Guardians of The Lambsfoot!

[echoscout]

I've not had a great day today, not least unexpectedly re-doing someone's abysmal work Their boss's thank you was underwhelming, so it'll be the last time I do him a favour More work tomorrow, and probably the same throughout the week, but for a different outfit at least. I'm sure we've all worked with/for total incompetents, who earn a good wage regardless

Think I'm going to carry my Hartshead Barlow tomorrow

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Hope you have a good day with your stag HHB

2 more photos of Union Jack during the second week I had him. The second photo is one of my favorites of this rosewood lambsfoot, and I'm not sure why I like it so much.

My pedometer tells me I've walked 16.3 miles today, so it's time for me to head to bed. The walking included a visit to a blood doctor I see twice a year. She said my white blood cell count was lower than it had been, but not in a "danger zone" (yet). I wonder if walking too much could lower my white blood cell count? At least the monoclonal proteins that they're always watching are stable, and show no movement toward myeloma (yet).

- GT

I like that second pic also Gary

Flash

Nice hat and stag

 

[Jack Black]

I hope the rest of your week is better .

Thanks buddy, I got a text from the manager yesterday, asking me if I could 'proof-read' another press-release this afternoon. The same happened yesterday, and the PR was so bad, I had to completely re-write it. I explained that proof-reading involves checking for punctuation, spelling and grammatical errors, something another member of his team could hopefully manage

2 more photos of Union Jack during the second week I had him. The second photo is one of my favorites of this rosewood lambsfoot, and I'm not sure why I like it so much.

My pedometer tells me I've walked 16.3 miles today, so it's time for me to head to bed. The walking included a visit to a blood doctor I see twice a year. She said my white blood cell count was lower than it had been, but not in a "danger zone" (yet). I wonder if walking too much could lower my white blood cell count? At least the monoclonal proteins that they're always watching are stable, and show no movement toward myeloma (yet).

- GT

I like that second photo too Blimey, you were on one heck of a hike yesterday buddy

Mate you must be on a list somewhere in the NHS

Unfortunately, they keep losing the list!

I hurt my knee over a year ago, in a fall, and as it was still swollen, and painful, a month later, having previously been to the hospital for an X-Ray, I went to the doctors. I requested an appointment, but didn't hear anything, so I went back, and was told I was being referred to a physiotherapist. Some months later, I saw someone, and they said they were referring me to a specialist. Since then, I've heard nothing. So, about 3 weeks ago, I requested another doctors appointment, to discuss this, and a problem with my OTHER knee. I was giving blood in the surgery the next day, so asked about the appointment, and was told I'd be hearing from someone later that day. I didn't, so the following week, I went back. This time I was told that I was being referred back to a physiotherapist, but they couldn't give me the date for the appointment, because it was at the beginning of December, and the schedule hadn't updated on the computer. They told me I'd hear from them, probably the following week. Having still not heard from them, and with December fast approaching, I now need to go back again. Some system eh?!

Flash

Looking good mate

Working with ungrateful incompetents:
16 year Lagavulin:

It's never been cheap, but I happily remember the days before the price went through the roof!

 

[Jack Black]

Good morning Guardians, I should remember to block all work-related telephone calls, and texts, until after 9am! I hope everyone's week is going well, and that you're getting more play than work We're well into the time of grey days, and long nights here, and it's been pretty wet recently. I dislike the rain more as I get older, but would happily trade a wet Autumn for a good Summer, and we had a good one this year - by British standards Having partially uncoupled myself from work for the day, and possibly for the rest of the week, I still have plenty of things to do, unfortunately I'm missing Charlie's cafe, and been having to spend my money at a place in town (that's how you lose your customers Hisham!). I hope they get their act together with the re-fit, because it's become part of my routine. Unfortunately, their prices are likely to go up, rather than down, and they've already lost a lot of local customers because of it. They didn't need a re-fit, they should have just employed some competent staff, raised the quality of the food, and charged more realistic prices I hope it survives, because the coffee is good, and it's a good community hub, but we'll see. Anyway, enough lollygaggin' from me, enjoy your day Guardians

