Tuesday, January 27, 2009

The Mighty I-Pod Shuffle


I finally found a use for this devise.  It's good therapy for Cloody, or rather we think it could be. Each afternoon I plug the I-Pod into the stereo and we listen for about an hour to Podcasts of various works of literature.  Mostly poems or short stories.  This is supposed to a good mental exercise for her.  Such wonderful works by authors like Robert Louis Stevenson, Poe, O'henry, Kipling, Noyes, Richmal Crompton, and P. G. Wodehouse to mention a few.   Most of what we listen to comes from The Clsssic Tales Podcast  and may be found on the I-Tune music store.  All are free downloads. 

It Aint Over 'Till It's Over


I went to bed last night. The temperature was 30 degrees; it was lightly raining and ice was forming on everything.  This morning it was still a light rain but the temperature was 34 degrees.  How lucky can one be?  
We are not in the clear yet.  If the temps drop, and it surely will tonight, anything could happen.
Snow wouldn't be too bad, but the ice would be a disaster.  Time will tell.

Monday, January 26, 2009

Did Tom and Edna Ever Get to Florida???

Winter Weather

Well, everyone is talking about the weather. What will happen?

Snow---The white flakey stuff
Sleet--- The frozen ice pellets 
Freezing Rain --- The really bad stuff.  Falls as a liquid, and freezes on contact.  Everything above ground is coated in ice.  Power lines, trees,  often break under the weight of the ice, and streets and bridges become very slick and dangerous.  Power fails and we sit around in the dark and shiver.

Reminds me of a fellow named Sam McGee.  Sam just couldn't get warm until he was;   Well, I won't tell you any more.  Suggest you click on Robert Services famous poem as he tells it much better than I.   Click Here 

Friday, January 23, 2009

Greeting, Tom and Edna

This posting is dedicated to the our two friends who are now enjoying a warmer lifestyle in Florida.

The two bad boys at the end caused me to do a little clipping.  I hope I took out enough to stay out of trouble, but left enough for Tom's message. 

Have fun and enjoy the trip.  


Sunday, January 18, 2009

Percy's Art

Thanks Percy for the nice photos of your art.  I'm very
 proud to show off your talent,  and Cloody and I
 encourage you to continue with your enthusiasm and
 hard work.  


Friday, January 16, 2009

It's Cold Outside



Cloody and I had a catfish lunch at the Village Cafe today.  Friday is always catfish, and as usual it was very good.   We passed the Ramey Center coming home and from the number of cars, it looks like the Bridge club is having a good turnout.  After all, what's better than a good Bridge game on a cold dreary afternoon unless it's movie watching.   We are having some of the coldest temperatures we have experienced  in several years, so we will spend the afternoon catching up on home movie viewing.  Life is great!   Here's to good viewing and warmer weather.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Thank You, Bennie and Patsy


I went to the mail box today and got a nice surprise.  Not only did I fail to get a bill today, but I received a nice gift from our friends the Smiths.  I'm very impressed with all the interesting and helpful information, and each time I read it, I will be reminded of you all.  Thanks very much.

January Fruit , The Best Gift Ever


Honey Bell Oranges

These must be the juiciest oranges in the world and they are sooo sweet.  

They are so messy; a bib is included.   Just enjoy!











Cloody has been waiting for these treats since Christmas.  Gifts from the children. We both say Thanks, Thanks, Thanks.    Honey Bell oranges and delicious grapefruit makes for a unforgettable winter treat.  Thanks to Tita, I have become an expert at " supreme segmenting" a grapefruit.  

Monday Night Out


The Village Cafe


You're invited to the cafe for lunch each day and for breakfast on Saturday.    

Good food and fellowship.  Join us and bring friend.

Lisa Cagle









Lisa Gagle,   cafe manager

Monday night dinner, hosted by the Village Cafe and the Resident Council, was a smashing success.  Turn out was good and the food was wonderful.  The Lasagna prepared by Lisa was outstanding, and the the desserts by the Village residents were the best ever.  I love those pecan tassies by Edna Majors, and I must confess I ate my share.  I think everyone had a good time and we are looking forward to the next event which will probably be in March.  Thanks to Lisa and all for a great event.

