Wife got done making up some fresh buns and bread so thought I would take a picture to show ya what one can do on his or her own, without going to the corner store. Notice the old bread box off to the left. Was the wifes Mothers many years ago. And so much better for ya. Click Picture to enlarge..
You know my wife can go outside and within ten minutes have a vase of flowers like this sittin’ on the table waitin’ to be enjoyed. She mixes them up with wild flowers and others from our gardens and walla’….. there you have it. Once done I get to sit back and admire them for days on end throughout the summer months. A picture like the one below is nice to have on hand come winter, just to show a feller what lays ahead come summer. Click picture to enlarge.
You know……… Canada is about the only country in the world that Governments can raise taxes without anyone raising a stink about it. For most parts most folks think taxes is a good thing and they benefit from them. Let me tell ya you have all been deceived. Take this new Eco Tax. This is one of the biggest money grabs of all times. What should happen is that folks should rebel and not pay the tax. Trouble is most folks here in Canada are in love with tax. Some say, well this tax helps the environment. Wrong, for most parts any of these schemes that have been implemented on helping the environment is all just a big hoax. A hoax to take the money out of a working man and gal’s pocket and put it into the p0ckets of the Powers That Be, simple as that. Today a lot of folks in my mind has blinders on, and simply put don’t want to know right from wrong. Justice if for all but trouble is justice today is what our Powers That Be want it to be, not what it should be. Below is a short list of what this new Eco Tax as some call it will be charged on. On top of that we have the HST and now coming soon the Emssions tax and then the new Smart Meters. What can one do??? Well for one thing get out there and vent let them know your feelings, don’t just sit back and let it pass as a church social, do your thing, you have rights to speak out, so do it. Oh and the biggest thing one could do I suppose would be that come election time find a man or gal that is against all these taxes and one that will stop them. Not sure if that is possible now though as pretty well all politicians are out there to make money one way or another. One thing is for sure…. this Dalton Gang has to go, Ontario has never been so far in debt, folks out of work, businesses closing up, just to many to name. What’s it take for some folks to open their eyes?
Some of the 10,000 items included in Dalton McGuinty’s eco tax grab are:
Well been a long time coming but are now getting some new pavement. Miller Paving is doing the work and I have to say they are doing a fantastic job. Great outfit, I would have to recommend them if your in the need of any paving or construction work. Great fellows. The work you see here is being done in front of our home on the bend of the HWY, just past the Shell on the right heading west. A lot of folks that read my column say it’s Walters Bend. Kind of fittin’ I Suppose. Sure will be nice when all said and done . Click Pictures to enlarge.
Hi folks, well we now have a new Web site for our Local Service Board here in Loring and Surrounding District. On there you will be able to read the minutes of all our meetings each month as it happens. You are all welcome to attend these meetings and a notice will be put up to show you date, time and location of our meeting each and every month. Also I will post the events that is happening in our area as they come to me. So if you know of different things happening in and around our area let me know and I will add them to the site. To make this a good web site we all have to take part and I am always open for ideas. You can reach me at [email protected] There is lots more on the site other than I have stated and more will be added as the days go by. Here is the link, your just a click away.
Well thought I would mention here that there is going to be a fish fry here in Port Loring next Saturday, so for those that haven’t had any luck out fishing so far this year, well…….. you can get your fill here. Click flyer below to enlarge for all the details. But don’t give up on that fishing, there are lots out there just a waitin’ to be put on the barbecue. And if you see me out there in my cedar boat….. stop by and say hello, maybe we can swap some fishing spots.
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Now I know you all have heard of Charlotte’s Web. This morning I was sittin’ having my tea with my lovely wife on our front porch, when looking up I spotted what is in the pictures below. Yep….. Charlotte’s Web, wasn’t there yesterday or last night but was this morning, so as you can see she has been pretty busy. I guess it is a bit to early for her to be up as she was no where to be seen. But I am sure she isn’t to far off. It never ceases to amaze me how much work they put into their webs. Something just taken for granted by us humans and most of the time just goes unnoticed. Click Pictures to enlarge.
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Ok for those that hasn’t seen Sparky our Fire Dog here he is, I took a picture from last years parade so you can have a look see. Just couldn’t let a parade go by without him. Click on picture to enlarge.
Everybody Loves a parade so thought I would share our parade here in town as it goes by our home. The whole parades concept was reduce, reuse, and recycle. Enjoy!! Hmmmm the only thing I missed was Sparky wonder what happened to him, poor old feller, maybe they put him out to pasture. Click on pictures to enlarge.
You know for years I have been steadily trying to let folks know what is happening here in Canada with our home grown food. The small farmer has pretty well been pushed out of business while other countries are thriving. Reason they are thriving is that they now are the ones now growing our food. Thing is folks, we should be growing our own. We have the best soil bar none than anywhere in the world. Well for most parts, as a lot of our good farm land now is being covered up with pavement and homes. At any rate, take a look at this video I cam across and have a listen and a look see, as it pretty well says exactly what I have been saying. Click Link Below that says, Excellent ad by Hellman’s, then click to play video.