 

[mitch13]

Evening all
Internet is back thunderstorms went through between 1 and 2pm. We lost power just before 2( so no AC andit was 95f and humid) came back on 20 minutes ago just going on 8.30pm

Thanks buddy, I got a text from the manager yesterday, asking me if I could 'proof-read' another press-release this afternoon. The same happened yesterday, and the PR was so bad, I had to completely re-write it. I explained that proof-reading involves checking for punctuation, spelling and grammatical errors, something another member of his team could hopefully manage

I like that second photo too Blimey, you were on one heck of a hike yesterday buddy

Unfortunately, they keep losing the list!

I hurt my knee over a year ago, in a fall, and as it was still swollen, and painful, a month later, having previously been to the hospital for an X-Ray, I went to the doctors. I requested an appointment, but didn't hear anything, so I went back, and was told I was being referred to a physiotherapist. Some months later, I saw someone, and they said they were referring me to a specialist. Since then, I've heard nothing. So, about 3 weeks ago, I requested another doctors appointment, to discuss this, and a problem with my OTHER knee. I was giving blood in the surgery the next day, so asked about the appointment, and was told I'd be hearing from someone later that day. I didn't, so the following week, I went back. This time I was told that I was being referred back to a physiotherapist, but they couldn't give me the date for the appointment, because it was at the beginning of December, and the schedule hadn't updated on the computer. They told me I'd hear from them, probably the following week. Having still not heard from them, and with December fast approaching, I now need to go back again. Some system eh?!

Looking good mate

It's never been cheap, but I happily remember the days before the price went through the roof!

I remember when you hurt your knee. The system hasn't improved in 12 months, hang in there.
Have a great day.

 

[mitch13]

Good morning Guardians, I should remember to block all work-related telephone calls, and texts, until after 9am! I hope everyone's week is going well, and that you're getting more play than work We're well into the time of grey days, and long nights here, and it's been pretty wet recently. I dislike the rain more as I get older, but would happily trade a wet Autumn for a good Summer, and we had a good one this year - by British standards Having partially uncoupled myself from work for the day, and possibly for the rest of the week, I still have plenty of things to do, unfortunately I'm missing Charlie's cafe, and been having to spend my money at a place in town (that's how you lose your customers Hisham!). I hope they get their act together with the re-fit, because it's become part of my routine. Unfortunately, their prices are likely to go up, rather than down, and they've already lost a lot of local customers because of it. They didn't need a re-fit, they should have just employed some competent staff, raised the quality of the food, and charged more realistic prices I hope it survives, because the coffee is good, and it's a good community hub, but we'll see. Anyway, enough lollygaggin' from me, enjoy your day Guardians

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Fingers crossed, hard to find a good cafe

We did have to do a Costco run, had a coffee first, our eldest joined us which was nice

 

[Jack Black]

Evening all
Internet is back thunderstorms went through between 1 and 2pm. We lost power just before 2( so no AC andit was 95f and humid) came back on 20 minutes ago just going on 8.30pm

I remember when you hurt your knee. The system hasn't improved in 12 months, hang in there.
Have a great day.

That's a bad time to lose power Mitch Hope everything else is OK

Thanks mate, in retrospect I should have got the CCTV, and taking the names of the witnesses! The system goes from bad to worse I'm afraid Hope the rest of your evening goes well

Fingers crossed, hard to find a good cafe

We did have to do a Costco run, had a coffee first our eldest joined us which was nice

Yeah, the coffee is good, and it's a nice place to hang out, I always bump into friends and neighbours. It's a good pit-stop when I'm heading into town, and adds a mile of exercise to my schedule, more if I forget my wallet!

