Click on Image to Enlarge!
Good Morning! You know being a farmer, woodworker, and writer means I’m never short on work, but it seems I always have time for coffee.
It’s another cloudy morning, but hey, the good news is, things are warming up quite a bit. Those cool mornings followed by nice days… well, that’s what spring is all about up here in the north. It’s like Mother Nature’s way of nudging us awake gently before she cranks up the heat.
Now, here’s what’s cookin’ weather-wise for Port Loring, Ontario, Canada:
Today, we’ll be seeing a high of 52°F (11°C). Not bad at all, unless you’re one of those folks who can’t warm up till the mercury hits a full-blown summer’s day. The clouds will be sticking around for most of the day, but there’s always the chance the sun might poke its head out just to say, “Howdy!”
Tonight, temperatures will drop to a low of 37°F (3°C). So, if you’re out and about, might want to hang on to your woollies a little longer.
As for tomorrow, well tomorrow, things are shaping up nicely with temperatures climbing to around 55°F (13°C). Now, if you’re the sort who insists on hearing Celsius first, well, I guess you could flip those numbers around. But for me and my lovely wife we like the ol’ Fahrenheit system. You could say it’s like coffee versus tea: One’s just got a bit more kick to it.
Highway 522 is pretty well bare of all snow and ice these days, which makes traveling to the big cities a whole lot nicer if your in need of supplies, that you can’t get here locally. But before you get too comfy with that gas pedal, remember... we still have to keep an eye out for deer, moose, and the occasional wild turkey. Those turkeys seem to think they own the road these days, strutting across like they’re in some kind of bird parade. So ya, it’s not just the potholes trying to ruin your day!
And as the locals like to say, around here, you’re not just driving the roads, you’re negotiating with nature. I have even heard that some folks claim their trucks know the way to town better than they do, especially on those early morning runs when the coffee hasn’t quite kicked in. Others swear the best way to avoid hitting anything is to belt out a good tune while driving, loud enough to scare off the critters. And of course, there’s the classic bit of advice: if you see a deer standing by the road, you can bet its cousin is lurking just behind it, waiting to make your day a whole lot more exciting. ‘Not sure if its a kissin’ cousin or not.‘
So once again yesterday, I spent the whole day out in my old woodworking shop, sorting through things for the big sale we’re planning a little later this spring. And let me tell you, it’s shaping up to be a good one, judging by the sheer amount of stuff I’ve been sifting through. And I haven’t even touched the things I’ve got stashed away in the corners that I barely use anymore.
Honestly, I have no idea where half of it came from. It’s like the sawdust fairy’s been dropping off tools and gadgets while I wasn’t looking. But one thing’s for sure… it all has to go sooner rather than later. Otherwise, I’ll be featured on one of those shows where they have to dig folks out of their own workshops. Who knew a woodworking shop had such a knack for multiplying when you’re not paying attention?
So, what’s on the agenda today, GW? Well, not much has changed in that department. I’ll be carrying on with sorting things out for the sale. That should keep me busy most of the day…except for the occasional coffee breaks with my lovely wife, of course. Now, she’s been working just as hard as I have, only inside the house, and I’ve gotta tell ya, she’s got her hands full.
She’s one tough cookie, that woman, never complains. Well, not much anyway, as the air does get a little blue if things don’t go quite her way, but hey, we all have our moments, right? She’s been sorting through everything one drawer at a time. Boxes are filling up!
And don’t forget about all the small gift shop items we’ve got to get rid of. All of it’s got to go, like I’ve mentioned before, but it doesn’t hurt to remind folks. We’re clearing house/shop and store here, and I think by the end of it, we’ll have just about everything but the kitchen sink in the sale. But trust me, even that might be up for grabs if we keep going at this pace!
So, with that, I’m off for my morning breakfast that my little woman has made for me. Pancakes are on the menu this morning, along with our hot cocoa and, of course, a nice morning chat afterwards. It’s one of those little traditions that makes everything else seem a bit easier to tackle.
Until next time—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW
All my books are available on my Amazon Author Page.
If you purchase a book, a brief Amazon review really helps new readers discover my work—it means a lot.
Support my writing: Support My Writing
In Closing, I Would Like to Wish You Well!
George Walters | [email protected]
