All posts by George Walters
My First Book Published. Pretty Exciting
Well just thought I would let folks know my first book has been published and for sale in book stores as of yesterday. You can buy it from Gulliver’s in North Bay at 157 Main Street West. Nice folks. There will be a book signing at their store I think the second weekend of July I will let you know for sure. Also I will be on Cogeco June 2nd 2008 for an interview about my life the book and things and will also have some books there for folks that would like one. Also if you would like a signed copy and your in and around Port Loring drop in as I have lots of books here at our home and small store> Talk Soon
My Summer Weather Perdiction For Ontario Canada
I think after looking at how the trees, birds and animals and a few calculations that we will have below normal temperatures for the summer months of 2008. So we will see how it goes. Talk Soon
Couple Good Things We Should Be Eating
For years now I have been trying to persuade folks to eat more fresh fruit and veggies. The only thing is that to get the good ones, one almost has to grow their own now a days with all the pesticides and things. And with spring just around the corner there is no reason for folks not get to planting their own gardens. You will be glad you did and better yet so will your body. Here is a couple articles that got my intention and thought I would share. I
Fruits such as blueberries, are not only healthy food choices, they may actually be able to reverse age-related memory problems. That’s the conclusion of a study by a research team from the University of Reading and the Peninsula Medical School in England.
The chemicals that give tart cherries their red color may relieve pain better than aspirin and may provide antioxidant protection comparable to commercially available supplements like vitamin E, according to Michigan State University researchers. The new findings “suggest that the consumption of cherries may have the potential to reduce cardiovascular or chronic diseases in humans (such as arthritis and gout),” write the scientists.
Also fish is a good thing to eat which a lot of us don’t do. Think I had better take some time off this year and do a bit more. Take A Look:Higher consumption of fish oil may lead to a significant reduction in the risk of colorectal cancer, according to a meta-analysis conducted by researchers from Wageningen University in the Netherlands and published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
New Book
Hi Folks well thought I would take a minute here to let you know that my book is now for sale on the internet along with here at our home, and numerous book stores. My son Karl did a fine job in setting it up so folks has an easy time in ordering. Sure lucky I got them two guys of mine as they both put a lot into the book. The link to our web site: The Old Craftsman, is on the left of the Blog. Talk Soon.
Update On Book And Things
Well thought I had better get back to my Blog as it’s been awhile since I been on here. Not that I have forgotten about it but I have been so busy getting this book of mine published that all my time has been taken up. But the good news is after the first draft copy was read I only had a few things to change and now that is done it is back in the printers hands and if things go to plan the book should be on the market with in two weeks from today. It will be for sale in different Book Stores along with numerous private stores here and around Port Loring Ontario. Also my sons are doing a pretty good job at marketing it in Southern Ontario too as that is where they live. It will also be for sale here at our home and in our small store which resides here on our property. The book will sell for $19.95 if you pick it up here and $25.00 complete if you would like it mailed out to you. So that’s that. If you would like one drop me a line you can find my E-Mail address on my web site and in a few days you will be able to order it from my web site once Karl my son gets it set up. He has just been waiting till the book is in it’s final stages before getting that part done up. It’s a good book and I am sure you all will enjoy it a lot. It’s called One More Story With George Walters. Talk Soon
New Book In The Works
Well haven’t been on here for awhile, not that I have forgotten about things here on my Blog, just that I have been so busy in getting my book ready for publication. Been two weeks of steady work but just about finished up so look forward to it this coming summer around June. Talk Later
Nugget News Paper Column Update.
This Saturday’s column in the Nugget is called Chores Always A Great Time To Learn Lessons. Think you will like it so if you get a chance pick up a copy of the Saturdays Paper. Talk Soon.
Community Voice Column Update.
Well things are going along pretty good with my column in the Community Voice. This week it was Titled Living in the past. Pretty good topic if I might so say myself. Also has a picture of me cutting and splitting firewood. So if you get by a news stand pick up a copy. Talk Soon.