Nice to have a coffee with your eldest Me and Wolfie have been trying to schedule a coffee with his daughter for the past week or so, not easy with teenagers! Hoping to meet Wolfie for one this afternoon anyway

 

[screened porch]

Some system eh?!

It must be depressing for the caregiver wannabes, too.

I hope it survives, because the coffee is good,

Let's hope the new coffee machine doesn't spoil the coffee.

Apparently Winter is starting today, in about five hours. I've unplugged my mower battery charger, and as soon as it's light I'll put the mower in the back of the garage and bring the snowblower up. (The battery and charger are always in the house.) Then get some blood drawn, and maybe get my geezer's half price buss pass while I'm downtown. Maybe set up the front bedroom (after clearing it out) so I can sleep in the warmer room. But I have blankets, so there's no rush on that.

 

[SteveC]

Good morning Guardians, I should remember to block all work-related telephone calls, and texts, until after 9am! I hope everyone's week is going well, and that you're getting more play than work We're well into the time of grey days, and long nights here, and it's been pretty wet recently. I dislike the rain more as I get older, but would happily trade a wet Autumn for a good Summer, and we had a good one this year - by British standards Having partially uncoupled myself from work for the day, and possibly for the rest of the week, I still have plenty of things to do, unfortunately I'm missing Charlie's cafe, and been having to spend my money at a place in town (that's how you lose your customers Hisham!). I hope they get their act together with the re-fit, because it's become part of my routine. Unfortunately, their prices are likely to go up, rather than down, and they've already lost a lot of local customers because of it. They didn't need a re-fit, they should have just employed some competent staff, raised the quality of the food, and charged more realistic prices I hope it survives, because the coffee is good, and it's a good community hub, but we'll see. Anyway, enough lollygaggin' from me, enjoy your day Guardians

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Hopefully it survives and doesn't lose too many regulars. HHB looking good as always

It must be depressing for the caregiver wannabes, too.

Let's hope the new coffee machine doesn't spoil the coffee.
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Apparently Winter is starting today, in about five hours. I've unplugged my mower battery charger, and as soon as it's light I'll put the mower in the back of the garage and bring the snowblower up. (The battery and charger are always in the house.) Then get some blood drawn, and maybe get my geezer's half price buss pass while I'm downtown. Maybe set up the front bedroom (after clearing it out) so I can sleep in the warmer room. But I have blankets, so there's no rush on that.

Winter arrived here last night , Rain turned to snow and the wind is howling. Winter storm warning in effect.

 

[SteveC]

Evening all
Internet is back thunderstorms went through between 1 and 2pm. We lost power just before 2( so no AC andit was 95f and humid) came back on 20 minutes ago just going on 8.30pm

I remember when you hurt your knee. The system hasn't improved in 12 months, hang in there.
Have a great day.

Glad you got your power restored.

 

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Hopefully it survives and doesn't lose too many regulars. HHB looking good as always




Winter arrived here last night , Rain turned to snow and the wind is howling. Winter storm warning in effect.

'Tis the season to strain my cheerful philosophy: Spring is right around the corner, and the corner is closer now!
And meanwhile, we get to exult in our youthful strength!

I remembered to get my recycling out.
They never come until late in the day, except on days when you don't get it out early.

 

[SteveC]

Good morning Guardians

Winter is here in Minnesota





Wally

 

[Rufus1949]

I think this is the cure for everyone's ailments....bubble wrap. This group is banging themselves up.
I myself, went into the trees on my bike.

 

[Rufus1949]

 

[Jack Black]

It must be depressing for the caregiver wannabes, too.

Reckon so mate

Let's hope the new coffee machine doesn't spoil the coffee.

