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Good Morning Folks! The best stories come from the days when nothing went as planned.

Port Loring Weather – Saturday, April 19 & Sunday, April 20, 2025

Today (Saturday):
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55°F (13°C).

Tonight:
Clear and crisp, with temperatures dipping to around 28°F (-2°C). A perfect evening to enjoy a warm fire and a hot cup of tea.

Tomorrow (Sunday):
Partly cloudy skies, with a high of 49°F (9°C). Light winds and dry conditions could make it a nice day for a walk or tending to the garden.

Sunday Night:
Mostly cloudy, with a low near 32°F (0°C). A calm night, ideal for stargazing or… sharing stories.

Highway 522 is quiet this morning, which is not surprising for a Saturday, since most folks are likely sleeping in, and I can’not’t say I blame them. As for me, the moment daylight starts filtering through the windows, I am wide awake and ready to get moving. I guess there is some truth to what my old Dad used to say: “Get out of bed, old timer, you are burning daylight.”

On another note, with yesterday being so wet, I spent the day here in front of my computer. I managed to write up a couple more stories for the folks I write for, and after that, I decided to go through some old papers that my wife has been saving. They show all the stories I’ve written over the years for various newspapers—literally hundreds of them. It was kind of nice to see the names of the papers and the dates. Some of the stories I can’t even remember writing—it’s been so long. A real walk down memory lane.

So, with all that in mind, I spoke with my son, Karl. He suggested I scan every page with my story on it, and then he’ll save them digitally, which will not only create more room in our house, but also make it easier to look through. That’s the plan, anyway. We’ll see how it works out. I know I won’t get them all done now that the weather’s warming up, as I’m not one to spend nice days indoors. But I’ll tackle what I can on the rainy days.

I’m actually looking forward to it. I never really realized just how many stories I’ve written over the past 30 years or so. Not only that, but I feel pretty lucky that my wife has saved them all for me, carefully organized in binders.

So, What Are You Up To Today, GW?

Well, seeing as it’s so wet and gloomy outside this morning, I’ll be doing a bit more work here at my computer. If the weather clears up some this afternoon, I’ll head out to my old woodworking shop and start tidying it up. I had planned to do that yesterday, but as it often goes, that didn’t quite happen.

So, with that in mind, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my little woman has made for me. After that, I’ll see what the day holds. You know, even though I’ve got a plan, it always seems like there’s a little twist in store—usually something she has in mind for me to do.

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

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Good Morning Folks! My stories are seasoned with coffee, sap and sawdust—makes ‘em sturdier.

Weather Forecast for Port Loring, Ontario

Friday, April 18, 2025

Expect periods of rain throughout the day, accompanied by breezy conditions in the morning.​

• High: 59°F (15°C)
• Low: 48°F (9°C)​

Saturday, April 19, 2025

A thick cloud cover is anticipated, with temperatures dropping significantly.​

• High: 51°F (11°C)
• Low: 27°F (-3°C)​

Highway 522 has seen a bit more traffic over the past few days, and I suspect it’s folks gearing up for the Easter long weekend. One spot that’s been hopping more than the Easter Bunny in our area is the LCBO.—seems a lot of folks are making sure their “spiritual” needs are met ahead of time.

On another note: Yesterday, my wife and I got the firewood re-piled—the stack that had toppled over during the winter. It took us about three hours, give or take. After that, we enjoyed a hot cocoa, relaxed for a spell, then had some lunch. Once we got our second wind, we headed back outside. The weather was just too nice to waste, and we managed to get most of our flower gardens cleaned up.

We like to get them done before a good rain, and with showers expected today, the timing couldn’t have been better. A clean bed helps the rain soak in and gives the flowers a fresh start. Plus, it’s easier to avoid snapping off new sprouts. Like our tulips, that are starting to show themselves.

You know, after a lifetime of farming, living close to the land and of course other things, I’ve come to see it plain and simple, that everything’s got its season, its own rhythm. You can’t rush it, and you sure can’t fight it. But if you pay attention and work alongside it, well, nature’s got a way of paying you back for your efforts. That’s just how it works, and it has helped me more times than not, over the years.

