Catching up!

It's been almost a week since my last post so I want to get something up tonight to get back in the groove. Had a nice weekend at the Barone's. A little golf, a little barbecue, a little beer and some good friends (although they all love to talk golf course real estate). I came back tired and with my back in an uproar but it was worth it.

Took Monday and Tuesday off. Went in today and the rest of the week. Have allot to do and am working the weekend. I have lost my drive at work and have to re-capture it to survive in the asylum.

Have spoke to mom and rob quite often this week. Mom seems a little off her game and has not been sleeping well. It makes it harder on rob when that happens as he gets no sleep too. There has been a series of articles regarding caring for your aging parents this week in USA Today which I have been following. It is somehow reassuring to read about others who are dealing with the dame issues. I am saving the articles to send to rob.

The rest of the news this week continues to be filled with Iraq, the West Bank, Sudan, Darfur etc... all the same with no hope for peace. It's gonna be a long hot summer the way things look. And the band played on! More senseless killings in the old USA, wrestling and steroids, bound to happen one day, unfortunately.

It's been hot here but supposed to cool for the weekend. Hope we get some showers, we could sure use them! Had to fast the past 36+ hours for some medical tests so tonight I splurged and bought a pint of Hagendas Vanilla and am having milkshakes for dessert. I almost forgot what real ice cream tasted like! Maybe more later.

peace

It was another party day at work! Semi annual safety meeting so everyone was allowed to wear shorts attend an all morning meeting and waste the rest of the day with a barbecue lunch. As River Operator I had to work which I didn't mind as I cannot stand those waste of time meetings. It was quite nice actually with no one around. I was very busy so the day went fast.

Got home from work and packed for the weekend. i picked up 2 boxes of fresh cherries to bring to the Barone's. They are a real treat and at $1 a lb you can't beat them. Spoke with mom a rob a few times, took a shower made a pork chop for dinner and put on a John Wayne movie as there was nothing good on to watch. Maggie called and we chatted for awhile. I downloaded Google earth onto my laptop and fooled around with it for awhile. Looked at Ocean beach, my place, Mom's, and Maggie's. I can't wait to go to Ocean Beach. whole week on Fire Island with no cars, and the ocean just down the block. If I could I would live there. Can't wait to fly into JFK on July 26th and head for the beach!. Got the FMLA papers from Maggie in the mail today.

will get them on file at work tomorrow.

Just got off the phone with Maria. She is looking forward to my visit and so am I. She wants me to stop in Spokane on my way up to pick up some salmon and stuff. Not looking forward to COSTCO in Spokane but what the hell. Well got a few things to do before bed. May not post again till I get back from Chewelah.

peace.

Not much to say today. Another day at work. went on storage control so I am running the river flows from now till October when irrigation season ends. Released allot of water today to take control. Tom is covering for me this weekend so I want to make sure he had enough flow to make deliveries.

Called Adam for his Birthday but we only spoke for a minute as he was in the gym. Mom was in great spirits today and was Happy to see Adel today. Mom and Rob called me about 9 and sang happy birthday for a goof. Didn't talk to anyone else today from the family.

My back has been really bad lately.Took a couple of muscle relaxers today and they really knocked me out. tonight's picture is of Mom with willie, Maggie Steve and Roberta at mom's last Saturday. Not much else to add today.Am watching the movie Deja Vu with Denzel Washington. It's okay but nothing to write home about. Skipped the news today. It was hot here in Yakima. 90 and sunny, have the AC on, supposed to cool for the weekend. Maybe more later.

peace

Q.

It must be me!

Well Tuesday at work went as expected. Things are transitioning on the river so I am quite busy. It's not rocket science but it takes a little attention. They have worn me down at work so I am trying to let it go when I am not there.