Well came across this deal this year, it’s a Geisler cedar strip boat made in Powassan, Ontario. I gotta’ tell ya she’s a fisherman’s dream come true to own one of these. If you decide to stand you can do so with ease and no fear of falling out of the boat. Nice and wide too if you need to stretch them legs, five feet across. Same length as the wife, huh. The two swivel seats are so comfortable that it is as if sittin’ in your lazy boy back home. Design and quality is something not to be taken lightly neither. I couldn’t recommend a better boat for those that like to get out there and catch the big ones. On the back is a nice Fifteen Horse Evinrude, large enough to take you anywhere and if you want to troll, well this is what you need. Also loads easy on that Easy Hauler Trailer. So………..if your in the market for a boat of a life time head on out and visit Geisler boats in Powassan, Ontario. Link to their web site below, your just a click away. Also to enlarge pictures just click images. Oh and I named it Jennie in remembrance of a horse I had many years ago. My lovely wife painted the name on er just the other day.
Well we have had a few cool days here in Port Loring, but don’t worry it won’t last. Warmer weather is on the way for the weekend and winds changing to the South, South West which by the way is what you want for some good fishing. Old saying is, that when the wind is from the West, fishing is at its best and that is so true. Can’t wait to get out there. Today though I did put a two stick fire on in the old wood furnace to take out the dampness in the basement and the house and have to say it sure felt good too. Seems as the years pass, I feel the cold more. Guess the old blood is thinning out a touch. Not much now mind ya, don’t want you to think I am getting too old. Again your only as old as you feel and I have to say these days I have been feeling pretty good.
Grass is sure growing though let me tell ya and it is a full time job getting it cut every week. I have around an acre and a half to cut. But I enjoy doing it and keeping things up around the house. Nothing better in my eyes than to get out in my gardens and do some hoeing or what ever. Makes my day with the smell of the fresh soil and sun just a shinning. What more can a feller or gal ask for?? Vegetable garden is doing really well so far, got tomato plants around three feet high, just need some sun to get them blossoms turning into tomatoes. I am confident though that we will have all we need. Long range looks good. Coffee time here, fresh perked Nabob Tradition is my favourite, have a cup or two every day. My lovely wife looks after that end of things. Look forward to it too. Should also say a cup or two is good for ya and helps keep Alzheimer’s away. In Closing I Would Like To Wish You Well.
A bit more on what is happening here in and around Port Loring. Click Flyer To Enlarge
Well I have to say it’s been a really good year for my vegetable garden. I was eating spinach the middle of May and from then on things have steadily been growing. This is the first year that I have had my broccoli in the freezer this early. So early in fact, that I have taken out the old plants already and put in a row of late corn. I also have dug my garlic and it is nicely drying, hung up in the shop out of the sun. Need a good spot that is dry. Also one should remember never to wash the bulbs after digging them, leave the dirt right on them as it keeps them from spoiling. Simple to wash when needed.
I also put in another row of spinach, should say this is my third planting. Dong so will guarantee me fresh new leaves for my salads all summer long. Myself I pick them about the second week they start sprouting from the soil. Doing so one has the best salad one can get. Mix it up with a few radishes which is growing well this year and a few celery sticks cut up and you got yourself a meal in itself. And nothing could be better for ya. Now we need some sunshine to keep things growing nicely, as right at this moment we have had enough rain. To much of a good thing can mess things up some. But……… long range looks just perfect. Well…. wife has a sandwich ready here for me, yes……. home-made bread and a salad fresh out of the garden, so guess go and get some. Enjoy!!
Well the Farmers Market is opening this week here in Loring and thought I would let you folks know what’s happening. One thing you have to remember folks is that the old Farmers Markets are what made this country we have today. So……..how about coming out and showing your support. Also look for them road side stands as a lot of them folks rely on you buying their produce to survive. Not to forget how healthy the home grown food is. Your body will thank you and the farmers too. Click On Picture to Enlarge.
Thought I would share a few Events that is happening here in Port Loring At our Legion, Branch 415. Missed last nights Chicken and Rib Barbecue, but there is lots more in the coming days. Take a look. Click on Flyer to enlarge.
If your lookin’ for a good place to eat while here in Port Loring, here is the place to go. Jakes Place. Jake has been here for as long and one can remember dishing out food that makes any mouth get to watering. My favourite is his BLT’s don’t think they can be beat anywhere. Lots of other good food too though. Also Jakes Staff is to be commended as they look after your every need. So there you go, when them feelings of hunger strikes you, why not give Jakes Place a try. You will be glad you did. The flyer below is a special he has going on now. To enlarge click on picture. Oh…. and don’t forget to ask for one of his special menus, as once looked at, I am sure you will leave with a smile on your face.
THis here is an old write up we had here and kind of thought we would share. Take a look. Click Image to enlarge
Well just thought I would take a minute here and thank all those that dropped by our Book Signing At Coles last Saturday. It was a great day for sure and made my day to see so many taking the time to drop by. I enjoyed meeting each an every one of you as it is folks like you that keeps me writing. Also would like to thank the staff at Coles and the Nugget for their help an support in making this event successful. Thanks again folks.