So what are you up to today, GW?

Well, today I’m thinkin’ I might tackle a bit of cleanup in my woodworking shop. With everything we’ve been doing around the place lately, it’s turned into one heck of a mess—can hardly find my bench, let alone my tools. Then, if the old body’s willing, I might even see about putting up some shelves in one of our side buildings. That’s where we’re planning to store all the tools and odds and ends we’re getting ready to part with at our big spring garage sale coming up in a few weeks.

It’s shaping up to be a good one, too—something for everyone and every age. If you can’t find a treasure in this sale, you likely weren’t lookin’ hard enough.

So with that, it’s time for breakfast once again. This morning, it’s an egg on an English muffin—thanks to my lovely wife—and you can’t beat that to start the day. After that, we’ll settle in with our regular hot cocoa and a good chat, just like we do every morning.

Then, well, we’ll see where the day leads. You can make all the plans you want, but in the end, life’s got its own ideas about how things should unfold. The thing is, you never truly know what a day’s going to bring, but…, that’s what makes it interesting. Sometimes the best moments come when you least expect them, and well, sometimes not.

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

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Good Morning, Folks! I’ve found that positive thoughts are a lot like planting seeds—give ’em time, tend ’em right, and they’ll bloom when you least expect it.

She’s one fine-lookin’ morning here in Cottage Country. The sun’s finally got some heat to it, not just sittin’ up there for show. Feels good on the face. That kind of warmth makes a body think—energy’s not just in wires, it’s in the land, the trees, and us folks too.

Weather Forecast For Port Loring, Ontario, Canada:

Thursday, April 17
It’s a fine-lookin’ spring day out there. High around 51°F (10°C) and dropping to 35°F (2°C) tonight. A bit of cloud now and then, but the sun’s still showin’ up for work. No rain in sight, so it’s a good one for standin’ by a fence post, taking in what Nature has to offer.

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Friday, April 18
Well, Friday’s bringin’ the rain with it. High around 57°F (14°C), low near 45°F (7°C). Looks like we’ll get about half an inch (13 mm) of rain through the day. Might be a good excuse to stay indoors, catch up on things other than outside work, and let the rain do the talking for a while.

Highway 522 is bare and dry this morning, making travelling mighty fine.

Yesterday, my lovely wife and I made the trip to the big city of North Bay to pick up some supplies. It turned out to be a great day—one of those that leaves you feelin’ good all over. We got what we needed, had lunch in the car, and spent some time watchin’ folks go by. Now, I’ll admit it—people-watching’ in the city can sometimes be a bit nosy, but who are we kiddin’? In small towns, it’s practically a pastime. We all do it, even if we won’t admit it out loud.

After that, we took the scenic route home—well, the only route we’ve got, since where we live, there’s just one way in and one way out. But it’s always a surprise, seeing something new every time we make the trip. Funny how the same road can offer up a new view each time.

So what are you up to today, GW?

Well… first thing this morning, my wife and I are going to re-pile some firewood that fell over yesterday. It was under our lean-to, but the frost heaved it up over winter and, with the ground settling, it made a mess of the first row. We’ll get that fixed up here this morning, while the ground’s still a bit hard—saves us from walking in the mud. After that, we’ll get back to fixing up one of our side sheds and start putting things in it for our big spring sale in a few weeks. We’ve got a few other things planned too, but we’ll see how we feel after all that. Might need a bit of a rest.

With that I am off once again for my breakfast that my little woman has made for me, and will then head on outdoors, after our hot cocoa of course.

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

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Good Morning! A slow start in the country still beats a fast pace in the city.

It’s a bit on the cool side this morning here in cottage country, and I have to admit, I’m not entirely thrilled with what I’m seeing outside my window. I won’t say exactly what it is—but let’s just say I’m not putting my snow shovel away anytime soon.