I guess it must be me as I seem to piss allot of people off. Not just at work but family too! I guess I'm just to abrupt and direct. People are just not prepared for it. I have always been that way but no one seems to be able to deal with it. I try to tone it down but that just doesn't seem to work for me. I don't like dancing around issues and like to be direct but somehow that approach just seems to piss people off. Even though I am dealing with the facts of an issue people somehow prefer the indirect approach or to ignore the issue completely. I will never be comfortable handling things in that fashion. What is it about most people when it comes to dealing with issues. I can't stand dangling things around and not dealing with them right then and now. It eats away at me, if I don't deal with it and expose the issue. Oh well I must work on my people skills or I will have no friends at all.

Went to COSTCO today and got my membership started. The Barone's let me join under the company so it is a little cheaper. I don't really like going there cause I always buy more than I need. I did buy some chicken sausages today though that were terrific. Garlic and Asiago mmmmm good. Bought a three lb bag of coffee beans and some other shit. Also some delicious blueberries which I put in my milkshake tonight which was great. Will bring the rest to work tomorrow to share with the gang. Spent $100 bucks, got to watch myself there.

Haven't watched or listened to the news today which for some reason feels pretty good. Spoke with Mom and Rob about 6:30 PDT tonight. Mom was okay but Rob seemed a little off. I seemed to piss him off for some reason ( must be me again) so we cut it short and said goodnight. Maggie and I spoke for a bit. I called Maria today and we spoke for awhile. She is already getting worked up about Katie's wedding which is next June. That's just Maria, she won't relax about it until it is over. I told her I would go back east and bring her parents out for the wedding if her family didn't. I also told her I will stay with Michael this December when Bruce takes her to Cancun for their 30th anniversary so she wouldn't worry about that either. She won't relax until she is there but I will try to ease her anxiety till then. No one has heard from Jane for awhile but that is par for the course. Steve really wanted to see her but she didn't return any ones calls though they tried often. Dave ran into Peter when he was at mom's Saturday. He looked better but hasn't really changed just taking a little better care of himself as he has a girlfriend now. I plan on looking him up when I get back in July.

Well it's getting late so I guess that's it for now. Maybe more later

peace.

Tonight's picture is is of my cousin Steve, my sister Maggie, and cousin Roberta in Frans' Tavern in NYC on Saturday 6/16/2007. The first time they have been together in about 20 years. Steve lives in Belgum and Roberta in Tennessee, Maggie lives in NY.

I don't like Monday's

Another Monday, work before 6. Busy morning but time went fast. Maggie was with mom today. Called them about 1 and then 1:30EDT. they were having a good time. Mom has been great lately. It's all about stimulation.

I decided to give my annual co-worker peer award to Teresa. It's only $100 but she deserves it. She is always there when I need help and never complains. I don't know how i would get by at work without her. I can always rely on her. God bless Teresa!!!!!!!!!

I missed the family gathering Saturday at Mom's. Just something else to regret! Steve sent some pictures and that was great!. Roberta looks just like aunt Clair it's uncanny.Steve looked good and so did Dave and willie. Dave looks like he lost some weight. Mom Maggie and rob looked good too. I am posting a picture of mom's house Steve took. The house doesn't look bad. Robert and I spoke this evening and he made me privy to some things about cousin Randy. I won't go into detail but to say, just when you think others have it so much better than you do stop and think. Most of the time the cover always looks better than what is between the pages. Be happy with what you have and who you are, for things could be worse. Enjoy each day as it comes, each sunrise and sunset, they could be your last. Think not of the things you want but all the blessings you have. The greatest joys in life are not in what we posses. The greatest joy is life itself!. I just wish god had given me the the gift of writing. I feel I have so much to say but somehow I just can't seem to get it into the right words. I am more of a talker than a writer. I think and speak on my feet so freely but when I get to writing it down it all seems to fade so quickly.

Robert and Mom just called and sang me a song " I can't give you anything but love." they did a beautiful job. Mom loves to do it because she knows it means so much to me. She may have trouble remembering what happened an hour ago but she can remember all the words to songs from decades ago. I third partied Maggie and we all said goodnight together. Mom was so happy but ready to fall asleep. Well I'll end with that. Tomorrow is another day!

peace.