Sunday, January 11, 2009

The Weekend

Sometimes being retired the days seem to run together, but the weekends still stand out.  Maybe it's because I was in that priveleged  group that got to work on weekends, and now I'm free to do whatever presents itself.  

Yesterday Cloody and I took a drive over to Jonesboro.  The day was cold and dreary with few people stirring about.  We met the Smiths for a Mexican lunch which was delicious, and later we joined them at home for dessert.  Patsy makes a great blueberry cake, and I got my first taste of Andy's frozen custard.  Fat old people getting fatter.  Did I say that?

The drive home was pleasant. It's now mostly four-lanes now, and the speed trap though Dell, AR has been eliminated.   Coming home I found that just east of Jonesboro I could get four bars on the cell phone, and weekend calls are free.  You can't beat that in the Village.



Well, now for Sunday.  It's still cold but the sun keeps trying to peep-out.  Today was a special day at church because we are having our Christmas musical program.  Yes, you heard correctly; I did say Christmas.   The original program was scheduled December 17, but because of bad weather and ice it was cancelled.  Everyone in the choir had worked hard to present this program, so it was decided they would not be denied, and it was given today.  It was a super nice program and well enjoyed.  Thanks to the Choir and all.   


We enjoyed lunch with friends in the Village Cafe and made it home to catch up on some Net-Flicks.  I'm not sure if we accomplished anything, but we had fun and enjoyed ourselves, so what more could one ask?  

In conclusion, I must admit I found time to read  IF, a poem by Rudyard Kipling.  I vaguely remember it from high school.  I understand it's voted the number one poem in the UK, and after rereading it, I agree.  It make a lot more sense now than it did 65 plus year ago.
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Thursday, January 8, 2009

The Flower House

This is in response to the" Fish House"posting of Adventures on Dumbar Street.

How about a house like this for a neighbor.   This house was discovered in Houston, TX last year.





Tuesday, January 6, 2009

Rainy day photos from the car window

Freezing rain changes one's attitude toward photography, and sometimes good views are best had form the car window.  Cloody and I are still challenged to find out all about the area in which we are currently living, and we find the delta of northeastern Arkansas; to say the least, most interesting.  Some of the best farmland in the world, and great hunting and fishing.  If you look closely you may see ducks in some of the photos, and duck hunting is at its best.  You people from Texas could never relate to duck chili.  

One look at the fields and immediately you remember the old saying, " Too thick to drink and too thin to plow".  The levies and drainage ditches do the job of keeping us high and dry but sometimes I catch my thoughts turning to investing in a good boat.  

Whatever your thought, it's home to a lot of people and we love it.

Note the levy in the distant.

This road must go some where

Great farming--- See the ducks

Would you believe this is a rice field?

A rural chuch--I'm not sure if it's being used.

Saturday, January 3, 2009

Memories

The Seale-Lily Ice Cream Co. was a regional company located in Jackson, MS.  Not only was their product in stores, but they also operated company owned ice cream stores and soda fountains through out the state.  

In 1939 a store was opened in my home town.   I was 12 years old and was lucky to get a job as a "curb boy".  We served customers like a drive in, hanging trays of ice cream treats on cars.  The pay was $2 a week plus tips.  It was a great job as I got to become friends with all the high school boys and girls when they would all come by on dates.  You always bought your girl a soda.  

The big bonus of this job was the free ice cream from a black guy named " PineApple" who assisted the driver on the truck that bought our ice cream.  He would always toss us a pint as the truck pulled out.  This was a treat one never forgets. 

 I know, that's T. M. I.  So I'll stop for now.   P.S.   Seal-lily no longer exists.   




Friday, January 2, 2009

X Marks The Spot

You Are Here

On the floor in Sun Studios , Memphis, TN, X marks the spot where Elvis Stood when he recorded. From this spot you can go any direction you desire.  I got the idea from Dee Dee, Adventures on Dunbar Street .  

If you have a special spot or marker, join in and tell us about it.
 

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