Weather Forecast Port Loring Ontario Canada:

Today – Tuesday, April 15th
Woke up to a cool one, sitting around 37°F (3°C), and it hasn’t warmed up much since. The kind of morning where the coffee needs to be extra strong. Rain’s been falling off and on, but now it’s got that look—y’know, where the flakes start to sneak in like they’re testing the waters. We might see somewhere between half an inch to just over an inch (1 to 3 cm) of the white stuff before day’s end. Winds are starting to pick up too, so keep the wood stove going if you’ve got one. I lit our wood furnace back up this morning. High of 40°F (5°C), low dropping to 25°F (-4°C) tonight.

Tomorrow – Wednesday, April 16th
Might be waking up to a dusting—just enough to make you second-guess putting those boots away. But the skies should clear up some, maybe even a peek of sunshine if we’re lucky. Still on the chilly side though, with a high around 42°F (5°C) and dropping to 22°F (-5°C) once the sun tucks in for the night.

Highway 522 is still pretty quiet these days, which isn’t all that surprising—and it’s carrying a bit of a wet shine to it this morning. So far, the snow isn’t sticking, but that could change as the day rolls on. Let’s hope it doesn’t. I think we’ve all had just about enough of Old Man Winter for one year.

On a different note, I spent the better part of yesterday right here at my desk, working away on the ol’ keyboard. Got five stories written, which made for a mighty fine writing day. The words just poured out, smooth and steady—like sap running on a warm spring morning. I sure love when that happens. I like to get ahead while the weather’s still dreary, ’cause once it warms up, I’d rather be out soaking up the sunshine than cooped up inside staring at a screen.

So, what am I up to today?

Well, seeing as the weather isn’t exactly inviting, I figure I’ll spend a bit more time writing up some stories. I’ve got to send in my weekly pieces to the folks I write for, which I’ll get to here in a minute. After that, I’ll sit down and enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife has made for me. Then… well, I think a hot cup of cocoa is in order, followed by a nice chat with her.

She’s been busy as all get out for these past few months, sorting through household items for the big sale we’ve got coming up in a few weeks. That woman of mine never slows down, lucky to have her.

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

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Good Morning! When the wood stove is burning nicely and the coffee’s strong, even Mondays feel like old friends.

Weather Outlook for Port Loring, Ontario

Monday, April 14
A grey and damp day ahead. Light rain through the morning will carry on in patches through the afternoon, with the odd break here and there. Temperatures will rise to a high of 54°F (12°C) and settle down tonight to about 35°F (1°C). A good day to stay close to the fire, maybe catch up on a bit of work in the shop or house.

Tuesday, April 15
Tuesday brings some cooler weather with it, and a mix of rain and snow showers moving through. We could see snow amounts anywhere from 0.4 to 1.2 inches (1–3 cm), especially by late morning into the afternoon. Winds will pick up a bit, making it feel colder than the thermometer says. Daytime highs will hover near 40°F (4°C) and drop to 25°F (-4°C) by the time night rolls in. Might be another good day to keep the kettle warm and the wool socks close.

Highway 522 is wet this morning and pretty quiet, with hardly a car in sight. But then again, it is still early. Yesterday was a different story, with plenty of folks out and about. In any case, it is what it is—and best to enjoy the peace while it lasts. It won’t be long before folks start rolling in to open up their cottages, along with day-trippers wandering through, looking for things to see and do.

On another note, my wife and I spent most of the yesterday working outside. We got a lot done, though there’s still plenty left to tackle. But with the rain today, it looks like outdoor chores will be taking a back seat for now.

So what are you up to today, GW?

Well, like I mentioned earlier, there’s not much I can do outside with the rain coming down. But we’ve still got plenty to keep us busy indoors—mostly sorting through more things we’re planning to put out for sale next month. It’s shaping up to be one heck of a sale, let me tell ya—something for everyone, no matter the age or whether you’re a man or a woman.

And along with that on our list of things to get done, I just might sit myself down and write up another story or two. We’ll see how the day unfolds. Truth be told, my wife and I have a habit of starting out doing one thing and somehow ending up doing something completely different. No rhyme or reason around this house, that’s for sure.

So with that, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife has prepared, and then I’ll let the day unfold as it will. It might not be the finest day weather-wise, but every new day holds possibilities—it all depends on what you make of it.

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