Just a quick note tonight. Worked early then to Walmart for a few things, then Sunday newspapers and smokes. Fixed license plate on Jeep, cleaned the inside a little then car wash. Watched the us open for a while. tiger almost pulled it out but no soap. talked to mom rob and maggie. did some laundry and read the papers. The Yakima herald really sucks so i buy the Seattle times on Sunday too. good paper. more to read and better editorials etc. Still not feeling to well. Hope i don't have a hassle with the boss tomorrow. just want to work and split. tired of fighting. looking to get a good nights sleep tonight so i will hit the sack early.

Got to start reading again. watching too much TV. need to get out more. well tomorrow is Monday so, there will be more tomorrow.

peace.

Just some thoughts

It was just another day for me. Worked in the morning and a little this afternoon. Had to make a few adjustments at a few of the reservoirs but didn't feel like doing much else.

Dave and willie spent the day with mom so rob could meet Maggie and cousin Steve and Robbie in Manhattan. They all went back to mom's for dinner and had a great time. I of course wasn't there and was a bit melancholy as a result. Jake called me this morning. It was great to hear from him. He is working in Berlin as a Security guard for the new embassy construction. He is due back in the states in about a month and we are going to try to get together. Irwin called while I was talking to Jake and I called him back. Man it was good to talk to him too. We haven't talked in almost 20 years! He sounded like the old days. He hasn't changed too much. He is big into running now and such. We are going to try to get together when i come in to NY.

I haven't been feeling to well so I didn't do much else today. Cleaned the bathroom etc, and roasted a half chicken for dinner. Otherwise I watched a couple of movies and such and drank a little wine. Thought I would jot down a few thoughts then hit the sack early. I have no social life in Yakima so I might as well. Listening to WNYC Folksongs while I am typing this. Man that's one great thing about the Internet, live stream free radio from NY. I'm really looking forward to Fire Island. I'm going to really put some effort into job hunting after the trip as I am sick of where I'm at with no hop for things to change it is the only course. I may be a little old for a career change but there has to be something better out there.

I've been thinking of the old days and how I used to be. There is allot of me now that is better but there is allot of the old me I miss too. I want to feel that freedom again. It's still in my heart. I feel like a prisoner right now trying to find a way to escape. I HATE THAT FEELING! I want to be free again and I can't stand it! I'm getting to the point where I'm just going to split and let it happen. I don't think it is midlife crisis. I have always felt that way in my heart.

Gonna go make a milkshake now.

peace

Thursday at the Lake

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Went in to work early as usual, had to get everything done by 8 as we had to go to Rimrock Lake for a "Meeting" actually it was a way to waste the day and have a picnic. My boss took my power money bonus and decide to spend it on steaks rather than dispersing to myself and my assistants as a cash bonus. He is technically not allowed to keep the bonus but somehow he got it all and I found out so he felt guilty and decided this was his way to make it up to us. What bullshit. Everyone got to waste the day at the lake pretending we were having a safety meeting. He doesn't realize that I still have to get my job done, so I just had to work harder and stay later as I was forced to attend the meeting and told to ignore operations. Only in the federal gov't could such things be possible. So I worked my ass off to get morning report done, reservoir releases made and line out the power plants. When we returned at 1:30 I had to stay late to make reservoir adjustments and return phone calls. Not much of a break for me though I did get some sun and brought home two steaks for dinner. I'm going to let him know I still feel screwed and would have rather have had the cash which I could have used to help my mother with her medical expenses. Well enough venting about work!

I got home late and called back east. Mom and Adel were okay but wondering why I hadn't called all day. they let three messages during the day. I asked my brothers and sisters to call during the day because I would be unable to. But nobody called. Robert called at 8pm and remind me it was aunt marge's 85th birthday today so i hung up with him and called her right away. We spoke for 40 minutes and had a great conversation. She is still pretty sharp and was so glad I called. Maggie and Robert called hermearlier. Her two sons never called her. They are both two worthless souls who can't let go off the past. When you are in your fifty's you should let the past go and do the right thing. So you had your problems with your mother,get over it, she is 85 and life is too short. These god fearing men are a couple of hypocrites. Grow up Jeffrey and Douglas.