Spring Isn’t To Far Away
We live in the great white north but I got a hinklin that spring is headed our way. I was talking to a friend in Michigan and they were telling me the Woodchucks, Starlings and Robins were all sighted yesterday, so I would think that is something that isn’t to far off here in Port Loring. Got to tell you folks I sure am ready for spring. Think every bone in my body is aching this year because of the cold. Nice when in our home here heating with wood as it is the best source one can have for problems like I have. Takes the dampness right out of the old bones. Well Talk Soon.
Gun Auction Creemore Ontario
Saturday March 15 2008
Start: 9:30 AM
Preview: 8:00 AM SAME DAY
The Royal Canadian
Legion Hall
Creemore, Ontario
SIMPSON SPORTING AUCTIONS
FIREARMS & MILITARIA AUCTION
to feature
Antique & Modern Firearms, Winchester Rifles, Muskets, Handguns,
Ammunition, Militaria, Edge Weapons, Decoys & Outdoor Collectibles
from the estate lifetime collections
of the late Mel Hoyle of Belleville and the late David Dees of Etobicoke,
with important inclusions from Toronto, Sudbury, St Catherines
& local estates & private collections.
including
RIFLES: Remington 572, 788(2), 7400, 66, Ruger M77, Mini-14, Mini-30, Savage 1899(4), 340D, 63M, 1919 NRA, Marlin ’92(2), 1895, Knight MK-85, CIL Anschutz, NAACO, Cooey, Browning BL-22, 1900, BAR Mk2, Mossberg, Lee Enfield, Squires Bingham, etc.
WINCHESTER RIFLES: Models 1873(2), 1876, 1886, 1892(3), 1894(2), 94(5), 94AE, 100, 62A, 68, 70, 72, 77, etc.
SHOTGUNS: Winchester 97, 12, 12DU, 2200, 1300 Defender, FEG O/U(2), Remington 48, 58, 870, CIL, Mossberg, Browning Citori (20ga), Auto-5, Stevens, Zabala Hermanos, Rosson, Wilmont, etc.
Community Voice Column Update
Well things are rolling along here with my column in the Community Voice news paper. I have had a lot of new stories and things going into it these past few weeks, along with a few pictures I thought was of interest. I got to say Dawn the Managing Editor of the paper does a fantastic job in doing up my column each week. So guess that’s about it, hope you pick up a copy if you happen by one in your travels, as I know you won’t be disappointed. Should also mention that this paper comes out once a week near or around every Friday. Talk Soon.
North Bay Nugget Column Update
Well just thought I would say hello here been awhile. The column in the Nugget is going along ok these days and had lots of nice comments pertaining to it. This week the column was about dreams, yep dreams of my past years. Some quite funny too. So if you happen by a news stand feel free to pick up a copy as I am sure you will enjoy them. Remember though my column only comes out in Saturdays Paper. Talk soon.
Firewood Time
Well got to say it sure is a cold one out there the past two mornings. But on the bright side its a real good time to split wood, which we have. This year I bought some logs delivered to the house to save a bit of money. Took the wife and I a bit to get the oooold body going but each day it got easier. I think the problem with most folks today is that they don’t get enough hard exercise. I had a few problems for years but now that I cut split and piled 20 cords of firewood I am feeling like a 20 year old again. Hard to believe huh. I will say this though, having them logs laying by the house for folks to see sure kept company away, LOL. Might be the answer for them unwanted guests huh? Well guess will go and get my breakfast and then get back at cutting and splitting. Should finish it up today or tomorrow. Will take some pictures when all said and done of before and after. Oh and takes a week of steady work to cut, split and pile around twenty cords of firewood 16 inches long and no log splitter other than an ax an some muscle. Talk Soon.
