Yes!

In a past post I mentioned that I acquired an additional jet ski. I am now on a quest for parts. Last night, via eBay, I was able to acquire the main part I needed for $30.00. As compared to $250.00 at the dealership. That made my night.

Diane is still not doing well. She has been dizzy for about a week now. She went to the doctor on Mon. Got loaded up on drugs, but they don't seem to be effective.

I sure am glad we didn't buy a home on gulf coast. What terrible devastation. I am beginning to wonder if there is an increase in natures devastation. And I worry about our society as a whole, Is our country going to be able to survive the disasters, the wars, the price of energy. Can we afford to police the world. And support those who need help. In history, every great civilization failed. I find the economic pinch to be just that a pinch. How hard it must be on those less fortunate. Or now, those who are left with nothing. May the good Lord bless and keep us.



Today's thought:

Laughter is the brush that sweeps away the cobwebs of the heart.

In pain! Again

Yesterday, I laid block for the addition I am building . My back snapped on the very last block. Now I am in some discomfort. I am hoping that the right combination of work & drugs will make it go away. If I were to make a list about things about me, one thing would be. I am not able to do thing like I use to.

Today's thought:

Some people reach the top of the ladder of success only to find it is leaning against the wrong wall.

His & Hers

Here we go again, This time it wasn't a trip to Indiana to pick up the purchase, it was Kalamazoo. Yes, I ( we ) bought another jet ski. This one appeared on EBay Sat. Morning with a buy it now, So with a press of a button or two It was ours. This one had not been ran for a while and needs a few parts. However, I got it home did an inspection, turns out its not to bad, Needs a new drive shaft, battery and coupler. All parts are listed on EBay. I did however fire it up, and to my surprise it fired right up and run great. This Jet Ski is like our other one with the exception of being a three person. It is capable of pulling skiers & tubers. The boat house is now full! I guess now I need to find a couple of jets lifts that attach to the dock to make room for another watercraft. ( It's a sickness )

I will not be posting things about myself like my daughter & sister. Nobody wants to know that much about me, especially me!!

Today's thought:

Standing in the middle of the road is very dangerous: you get knocked down by the traffic from both sides.

Quiet

Things seem quiet this week. I have not heard of any death of loved ones or terrible illness or accidents. It's a good thing! It's kinda nice to have life as usual, Come to think of it. I like my boring life. Well with that said, I think I will prepare for some sort of adversity in the future. One verse of just a closer walk with thee ought to do it.

Today's thought:

Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm.

Career change

Yesterday I spent most of the day on my knees. And today it hurts a lot to bent my right leg. It's one of those feelings when you bend it, it feels like it will explode. A career change is in order. Lord give me the ability to get through the next couple of years.

Had a great church service last night. Poor Diane, she had a migraine all day & had to play for the service last night. I hope she wakes up ok today.

Well it's happen my blog has turned into an old guy's medical news. What next? Bowel movement news.

Y'all have a great day!

Today's thought:

The heart has no secret which our conduct does not reveal.

190?

It's just a guess, but it's probably close to the days left in Joyce's school year. Better start planning summer vacation. Enjoy your year it will go by quick. Look at the bright side. Three days and it's the weekend.

Today's thought:

Fear makes the wolf bigger than he is.

Have a cigar

That was the tone 21 years ago today! Happy birthday to Andy, When I think back I was married at 21. Wow! Just for the record, there could not be an easier child to raise than Andy. Now, if I could only get him to stop biting his finger nails.

Slow start on the new project. My excavator cannot come till Friday this will cause a two day lag in the progress.

Today's thought:

A half-truth is usually less than half of that.

(and that's no lie)

Empty nest

Once again the nest is empty. Andy is off to school for his senior year. Time sure fly's when your having fun.
Happy Birthday to Sam. I almost remember what it was like to be young and have all that energy & ideas.
I cleaned the garage on Sunday. Funny how things can get so out of hand in just a few months. I started loading the trailer for out next trip to Georgia, that helps in cleaning out the garage. maybe I should just ship the stuff. If gas keeps going up our next trip will cost about $400.00 in fuel. Pulling a trailer really puts the crunch on fuel economy.

Today's thought:

It has been my observation that most people get ahead during the time that other waste.

The real deal

Reading blogs is a great substitute for actually getting to see people. But, yesterday I met sister Joyce for lunch. And I am here to tell ya the real deal is better. There were no amazing revelations, or astounding news. It's just nice to visit with someone of same faith & thinking.
Diane says, JOYCE IS A PEACH! (or was that a fruit) Anyway, Diane just reminded me that sister Connie passed 26 years ago yesterday. It just seemed odd to meet that Joyce for lunch on that anniversary date. I was unaware of what day this was till now. I thank God for the sister I have!

Today's thought:

God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with Him.

Just another Thursday

It should be a relatively easy day today. Finished my current project yesterday and my next project is not quite ready to roll. My knees tell me they could use a rest.

Tarzan comes home from a day of work Jane greets him and starts in asking about his day. Tarzan says Jane, before we talk could you do me a favor, Sure, Jane replies. Make me a martini in fact make it a double. Jane says, boy you really must of had a bad day. Tarzan replies, Well Jane. IT'S A JUNGLE OUT THERE!