Talked to Michael and Maria for a bit. They are well. Michael got a B in Science and a C in social studies. He is smarter than that but lazy. I'm going to have to have a talk with him.

Had a steak sandwich for dinner with some steamed broccoli, and some burgundy. feeling better now. There is a grateful dead show on PBS tonight at 10 to 1:30. Will program the VCR as I will never be able to stay awake to watch it. Got to get up at 4:30 am. Didn't win lotto so I have to go to work tomorrow. Have an eye Dr. appt tomorrow afternoon and have to work Saturday and Sunday (half days). I don't mind working weekends when I am in town as there is nothing to do in Yakima anyway. Hope to take off next Friday and spend the weekend with the Barone's.

I guess I sound pretty negative, I don't mean too my life isn't horrible but I guess I expect too much. Got give the strength to change the things I can and to accept the things I can't and the wisdom to differentiate between the two! Well it's getting late and I have a few things to do.

peace!

Hump day

Well it was a busy morning at work. Got an early start. Tom was back after 4 days off an was his usual helpful self. He is a nice guy but likes to bullshit all the time. Got everything lined out by 11 and took a couple hours off. Need to get away as I was tired and couldn't take being around the group. They are all Happy to do nothing. Even my boss is bullshit. Oh well they are federal employees and just can't help themselves.

The film crew showed up at mom's house around 6:30. They took allot of pictures and were very nice to mom.Adel was so excited. Just like a teenager!. Gee, I hope it works out and they want to use the hose. They could use the $ and the excitement. Maggie called this afternoon for a few minutes. Dave called and we spoke for about a half hour. He is going through some rough times at work too. I called and spoke to Bruce B.for a bit and we decided I would come next weekend instead of this. It works better for all. I would rather work this weekend and make sure everything goes well and I have a Dr. appt Friday and I should go to glen's retirement dinner Friday night.

I have to finalize my flight plans tonight or tomorrow. Should make a few calls this weekend to NY too.

Had breakfast for dinner, poached eggs and turkey sausages with toast. It was easy and good.

Spoke to mom and rob before they went to bed. All is well with them. Mom was eating her nightly dose of ice cream and rob was ready for sleep. He really needs a long break. I hope he can hold out till I come in as he won't get more than a day or so from Maggie or Dave. It's not their fault, just the way it is. Jane is a no show but that is typical. Have to pay my bills tomorrow. Should have enough $ for the weekend. Payday Tuesday. Want to write more but not right now.

peace

Hollywood at 88-02

Well, quite an exciting day for Mom and Rob. Apparently Al Pacino and Robert Dinero are filming a movie in Richmond Hill NY this summer and are interested in using Mom's house in the movie. The director and others are coming by the house tomorrow to do a walk through to see if it will work in their film. I thought Rob was pulling my leg at first but when I talked to Adel I was convinced. A studio representative came by the house today to set up an appt. to walk through the house and take some photos tomorrow. The studio called Robert a few times today to make arrangements. It would be great if it worked out but even if it doesn't it is still quite exciting, especially for Mom and Rob. Well we'll see what happens and I will continue to update.

As for my day. It was just another day at work. Went in at 6am and took care of business. They wanted to do a bunch of computer security test on my data collection system which involved shutting it down for a few hours so I took off at 10:30. Went home to relax and do a few chores. Decided not to go back into the office and worked from home for about 1 1/2 hours over the course of the afternoon. Did some bookkeeping and other misc. paperwork then some home PC maintenance. Watched a little TV and did some laundry etc. I watched a little cspan regarding the proposed energy bill. It's hard to stomach watching our elected officials waste so much time on rhetoric and getting nothing accomplished. We really need to clean house in DC. Across the board, Dems and Republicans, doesn't matter what label they wear let's clean house. Can't be any worse than what is being done by the incumbents. The current regime is not interested in the welfare of the common American and never will be. We have to eliminate the professional politician! But it will never happen in my lifetime. The American people lack the motivation to actually do anything. We have become a lazy populace and until the impacts to the common man are sufficient to motivate them to action nothing will change. Wake up America they are picking our pockets and selling us out right before our eyes! Well I'm getting to heavy, on with my day.

