Soda Shoppe July 1 , 2024

JaneS · July 09, 2024, 07:47:34 AM

Good Morning Everyfriend! I've been up and attem for a while. Cooper is here and we've had our first walk of the day. I have an eye dr. appointment at 10 but it's right down the road about 5 minutes from here. I'll have to go in and get my shower and dress neatly for that but not right away.

AMY, Cathy actually hid my step stool from me a while back. And when I told her I needed to change the light bulb in the hall or I'd be falling over a little black doggie who wound her way around my ankles in the dark hall, she got it out with orders that SHE would do the climbing. Of course, she also allows Frankie to climb for me!

I wish you all a good day! Make it your own in every way! And don't forget to tall us how you did that! We care!

RAMMEL · July 09, 2024, 09:09:11 AM

Again we're starting off today at 80° and muggy. It looks like this will be the story for a week. This is not my kind of weather. Luckily I don't have to work in it. Where it applies, - keep cool.

JaneS · July 09, 2024, 09:45:25 PM

Not much action in here today. It's nice to see both Rick and AMY!

RICK, I've been trying to stay comfortable in this heat but it's not easy. If I keep the A/C on in the house I end up having to put on socks and a jacket to keep warm inside. Then when I go out I take the jacket off and I still come home sweating! Not my kind of weather either!

As you can see in my previous note, my ladder did disappear and when it came back, it came with strict orders!

My Dr. trip today was the dentist. The young lady did my cleaning and then the Dr. came in to do his checkup. Since I was there the last time they got a new dentist. And since mine was off today, the new guy did my checkup! I think he was about 14 years old. My gosh they all look so young these days! You don't suppose it's because I'm getting OLD, do you!

I wish you all a peaceful night'S sleep and a happy tomorrow. Come by and share your day with us. We miss you when you stat away!

RAMMEL · July 09, 2024, 10:31:58 PM

Gonna pack it in early tonight. As usual I got little to nothing done today. Tomorrow may just be the same.

JaneS · July 10, 2024, 06:43:33 AM

Good Morning Everyfriend! I have about 10 minutes until Cooper arrives and my day takes off! I hope you all have a good one today! I have some things to do that will take a bit of effort but I WILL get them done! Tomorrow is another day! Make today yours! I plan to make it mine in every way!

P.S. I just killed a fly that was trying to take over my office!

Amy · July 10, 2024, 07:12:13 AM

Good morning..

We are to get the residue from Beryl today.I hope it is just rain .

Since it has been raining the grass trimming will have to wait. Need to do odd jobs today,vacuum seal some chickens that I picked up for our friend. These we on sale for 1.99 a lb. and since he lives off grid we will keep them in the freezer till he needs them.

Jane, have fun with Cooper and be mindful of the heat when walking. Even the pavement can get hot and burn dogs paws.

Rick,when it is this hot doing little to nothing is just perfect. Stay cool.

Phyllis, no sign of the fox. Hope they have moved deeper into the woods away from the roadways.

Patricia, busy day ahead?

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

RAMMEL · July 10, 2024, 09:03:16 AM

Starting another one at over 80°. Remember last winter when we were saying ............. The weather map looks like Jane should be getting some rain, and maybe us tonight.
A second reminder - Dog's feet - hot sidewalks/roads.

phyllis · July 10, 2024, 09:10:33 AM

Another hot day with rain predicted. I don't think I will go out today. I must clear out the freezer to make room for a box of meat to be delivered on the 14th. It is a good day to have my arms in the cold freezer for a while.

Good to remind people to take care of their animals in this heat, Rick. Too many people around here are careless of their pet's health.

Take care, All.

JaneS · July 10, 2024, 11:01:06 AM

When Cooper and I go for walks, he seems to know where he can go that it's all grass or gravel driveway. He has different ways every time we go out. And we we come to a paved driveway, he runs across! He's a little smarty and I follow his lead! Thanks for the warnings! We don't stay out long in this weather! And our first walk is around 7 a.m. It's usually not searing at that time!

patricia19 · July 10, 2024, 11:46:21 AM

Good morning, we're back into the seventies again with blue skies and cotton ball clouds, but the rains will return overnight and will alternate with sunshine until August and it's rains return.

The McDonald's fire is still going strong, as of yesterday,"We've had chill temperatures in the forties and fifties, with steady rain for over a week now and while the fires aren't growing as furiously, they're still going. Joining the support crews from Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, and California, are Colorado smoke jumpers. As of Sunday, the fire sits at a 0% containment rate and officials are hoping to contain the fire by the beginning of October." From Colorado news sources, July ninth; "An Alaska wildfire that started June 8th has grown over 172,000 acres.

