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Good Morning Folks: You know… I never did get a degree in school, but there is one thing I do have, and that is a lifetime of know-how.

Well, she’s a cool spring morning here in Port Loring, Ontario, Canada. The temperature when we got out of bed was sittin’ right around 33.4°F | 0.8°C — just a hair above the freezing mark. Luckily, with the cloud cover and dampness hangin’ in the air, the frost held off. Not that it would’ve bothered me much, seeing as I haven’t set any of my tomato plants in the ground yet. I’m holdin’ off for a few more days, just to be safe.

Now for the Weather Forecast — Written My Way:

Today:
We’re lookin’ at a mix of clouds and sun throughout the day, with the temperature workin’ its way up to around 53°F | 12°C by this afternoon. Winds will be light, but you’ll still feel a bit of that cool bite if you’re standin’ still too long. Might be a touch of drizzle here and there — just enough to keep your hat damp.

Tonight:
The clouds will thicken up some, and there’s a fair chance we’ll see a few scattered showers before morning. Overnight low’s gonna dip down to about 39°F | 4°C, so if you’ve got anything tender sittin’ outside, it might be worth tuckin’ it in or coverin’ it up.

Tomorrow:
Looks like a bit of a warming trend might start, with the mercury tryin’ to climb to around 59°F | 15°C under mostly cloudy skies. Could be a few breaks of sun now and again, and there’s always the chance of a stray shower or two, but nothin’ too serious.

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Highway 522 was quiet yesterday, it being Sunday and all, with most places around the area shut down for the day. But that worked out just fine for us at our garage sale — folks were out lookin’ for somewhere to go, and what better place to wander than right here, where the bargains are fresh and the coffee’s usually on.

We had a great day, sales were steady, and there were people waitin’ for us to open up, same as the day before. We’re always glad to see the regulars, and it’s nice meetin’ new folks passin’ through, too.

As for us, well, every day’s about the same. We don’t get too wound up about Sundays or holidays. In my mind, every day deserves the same respect as any other. Why is that? Well, I grew up on a dairy farm, many years ago now, and let me tell you — them cows didn’t give one hoot whether it was Sunday or Monday. They still had to be milked, fed, and cleaned up after, and that old farmer — including me — had to get out there and do it.

That’s just how it was. And I reckon, in a way, that kind of upbringing never really leaves you. You learn early on that work don’t wait on a calendar.

So, what are you up to today, GW?

Well, my wife and I will be workin’ away, adding a few more things to our garage sale and gettin’ things rolling for another good day. We’ll be open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, same as the past three days.

So far, we’ve sold a lot — more than we expected, truth be told — but don’t go thinking we’re all picked over. As we’ve still got plenty of treasures waitin’ to be discovered. Tools, kitchen goods, old farm items, woodworking equipment, a bit of furniture, odds and ends, hell you never know what might catch your eye.

So if you’re out for a drive, wanting something to see or do, why not swing on by. It’s a good time to stop in, stretch your legs a bit, and maybe find somethin’ you didn’t even know you were lookin’ for. Bring a jacket — it’s still a touch cool out there — and don’t forget, the company’s always friendly. Hope to see ya!

With that, I’m off to have breakfast with my lovely wife, and then we’ll get to opening things up for the day. Well, maybe I’ll enjoy an extra cup of hot cocoa first — it’s a touch chilly out there this morning.

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

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Good Morning… You know, over the years I have found: “That life hands out tests too — only you grade your own paper.”

It’s a cloudy, cool morning here in Cottage Country. The kind where the coffee tastes just a little better, and the world feels quieter under a damp grey sky.

Today – Sunday, May 18:
We’re lookin’ at a high around 55°F (13°C). Skies’ll stay mostly cloudy through the day, with just a hint of sun maybe peekin’ through now and again. Winds will stay light, but there’s a small chance of a passing sprinkle come late afternoon—nothing to cancel plans over, just keep a jacket by the door.

Tonight:
Cool and calm. Temperatures’ll dip down to about 35°F (2°C). No rain expected, a good night for a quiet fire and maybe another cup of tea before bed.

Tomorrow – Monday, May 19:
The sun’s lookin’ to return for a visit, with highs around 57°F (14°C). A fine day to get back to garden chores or take in our garage sale. Winds’ll stay quiet, and the skies should clear up by midday. Looks like one of those days when you just gotta be outside.

Highway 522 has sure picked up over the past few days, with a steady stream of new folks roaming around looking for things to do or buy. And really, what better place to find something special than right here at our garage sale, located at 11588 Highway 522, Port Loring?

We’re open from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and I’ve got to tell you, even though we’ve only been at it for two days, I never would’ve guessed we’d see so many people stop in. We’ve had hundreds of cars, trucks, and even folks on ATVs pull in, all hunting for a treasure or two.

People have been loading up their cars, vans, trucks, and trailers — and more were waiting in line. Our parking lot filled up quick, the neighbour’s driveway next door was packed, and vehicles lined the highway.

Now, I want to clear something up.
Even with all that traffic, we’ve still got lots left to sell — and I mean lots. For anyone thinking everything’s been picked over or the good stuff is gone, that just ain’t the case. Truth is, we’ve still got a house full of items that haven’t even made it out to the tables yet. We’re restocking throughout the day as space opens up. There was just no room to put everything out all at once.

We’ll be keeping the sale going until everything’s gone, and like I said, we’re adding more every single day. So if you’ve already been by, it’s worth coming back — and if you haven’t, now’s the time.

I’d also like to give a big thank you to all the locals and visitors from out of town who dropped by. It’s been real nice to see so many friendly faces.

Bug Report:
Well, there’s no denying it — the black flies are definitely with us. But truth be told, they weren’t all that bad yesterday. The cool, damp weather we’ve been having has kept them at bay, and if it stays like this a bit longer, it’ll slow ’em down even more.

Now, once the sun comes out and things warm up again, they’ll be back in full force — no question there. But the good news is, once the dragonflies show up for the summer, they’ll make short work of ’em. Nature’s own pest control, and mighty efficient too.

So with that, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife has made for me — she sure knows how to start the day right. After that, I’ll settle in with a good cup of tea and a little honey, then head out to put up our garage sale signs.

Yep, even though it’s Sunday, the sale rolls on.
We’ve got so much to sell, it might take a month to clear it all out — maybe even longer. And let me tell you, it’s all good stuff too. You never know what kind of treasure you’ll find until you stop in.

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