Made a hamburger with steamed broccoli and cauliflower with homemade cheese sauce for dinner. Mmmmm goood!

Did a 3 way call with Maggie and Rob so Rob could tell her the Hollywood saga as Maggie thought I was pulling her leg. We all spoke for about 20 minutes and Maggie was finally convinced. Larry as usual was typically cynical (god bless him he is so steady). Emily was yelling in the background about the computer not working so we said our goodbyes and the east coasters were off to bed. I'm watching TV and blogging.

I need to call the Barone's about the weekend but will wait till tomorrow to see how work goes. I have an eye appt. Friday at 2 and Glen's retirement party is Friday night and I really should attend. If I go to Chewelah it will be Saturday morning and only if I can take Monday off. Wait and see. I really need to make the trip. I miss them and haven't seen them since last December. Gas is down 15 cents a gallon since Memorial Day so it won't cost as much but I am really broke and would have to charge everything as payday isn't till next Tuesday.

My doctor gave me some sleep aid samples yesterday. I tried Lunestar last night and it helped but I still woke up allot, but did fall back to sleep easier. I am going to try the Ambien tonight to see if it is any better. It would be nice to sleep more than 2 hours at a clip. I can't remember the last time I slept for 6 hours straight, let alone eight. I have to keep my bedroom window closed as the birds wake me up at 4:30 in the morning. It gets light too early. That's why I hate daylight savings time.

Still haven't heard from Dave. I guess I will have to call him eventually. Robert hasn't told him about Fire Island dates yet and I am leaving it up to him if he tells Dave or not. Last year was quite the disaster when they came and I don't want a re-run of that. Well I'm gonna take a break and have some desert. Maybe more later.

peace!

Just another manic Monday

Well since I couldn't sleep, I got up before 5am and went into work about 5:50. Good to get an early start as I had a 9:30 Dr. appt. Was quite busy but got everybody lined out before 9 and split. Between Dr. and drug store was done by 11, went to Safeway and picked up a few things then went home. Checked on the river and phoned in to work. Took care of a few things asked Teresa to take care of a couple of reservoir changes, lined bill out, called mom then checked e-mail. Rob got dates firmed up with Carol re: Fire Island, now I can make my flight reservations and firm things up. I am soooo looking forward to the beach.

Am planning on Chewelah this weekend, hope it works out but things are in transition on the river and may need to work. Called the bank to discuss my IRA. I want to transfer my IRA with B of A . to my TSP but might have waited too long. I have to call the TSP people and figure things out.

Maggie called and is planning on the front end at Fire Island. Wish she could stay for the whole time.

Still haven't written back to Irwin regarding his last e-mail. Gots to do that soon. Have allot of cards to send out this week. Old ones and new. Birthdays and graduations etc.

Trying to keep a positive perspective but it is getting hard. I really need a life change but I just can't seem to pin down what I want to do. I got my Ten Year Certificate 2 weeks ago and I am amazed. I know why I feel this way. I never spent 10 years in one occupation my whole life. Time for something new even if I am over 50!. It's all just too easy and predictable, no challenge any more. I am so not stimulated.

If I only had someone to love maybe I wouldn't feel so anxious. I can't seem to settle down. I wish I could find a gal I could be comfortable with . A friend and a lover. But you have to look to find and I have given up looking. I keep thinking love is going to fall at my feet like when I was young. How foolish. But I would rather be alone than in a loveless relationship. I've seen tooo many of those go down in flames!I don't hear from Barbara unless I call and I am afraid to call After all these years I am still in love with her in a way I can't explain. I guess I always will be. It just doesn't hurt like it used to. I'm going to call her this week just to say hello. I know she doesn't care whether I do or not but I am feeling nostalgic and want to hear her voice.