The Alaska fire, known as the McDonald fire, was initially caused by a lighting strike. 80 firefighters have been called to help tame the flames, and 10 of them are from the Colorado River and Fire Rescue Wildland Division."

The past 8 days of rain have brought the Interior rivers to near flood stage with some minor road overflows and helped to damp down some of the brush and other fire fuels.

I heard yesterday that Vegas was 120 on Monday and 115 yesterday. It must be interesting there with tourists, gamblers, parties and those types of temperatures.

Other than that, I'm doing a laundry load of whites and getting a haircut this afternoon.

patricia19 · July 10, 2024, 12:09:55 PM

Now I know where all that smoke went that was so bad with the fires;

From Bismark, North Dakota; "If you look outside, you may notice a haze or maybe even a smell of smoke in the air. An upper northwest flow is bringing in more smoke from wildfires out in Alberta, Canada. There are also fires around Alaska and Washington state." "Because of the northwest flow pattern that's aloft, that's directing the smoke directly into North Dakota.

Semerad and Jones both said that these fires are large, and we could see the haze linger into the next few weeks.

Most of it is staying aloft right now, explained Megan Jones, a Meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Bismarck. "But, there is always that potential for that smoke to mix down to the surface. That's something we're always keeping an eye on because it will start to impact visibilities as well as the air quality impacts at the surface," said Jones.

JaneS · July 10, 2024, 06:58:11 PM

Ww just now had a heavy rain storm and it's not over. It was bad enough to take out the TV signal. The TV just came back on and the rain slowed down but it not over yet.

PATRICIA, Alaska is sure having the fires. It makes me glad I don't live there! You do a great job of letting us know what's happening there!

The thunder just cracked overhead. I'm sure the rain isn't finished! I'm finishing my walking for today in the small circles and up and down the hall inside the house tonight! I'm not taking any chances! At least the wind isn't blowing hard enough to do any damage....yet!

JaneS · July 10, 2024, 09:40:41 PM

Still raining but slowing down. Thundering off in the distance but REALLY WET out there. I'm heading for the haystack. I sure hope it didn't get wet!! Good night! Sleep well!

RAMMEL · July 10, 2024, 10:27:28 PM

Good night, and waiting for that rain here

Amy · July 11, 2024, 07:19:53 AM

Good morning...

Rain here..light at the moment. Yesterdays rain was heavy at times then it also got a bit windy out.Flood warning in some area . Wish we could share the rain to those that need just rain to put out the fires!.

Enjoy your day and stay safe...

ps .don't forget to get your covid booster..

JaneS · July 11, 2024, 08:00:05 AM

Good Morning Everyfriend! I'm up and attem! My first load of wash is folded and put away; my second one is in the dryer; and my third one is in the washer! And my 4th and 5th are lying on the floor in my bedroom!

Cathy just texted to say she'll let me know when she's heading for Wenger's and I already had my morning walk!

AMY, we had that rain last night along with thunder and wind but I didn't blow away and I haven't heard of any real damage in this area...Thank goodness for that!

Now I better get back work or I wont be ready when Cathy calls. Have a great day Everyfriend! Make it your own in every way and don't forget to let us know how you spent it! We CARE!

RAMMEL · July 11, 2024, 09:46:14 AM

The rain never made it here. Again starting off at about 80°.

If you're having a dull day, go here https://www.seniorsandfriends.org/village-clubhouse~place-for-fun!/'jokes-and-humor'/ and do some reviewing.

Tomereader1 · July 11, 2024, 12:26:49 PM

Five loads of wash? And it's just YOU?

Amy · July 11, 2024, 01:43:59 PM

This has not been a boring day!! Phone calls that are scams have been front and centre . Don't you wish people could make better use of their time??
No ,rain and trimming could be done....maybe..

The two little fox are in the culvert..I just hope they don't get hit on the roadway should they decide to cross.

patricia19 · July 11, 2024, 02:43:47 PM

Good late morning. Jane I feel the same about those states with hurricanes and tornados, I don't understand their mindset.

Amy, I have a good spam guide on my phone, but lately, I've had some crazy spam emails in my spam folder.

I've been doing my laundry loads on different days, yesterday was whites. It breaks up an onerous task into smaller bits.

