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Good Morning: One thing I have learned over the years is living where do here in the north… you must accept that “Spring” is just a rumor until at least June.

So starting things off, we are all waking up here in the north under cloudy skies, but the silver lining’ is it’s a mite warmer than yesterday morning’, and that’s just dandy by me.

Here’s a look at the weather forecast for Port Loring, Ontario:

Today: Monday, March 3

• Daytime: Mostly cloudy with a 30% chance of flurries. High around 28°F (-2°C).
• Night: Partly cloudy. Low near 26°F (-3°C).

Tomorrow: Tuesday, March 4

• Daytime: Snow in the morning, possibly changing’ to rain or flurries by noon. Risk of a touch of freezing’ drizzle early on. Snowfall could tally up to about 0.8 inches (2 cm). High near 36°F (2°C).
• Night: Periods of snow. Low around 32°F (0°C).

Wednesday, March 5

• Daytime: Expect periods of rain or snow. High around 39°F (4°C).
• Night: Continued periods of rain or snow. Low dropping’ to 16°F (-9°C).

So, keep that umbrella or snow shovel handy, depending’ on how Mother Nature decides to roll the dice.

Now, as for the roads: Well Highway 522 has a few snow-covered spots, but for the most part, traveling’ should be fair today. Of course, living out here in the sticks, that can change quicker than a blink of an eye. One minute it’s clear, the next you’re wondering’ if you should’ve packed a lunch before heading to town.

That’s small-town livin’ for ya. Ain’t no fancy city crews rushing’ out to salt and plow at the first sign of snow. We just take it as it comes, same way folks have done for generations. And honestly, that’s just fine by most of us… we like our peace and quiet, even if it means putting up with a few extra inches of snow and a bumpy back road or two.

So, wherever you’re headin’ today, take ‘er slow, keep your wits about ya, and maybe wave to a neighbor or two… chances are, you’ll know ’em.

Yesterday was one of those bitter cold days that made a fellow think twice about stepping outside. So, I did the sensible thing—stayed in where it was warm and put in some time at the computer. Turned out to be a productive day, too. The words came easy, and I managed to get a good number of stories written for my newspaper columns. Always makes my day when things flow the way they should. Some days, writing feels like work, but then there are days like yesterday when everything just falls into place. Those are the ones that remind me why I’ve been at it for so long.

So what are you up to today GW? Well, today I plan on getting back to tuning those Native American flutes I’ve had on the go for the past few weeks. Be nice to get them finished up. If all goes as planned, they should be looking good and singing even better in another week. That’ll put a smile on my face, as with spring just around the corner, I’ve got plenty of other things in mind that need doing.

With that, it’s time for my morning bowl of porridge, made by my lovely wife, along with a hot cup of cocoa. After that, I’ll be heading out to the shop… well, once we finish our regular morning chat. Can’t forget that.

Until next time—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW

Oh… and Happy Birthday Dad! This would have been his birthday, March 3. I miss the old feller!!!