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Good morning, folks. I stepped outside, and the air felt like it remembered something I’d forgotten.

Meaning we’re getting some much-needed rain, which the trees, plants, and just about everything else—including the animals and birds—were all in need of. And it’s a good soaking rain too, not coming down so hard that it runs off the soil before it can sink in.

That said, depending on where you’re standing, it might just be a gentle, steady drizzle, or it could turn into a real soaker. There is a Rainfall Warning in effect for our area, which means some spots might see upwards of 2 inches or 50 millimetres of rain, possibly even more if the heavier showers or a thunderstorm drifts through. So far, though, it has been coming down just right for us here in Port Loring.

Today, except a few light showers this morning, sticking around off and on through the day. It will be mostly cloudy and cooler, but nothing wild, just a good day to let nature do her thing. The high will reach 67 degrees Fahrenheit, which is 19 degrees Celsius.

Tonight will stay mostly cloudy with a few breaks here and there. It will be cool overnight, so if you have a window cracked open, you might want to pull that extra blanket up. The low will hover around 48 degrees Fahrenheit or 9 degrees Celsius. From one extreme to another.

Tomorrow, well tomorrow looks to be a real gem, with lots of sunshine and a light breeze. It will be just the right kind of summer day to dry things out a bit, and a good one for doing some outdoor work. The high will reach 76 degrees Fahrenheit, or 24 degrees Celsius, with a low tomorrow night near 53 degrees Fahrenheit or 12 degrees Celsius.

All in all, this is the kind of weather that reminds you the land still knows what it is doing if we just give it a little room and patience.

Bug Report: Well, other than a few deer flies buzzing around, things are pretty good these days. The mosquitoes have eased off some too, thanks to the sun turning up the heat. That’s fine with me because for a while there, it felt like we were living in the tropics instead of here in the north. I half expected to see a palm tree or two start growing in the backyard.

On another note, yesterday, my wife and I managed to get all the mowing done. It wasn’t the nicest day for it, being so hot, and I have to tell you, by the time we finished, we were both more than ready for a shower and to flop into our lazy boy chairs. At any rate, it’s all taken care of for another week, and the place is looking mighty fine.

So, what are you up to today, GW?

Well, with today being a wet one and still feeling a bit tired from yesterday’s workout, I’m thinking I’ll take it easy and maybe write up a story or two here at my desk. No heavy lifting today, just words for now.

But first, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my little woman’s made for me. Then I’ll settle in with a cup of Barry’s Tea, a touch of cream, no sugar—just the way I like it. After that, I’ll take a look at that story that’s been bugging me for a few days and see if it comes together as well on paper as it does in my mind.

Oh, almost forgot:

Port Loring Fishing Times – Thursday, July 17, 2025

Morning: 5:37 AM to 7:37 AM
Midday: 1:07 PM to 2:07 PM
Evening: 7:13 PM to 9:13 PM

And if you’re heading out, you might want to grab a raincoat or something waterproof—those clouds aren’t playing around today. If it were me, I’d be staying home and letting the rain do its thing.

Until the next time: Keep Your Minds Open & Your Stories Alive. GW

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Good Morning Folks. Some might ask why I like to write here on my blog. Well, the truth is, it’s easier to keep track of my thoughts here on my computer than in my head.

Weather for Port Loring, Ontario

Well, I don’t have to tell you it’s been a stretch of hot ones around here lately. The kind of heat that clings to your shirt and makes the air feel heavy before breakfast. Today’s shaping up to be no different, with temperatures pushing up around 88°F (31°C) and not much of a breeze to speak of. If you’re planning on being outside, best get your work done early or wait till the sun starts its slow dip behind the trees.

Tonight, it’ll cool some, dropping to around 66°F (19°C), which will help a bit. You might even be able to sleep with the windows open if you’re lucky enough to catch a bit of a breeze coming off the lake.

Now, tomorrow’s looking better. The forecast says we’ll finally be getting some much-needed rain, and not just a spit or two either. The kind of rain that soaks in deep and gives the trees, critters, and everything below our feet a bit of relief. Highs will settle around 75°F (24°C), which’ll feel downright pleasant after what we’ve been through.

And just a thought...when that rain starts falling, take a minute to listen. Not just to the drops on the roof, but to the way the ground soaks it up. There’s a whole world down there most folks don’t give a second thought to. But it matters, just as much as the birds and bees above.

Highway 522 has quieted down a lot these days, yesterday there was hardly a car moving around other than locals taking in what the rest of the town is up to. A normal thing for small towns.

Fishing Times for Wednesday, July 16, 2025

If you’re thinkin’ about headin’ out to the lake today with rod in hand, here’s what you might want to know.

The best times to be out there fishin’ today was early this morning from around 4:50 AM till 6:50 AM, and then again this evening between 5:15 PM and 7:15 PM. Those are what they call the “major feeding times,” and from my own experience, they’re usually right about that.

There’s also a couple of minor windows—around noon from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM, and late tonight from about 11:25 PM to 12:25 AM—but I wouldn’t go changin’ your plans over those unless you’re already out on the water or can’t sleep.

The weather’s lookin’ decent enough this morning, but we’ve got some rain on the way tomorrow, so today might be your best shot at gettin’ out there before things get soggy. Sometimes before a rain can help the bite, so if it was me today later on is the time I would be out there as if you’re lucky, you might catch yourself a nice pickerel or bass as the sun starts to set. That’s usually when they come out of hiding lookin’ for supper.

On another note, yesterday I took things a little easier, what with the heat and all. Other than lookin’ after the folks who dropped by our gift shop, I didn’t push myself too hard. I did manage to spend some time in the woodworking shop, though. It usually stays a fair bit cooler in there, which makes it a good place to get a few things done without feelin’ like you’re bakin’ in the sun. Got a couple small projects moving along, and it felt good to be puttering away in the quiet, with just the sound of the tools and the smell of sawdust for company.

So what are you up to today, GW?

Well, bein’ that we’re supposed to get some rain tomorrow, the wife and I figured we’d best get the mowing out of the way while we can. We’re hopin’ to get at it early, before the heat really settles in. Truth be told, this kind of weather isn’t something you want to be workin’ in too long—especially not at our age. But we’ll give it a go, and if it gets too hot, we’ll pack it in and finish up later. No sense pushin’ it.

So with that, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife is cookin’ up for me, then I’ll be headin’ on outdoors to see what the day brings.

Until the next time: Keep Your Minds Open & Your Stories Alive. GW