Well the 30 days are up so I guess I am going to keep the laptop! Already made one payment and have to make the next this week so what the hell.

Just spoke to maggie. We spoke for a little about Mom and my plans to try and come back to care for her. She is still waiting on the state to send the info.

I am finding that keeping up the blog makes me feel better. Just to read my thoughts on the screen is quite therapeutic. I haven't missed more than a day since I started. I don't think anyone has read it but that is not the reason I am doing it anyway. Well I'm getting a little wordy tonight so I guess that's it for now. Maybe more later.

peace.

A dreary Saturday

Got up at 5am and went into work as usual. Had to make a few releases from the reservoirs as rain is projected in the mountains and I don't have much room left in them. Picked up some groceries after work and came home, made some breakfeast, egg biscuit and 3 turkey sausages. Tried Mom and Rob, Mom was up all night so rob was letting her sleep. Tried them again around 4edt and they were showering so rob will call me later. Maggie called and we spoke for a little. She is going in next Saturday and she and rob will meet steve in NYC for a little get together while dave stays with Mom. Maggie will stay till Monday night to cover for adel while she is busy with visiting family.

I am monitoring the river from home and may have to go in later to make some adjustments. Going to try and find a good movie to watch and relax. I am very tired but can't seem to nap.

more later,

Peace

Busy morning at work getting ready for the big meeting. All went well and I got to go home on time. No big debate about declining forcast a projected lower summer river flows.
Spoke with mom a couple of times today.She was so much better as she finally got some sleep.
Adel had to wake hre at 1pm but they had a good day.
Didn't hear from anyone els excep rob about 630pm.
Very tired tonight! didn't get much sleep last night. hope to sack early tonight.
more later.
peace and god bless

A day to vent!

Had a busy day at work which was good cause it kept my mind off of my disappointing family. .
We all must live and be judged by our deeds. Words mean nothing if they are not followed by action. Their contributions may satiate their conscience but god will be their final judge! God forgive me for judging them but I have had enough!
Thank god for Adel. She may be getting paid for taking care of Mom but she shows more concern for her and Robert than D and J ever have. She is always there for Robert when he needs her!!!!! She has put up with Mom no matter how difficult Mom gets. When Mom is having a bad day Adel is there. She doesn't complain when Robert is late or he needs her to come early or stay late. I wish D and J would show half the concern or real interest in Mom's life that Adel does.
Spent the day at work preparing for tomorrows meeting. We had quite a discussion regarding our run-off forecast but we were all close in our thoughts of what it should be. The fisheries biologists will be disappointed as the projected summer flow will be lower adn we can expect allot less water in our reservoirs this September. Oh well we all pray for rain.
I will try to get to sllep early tonight,
peace

Very busy morning at work. Had a lousy night, didn't sleep. Neither did mom or Rob. Rob had a big case and had to leave by 8am. Adel showed up at 9am and mom was on couch waiting for her. Was a rough day as mom was exhausted and ornery all day. Talked to her quite a few times but could not really calm her. had a very busy afternoon between calls to mom and working from home. I'm glad to have Teresa at work to help me out. she is a joy to have, never complains. If only I were younger. She reminds me of Barbara.

Robert is making mom some dinner. She is up in bed now and calmed down now that rob is home. I am listening to an interview on WNYC about Monterrey Pops Festival. Thank god for the Internet. Never hear this on my local public radio. Wish I had a little weed would help me sleep. Weather has cooled off and should stay that way this week.

Got to get in touch with JC an Debbie. Heard she had another attack and is not doing so well. I really want to get away and spend a few days in Chewelah to catch up with everyone there. I need to unwind and such. Wouldn't mind a little golf too. Got to get some money together for a trip. Also need to send out birthday and graduation gifts! Trying to keep a PMA over all and want to get back on my diet.

