictures I have gleaned from Facebook. 
Little Leo Teeter at his preschool Thanksgiving program. His Mom said he wanted the microphone so I suppose he will follow in his father's footsteps in calling tractor pulls.

  And here we have Jason and Laura with Nicole and Ethan. Wonderful smiles on all the faces.

 And this is Miss Elise putting together a turkey mask. I have no doubt she will be quite crafty like her mom.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Donn and Peggy's new steps

Looks high class!

Awaiting their new home

The work getting started.

50 Nerds of Grey

 Really? I like Windows 10. I do know people who will get a kick out of this though. 

Southern living

I know there is a magazine with that name-Southern Living- and I decided to title this post with it. Our life in the north and south differ in many ways but also have many similarities. We are the same people after all and we have been married for 56 adventurous years. It takes a bit to adjust on both ends and it seems to take longer each time, but that could be an illusion.
One of the big adjustments is in the kitchen. Items are in different places and we do not take all of our equipment with us and it is a big decision. Most of us duplicate quite a bit but then there are always the very favorite things that cannot be duplicated. I am using my NuWave oven nearly every day and it is quickly becoming one of my favorite things. In fact, I have not turned on the RV stovetop or oven even once and we have only eaten out 3 times since arrival. I have also ordered the NuWave induction plate to replace the stovetop burners and it should arrive today. More fun!!
One of the things I have discovered about myself is that I enjoy the challenge of learning something new. That has driven me on the computer and most recently the oven. For me, it is fun.
Butch is playing pool every night from 6 to 8, golf on Tuesdays and cribbage on Thursdays afternoons. So far his life has not taken on the frantic pace it can down here. I think he has been ready for a slow-down of sorts from years past.

I have computer patients on occasion and it can be a mixed bag of success. Lately it has been tipping on the successful side and that relays a feeling of satisfaction.

Donn and Peggy are getting new steps today. I took a picture from where I sit at my computer so they will have a before and after. Donn power-washed the cement in front of their place and there is no question about where he ended. Did he stop for contrast or fatigue? Time will tell.

The old steps are somewhat hidden by the stack of chairs.

 Last Saturday Butch and I went to the Fiesta restaurant for breakfast tacos. Their tacos are made fresh every day and for many years I have wanted to get a picture of the ladies making tacos and I finally managed to get that done. We have decided it is the best place currently for breakfast tacos and we will be back.