Nothing really on tap today, I deleted numerous computer bits and pieces and decided to be more thoughtful about what I was saving. After that, I've been on YouTube most of the morning.

JaneS · July 11, 2024, 09:39:11 PM

After we got back from the store and all the stuff was put away, Frankie stopped by and left Cooper while she went to the Dr and then WM. After they left and Cathy was gone and all the groceries were put away, I finished the laundry and then had my supper. After supper, I took naps off and on in front of the TV and now I'm going to give up trying to watch TV and head for the haystack!

I wish you all a peaceful night's sleep and a happy tomorrow! Make it your own in every way!

MarsGal · July 12, 2024, 06:37:24 AM

Yesterday we got a bit of a break in the temps. I don't think it got over 80^oF. Last I checked in the afternoon, it had only reached 78^oF. According to the local weather, we are still getting scattered showers and thunderstorms, the last of the Beryl remnants. Beryl stayed well west of us choosing instead to head up through Ohio and through Canada to hit the Northeast. Originally we were to be just inside the edge of the main storm. Since that didn't happen, we got practically no rain. The weather map shows us in a moderate drought condition now.

This morning I woke up early. I actually got up before Oscar!

Just a few minutes ago I again saw the big yellow fluff-ball and its' smaller black companion. Except for once, every time I've seen them they are together, no other kitties. I have begun to think they might be feral.

Amy · July 12, 2024, 06:56:22 AM

Good morning..

Lovely start to the day, 58° sunny and I am sure we will enjoy the little time it is here. Rain in the forcast for later today.More loose ends to tie up today, garbage run, pay a bill then home to ??

Enjoy your day and stay safe.

JaneS · July 12, 2024, 08:08:52 AM

Good Morning! My day is off and running! I was up early, made the bed, got dressed, had my breakfast and greeted Cooper's arrival. Also, Frankie is feeling better today than yesterday. It's good she was able to get a Drs. advice an find out what to do. Also, Cooper has had his walk and his breakfast and we've been out in the yard together to fill the bird feeder! Some of the birdies seem able to bear his presence. they were at the feeder even before he came back in the house.

Now I'm on my own. I have some chicken and taters to cook for dinner but that's later! I also have the paper to read! But I think I'll take a short eye rest before I do that!

The weather here has been nice also. I spent the night with all the windows open. I love sleeping with the windows open. It's the way I grew up! No A/Cs back in my growing up days!

Right now, it's 70 degrees here and heading for a high of 87 at 4 this afternoon but it's not going to last that high for long!

Have a great day, Everyfriend! Make it the best you've had for a while and don't forget to stop by. We miss you when we don't "see" you!

RAMMEL · July 12, 2024, 09:36:24 AM

Be careful of "short eye rest". You know what that can lead too.
We're starting off at below 80 for a change. Only 75 now and a light rain falling.

phyllis · July 12, 2024, 09:58:37 AM

Light rain here this morning,
too. Much needed and much appreciated.

The house repair was finished yesterday...I think. Maybe I can relax a little bit now before something else needs doing.

Take care, All.

Amy · July 12, 2024, 10:56:36 AM

Just came in from talking to the neighbour telling her of the doe and spotted fawn we saw this morning. Took a peek at the culvert and there was the fox pup peeking back!! Just wish they would move deeper into the woods away from traffic.

Phyllis, that is good news!!

Rick 74° here now and the a/c is running..going to be a fry day on Friday.

RAMMEL · July 12, 2024, 10:58:53 AM

Sounds about like here. Those 90's will be coming back.

Amy · July 12, 2024, 11:07:11 AM

Good day to stay inside..

patricia19 · July 12, 2024, 01:51:24 PM

Good morning, we're back with sunny skies, no clouds and 65 presently with highs due later in the late seventies, early eighties. We're expecting high winds and scattered thundershowers again on the weekend. My meet and greets are over, basic morning chores are finished and everyone fed and coffee's made. So, here I am on the web again.

Amy, MG, other than small birds, I don't see any wildlife here, but in the northwest part of the city, where two rivers loop into small creeks, ponds and sloughs, there are moose, swans and other waterbirds. Some of the tourists on the bus have been half giddy after visits to the wildlife refuge.

I miss those days when I, with my camera, used to spend hours in the public viewing areas and on some of the public back trails. Now, only the public viewing areas are open to the public, with the few public trails closed now. Too many people ignored the rules and signs and let their dogs run free on the trails.

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