Note to Amanda. If you cant sleep try the Grandma Cook method, take two aspirin it will help you settle down. Or if you are experiencing motor brain as Grampa Cook will describe, try counting backwards in your head from 5000.

Today's thought:

People will be more impressed by the depth of you conviction than the height of your logic.

Pain in the neck

For those of us who are vision challenged, have you ever experienced the pain in the back of the neck you get while wearing bifocals and looking at a computer monitor? I don't like getting old! It's a pain in the neck. As well as many other places. Maybe I should get CK performed on my eyes. But then, that would be a pain in the wallet. I am now realizing that their is a lot of pain associated with growing older. I guess that's what lets you know you still alive when you awake each morning. Did I mention my left wrist hurts when I type? Sorry, I am such a whiner. Someday, I will receive that new and glorified body. But for now, I will make the best of it with the one I have.

Today's thought:

Consider the turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

Reboot

I had to reboot the computer this morning. It was all confused and didn't know which way to go. And now, after the reboot it is doing just fine. Don't ya sometimes just wish you could reboot your life. Just think, push a button, wait a minute and bam! Everything is the way you want it. You would be working at top speed. You would have a clear head, No unwanted pop-ups in your memory, If you think about it, prayer & communion are the closest thing to a reboot we can get. Ah, forgiveness, aint it grand!

Today's thought:

Only when we have knelt before God, can we stand before men.

Oh Boy!

Yep, it's Monday, and we get to start a new work week. I am so excited!
It was a nice weekend. Saturday I went to Irish Hills to work on my friends home. Put in 11 hrs. But still, it' fun to visit with them. Sunday I vegged in the morning & got somewhat productive in the afternoon. And that was about it.

Diane started painting in the main bathroom & is ready to install new wallpaper. The paper she selected is going to be real nice. Especially with the bright new towel she purchased.

Well, Y'all have a fine week and enjoy God's blessings.

Today's Thought:

The most disappointed people in the world are those who get what is coming to them.

Thanks

Thank-You to all who left a comment yesterday identifying you as a reader. As for anyone who didn't, it's time to come out of the closet. Just kidding, You can stay in there as long as you like.

Here it is, Friday, I made it through my first week back, Life is Good!. My current project is going quit well and is on schedule.

Joyce said on her blog that the circle tour of Lake Erie was really nice. And I was wondering, would you stop and see different things if you went around in the other direction? I think that Joyce should try that while things are still fresh in her mind. ( for the sake of science of coarse)

Today's thought:

It's not how many hours you put in but how much you put into the hours.

Ode to good help

Today I am thinking about how lucky I am to have two great employees. Going to work is made easier knowing they are there. Always friendly, on time, and willing to do almost anything you ask. Each has certain faults ( just like their employers) but all in all try hard.

I was also wondering yesterday just how many people see this blog. It is intriguing to me that many read but never comment. I rarely comment, but do so if I feel the need to. I think I have commented to every blog that I am linked to. So just for the fun of it. Comment who you are.

Today's thought:

Happiness is a perfume you cannot pour on others without getting a few drops on yourself.

Ready

Ok, I am ready for a boat ride. It didn't take long to have that desire. If I lived in Georgia I would probably be crying that same thing as I am on my way to work. So what the difference. I do miss the view each morning when I awake. The Humming birds, the Cardinals are all part of the spender. I can see it now, Diane is still asleep, I have a coffee in hand and am pulling away from the dock for a nice little slow boat ride. The water is calm and the air cool. And I am the only one the lake. (or though it seems). The steam dances like ghosts on the surface of the water. The warmth of the sun cautions you about the impending heat of the day. As I travel I wave to a neighbor having his morning fulfilled by standing on his dock reflecting on the beauty of the lake. Lake living is truly a gift from God.

Today's thought:

To know the will of God is the greatest knowledge, to find the will of God is the greatest discovery, and to do the will of God is the greatest achievement.

Survived

Made it through the first day back. Wasn't to bad, I didn't have any anxiety attacks or anything like that. Today I physically start to work, I will most likely hurt tonight. My back has not hurt for seventeen days now. Funny how that is.

We got a $250.00 electrical bill this month. It's time for this heat to settle down for the year.
I would like to see 80 degrees each day for the next 60 days. And throw in a nice breeze to go with it.

Today's thought:

Only you can be yourself. No one else is qualified for the job.

I'm Back

Wow! It has been so long I forgot my user name for a second. I am back from sixteen days of fun sun and more sun. The trip went well, Things at home, or should I say church went crazy while we where gone. I would guess we had 10 phone calls a day the second week. Anyway it's hard to come back. Life in Georgia is different. People there have a different outlook on things. Saying hey y,all is a priority. I would guess that life down there would be a little less inviting if I had to work for a living. But never the less it seems better.

Well! I need to got to work. It was an expensive trip this time down. So for now, I will count the days to our return, and thank God for the blessings that allows me this pleasure.

Today's thought:

Life is not a problem to solved, but a gift to be enjoyed.