I think they're keeping the same coffee machine, but going to start importing and roasting their own coffee. I think it'll be good, I just hope Hisham doesn't try to pass on the costs of refurbishment to his customers. Despite the high house prices, and the recent influx of a few yuppies, this is still far from an affluent area, and the cafe has cheaper competition on both sides. At least the coffee is good, the food really isn't

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Apparently Winter is starting today, in about five hours. I've unplugged my mower battery charger, and as soon as it's light I'll put the mower in the back of the garage and bring the snowblower up. (The battery and charger are always in the house.) Then get some blood drawn, and maybe get my geezer's half price buss pass while I'm downtown. Maybe set up the front bedroom (after clearing it out) so I can sleep in the warmer room. But I have blankets, so there's no rush on that.

You definitely live in a place where winter preparations are important Jer. Is it far to the church?

Hopefully it survives and doesn't lose too many regulars. HHB looking good as always

Thanks Steve, I hope so too, it's lost a few already Shutting a food business for several weeks is a bad idea generally, in my opinion, because people go elsewhere, and often they find that they like, or at least get used to the other place, and don't come back

Winter arrived here last night , Rain turned to snow and the wind is howling. Winter storm warning in effect.

I can feel it from here Steve! Am I right in thinking the past 2 Minnesota winters have been relatively mild (though. from I remember, it didn't look 'mild' in your pics)? I hope you and Cassie get through it OK buddy

'Tis the season to strain my cheerful philosophy: Spring is right around the corner, and the corner is closer now!
And meanwhile, we get to exult in our youthful strength!
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I remembered to get my recycling out.
They never come until late in the day, except on days when you don't get it out early.

You're definitely a Glass Half-Full guy Jer! I just put my bin out for collection too. My stupid neighbour just thinks she can keep piling her bin up with rubbish, and wait for the squirrels, and the wind, to empty it

Good morning Guardians

Winter is here in Minnesota

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Wally





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That's a fair dusting Steve, and a superb shot of your Lamb

I think this is the cure for everyone's ailments....bubble wrap. This group is banging themselves up.
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LOL!

 

[Jack Black]

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Stunning Bob!

 

[mbkr]

I think this is the cure for everyone's ailments....bubble wrap. This group is banging themselves up.
I myself, went into the trees on my bike.View attachment 3035737

I was going to get on the roof today, but decided to put it off until tomorrow or Friday due to high winds. Now I'm rethinking. I wonder how much bubble wrap I have around here

Good morning Guardians

Winter is here in Minnesota

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Wally





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I saw on the news that Houghton, MI could get 2 to 3 feet of snow with whiteouts. Been there, done that, glad I'm somewhere else
Nice pic

 

[Rufus1949]

It must be depressing for the caregiver wannabes, too.

Let's hope the new coffee machine doesn't spoil the coffee.
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Apparently Winter is starting today, in about five hours. I've unplugged my mower battery charger, and as soon as it's light I'll put the mower in the back of the garage and bring the snowblower up. (The battery and charger are always in the house.) Then get some blood drawn, and maybe get my geezer's half price buss pass while I'm downtown. Maybe set up the front bedroom (after clearing it out) so I can sleep in the warmer room. But I have blankets, so there's no rush on that.

Sounds like you were a great boy scout Jer. Always prepared.
I hope the winter is mild for you.

 

[Rufus1949]

Stunning Bob!

Thanks Jack.
I hope all of your appointments come to fruishion.

 

[Jack Black]

I hope everyone is having a good day I went out at midday, and bumped into one of my neighbours I don't see too often, so we chewed the fat for half an hour I decided to have Thai for lunch, did a bit of shopping, and then had an hour with Wolfie, over coffee and apple crumble and custard tart I'm liking the idea of not having any work this evening I didn't think I'd have time for the market tomorrow, but I should be able to call down for a bit, at least

 

[Rufus1949]

I hope everyone is having a good day I went out at midday, and bumped into one of my neighbours I don't see too often, so we chewed the fat for half an hour I decided to have Thai for lunch, did a bit of shopping, and then had an hour with Wolfie, over coffee and apple crumble and custard tart I'm liking the idea of not having any work this evening I didn't think I'd have time for the market tomorrow, but I should be able to call down for a bit, at least

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Wonderful tool display Jack.