Trying to avoid the political scene as I am so fed up with the hypocrisy. Nothing will ever change with American politics until we can get the corporate money out of it which they will never let happen.

I read a few good articles today in the AARP bulletin regarding some breakthroughs in Alzheimer's treatments. I am going to look into the possibility of getting Mom in some of the studies on new drug treatments. I will check out some of the web links to wee if there are any studies going on in NY that we could get mom in.

Maybe more later,

peace

Monday, Monday

Just another day. Quite busy at work, problems with the power plant at Tieton as usual. Made the day go fast though. Before I knew it it was time to go. Spoke with mom a few times. Rob and Mom called later and we spoke for about a half hour. Robert is talking to Carol to get Fire Island trip worked out. I am really looking forward to that! Maybe we can get more than a week. Still can't get in touch with Kevin. Will have to drop him a line as his phone seems to be disconnected. Still waiting for details from Maggie regarding home health care and FMLA forms from doctor. Robert is determined to stay in the house. I am willing to support that but he has to get deed issues taken care of to get financing together to get work done. I guess

I am going to keep the laptop. Not had any problems with it and I really enjoy having it! Probably could have gotten a little better deal but not with the five installments. That is the great part of it and the Gateway is working well.

Weather is cooling off so I don't need to run the AC, thank god! Still haven't heard from Dave. Oh well. More later maybe.

peace

Hot Sunday

97 today, another record high!!!!!!! Got called out to work at 4:30am busy morning. Had to get Bill to Bumping Lake by 6am then to the office to make a bunch of reservoir releases. I'm tired tonight and hope I don't get an alarm tonight. Bed will be early with the hopes of a good night's sleep. Mom had the visiting nurse today then Rob went out for awhile while Adel stayed with Mom. Thank God for Adel!!!!!!

Talked to the Barone's for awhile until I got a call from Lake Easton. It never ends!!!!!! Maybe more later.

peace

A Hot Saturday!

It was a hot Saturday, about 95 and supposed to be hotter tomorrow. Went to the office this morning for a few hours then work from home the rest of the day. Had to run Bill up to Bumping Lake then Clear Lake then Rimrock. Oh well he like the overtime. I am playing it close to the bone on the Lakes and it takes allot of watching. They are all almost full and I have to be care full not to let them over fill as I don't want the paperwork and bullshit that goes with it. Spoke with Mom and Rob a few times today. Mom was a little down at first but she seemed to improve as the day went on. Rob got her out on the porch for a couple of hours while he did some gardening. then she helped him cook dinner.

In between work I watched westerns all afternoon and am watching the Shootest (John Wayne) right now. I'm a sucker for a good John Wayne western. It's the Son's of Katie Elder next. I bought the DVD today. Only $10.00 for the two movies. I am building quite a collection of his movies.

Spoke with Maggie briefly today we will talk more tomorrow when she has time. Don't hear from Dave much anymore. Don't expect to hear from Jane anytime soon. I have to work the next few weekends but I am planning on the weekend of the 15th to go to Chewelah.

Robert seemed a little down today. He has been carrying the bag for the past few years now and it is taking it's toll. Hope he talks to Carol soon and we get the house for a week this summer. I hope I can work things out to take over for him this fall. Waiting to hear from Maggie about what I have to do to make it happen.

Well it's milkshake Saturday so I'm done for now. More later.

peace!

Friday came and Friday went. It was another hot one here! 93 in the shade and hotter tomorrow. Work went well for it being FoF ( fuck off Friday). Snow in the mountains is melting off fast cause it is so hot so I have to keep a close watch on my reservoirs. Have to work tomorrow. Mom and Rob are doing well. Spoke with Maggie briefly. I am tired and plan on hitting the sack early as there is nothing going on. Burgers for dinner, a little TV and then bed. How exciting!!!!! Oh well such is my life in Yakima!

peace