Community Voice Column Up Date
Hi folks well thought I would let you know that the last column I wrote with the wolf tracks was a real hit. I had so many calls from folks, hunters, trappers you name it. They all have been coming up with the weight of the wolf and size. It’s a huge one I will say that as years ago I was taught by one of the best trackers in Ontario, old Grey Wolf. He showed me things that folks would never look for in wolf tracks and others. So there you go, glad you folks are enjoying them and thanks for all your kind comments on the subject, means a lot to me when folks get back to me about the stories, keeps me writing. Talk Soon.
Cold For Next Week
Well winter isn’t over yet as it’s going to get cold for next week. Talk Soon
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Temperature: 18.5 F Hi 39.9 F 18/ 2 3:10 69.8 F Hi 76.5 F 22/ 2 14:35
Lo-11.9 F 21/ 2 6:45 Lo 59.4 F 19/ 2 6:31
Humidity: 60 % Hi 98 % 17/ 2 18:41 34 % Hi 34 % 18/ 2 15:15
Lo 31 % 22/ 2 13:54 Lo 23 % 22/ 2 15:05
Dew Point: 32 F Hi 39 F 17/ 2 19:39 41 F Hi 45 F 18/ 2 15:31
Lo 32 F 18/ 2 6:59 Lo 32 F 19/ 2 2:38
Wind Gust:273 W @ 0.0 mph Wind Gust Hi:204SSW@ 16.8 mph 17/ 2 20:04
Avg:273 W @ 0.0 mph Wind Chill: 18 F Lo: -11 F 21/ 2 5:01
Rain Rate: 0.00 in/h Yesterday: 0.00 in Total:36.14 in since 1/ 1 0:00
Barometer: Steady at 29.15 in 30.03 in sea; 12-24hr forecast: Partly Cloudy
Eclipse
Well here is a few pictures of the Eclipse from Port Loring Ontario Canada. Not the best but will give you an idea. Had a real good view from our front porch. Cold clear night out there. Talk Soon
More Native American Flutes
Tansi
Well here is the third batch of Native American Flutes for this year all done up nicely by my lovely wife, ready for sale. Working on my last few now and will let you take a look when all said and done. Then it’s on to the carved end ones, branch flutes and walking stick flutes, which I also will show you when all done up. If your interested in a Flute don’t hesitate to get in touch with me by leaving a comment with your name and E-Mail Address. Also for a better look at the Flutes or any picture for that matter, just run your mouse over the top of the picture and click on them, which will auto enlarge them for ya. Talk Soon.
Good Morning Folks
Well took a picture of the sun just sneaking its old head up this morning. This picture is taken looking out of our driveway. Thought I would share. Talk Soon.
Storm Heading Our Way
If this storm track is right it should hit most of Ontario.
Taken literally, you can say that some of the numerical models loudly argue for a genuine blizzard across the Upper Midwest and much of the Great Lakes this weekend. And while the European version at 12z implied an ice storm threat to the major metropolitan areas of Kansas City MO, Chicago IL, and Grand Rapids MI, there is potential for the storm, and rain vs. snow placement, to take a bit more of a rightward curve that would enable the heavy snowfall, wind and cold combination. With the upper low phasing into a deep trough and vortex, the abundance of 500MB height falls and eastward displacement of the vorticity maxima makes it possible that the surface low will redevelop off of the coast of LI NY. This secondary could help to prevent a shift from snow to rain in much of New England and the Maritime Provinces. Otherwise, the entire warm sector of the giant disturbance will feature heavy rain and strong thunderstorms. The risk of severe weather in Dixie may be limited by a very moist atmospheric profile, but still, strong winds are virtually assured in the tight pressure gradient about the low.
Snowfall totals within the colder quadrants of the gyre may be in the 10 to 15 inch range (caveat: lake-related moisture could enhance amounts in parts of IL, WI, MI, and ON), and a thin stripe of territory just above the storm trajectory axis could be hit with a rather impressive icing event. Following the storm will be about 48 hours of extreme cold that at one point could cover most of the area between the Rocky Mountains and the Eastern Seaboard.