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Posted by Modelcar on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 6:34 AM

....Another seemingly hot summer day under way.  74.8 now and rising.  A bit cloudy and a chance of rain.  But pretty bright so no rain yet for a while.  We really can use some rain, even though I heard them say we were up by almost 12" over normal now.

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Posted by JoeKoh on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 6:41 AM

morning

we have had a couple sprinkles already this morning.Matt is enjoying his time at VBS.today is whacy wed so we need to find some whacky clothes for him.(after a nap)

stay safe

joe

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Posted by grampaw pettibone on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 8:07 AM
Mornin' ladies and germs, hawaiia? CW, thanks for breakfast. All the best to you and the crowd this lovely mornin'. At present, it's 78 and clear in Carolina, on the way to 93 and more thunderstorms this afternoon. Larry, you have a beautiful family and I thank you for the pix. Everybody stay cool and safe

Tom

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Posted by Red Horse on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 11:53 AM

Hello, it is me, your friendly Native from the deep woods in NH.

I haven't been by in a while so I thought I'd drop in to say hello and stick my gum under the table, I'm just kidding about the gum...LOL!

Have a great day my friends.

Jess Red Horse.

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Posted by cherokee woman on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 2:54 PM

Good afternoon, everyone.  Been kind of busy around the house today, so just now getting in here.  Jess, welcome back!  It has been awhile since you've been in.  Glad to know you're doing all right. 

People, I need your help in refreshing my memory:  I know we have a fellow forum viewer with a birthday coming up Friday, August 1st, and Jess, if I remember correctly, your birthday is Saturday, August 2nd.  Are there any more August birthdays we have around here?  If so, let me know, so I can put them on my Birthday Calendar.

Since it's so late in the day, think I'll just post the supper menu now (just in case I get preoccupied, and forget at the regular time):

1.  open-faced roast beef sandwiches w/mashed taters, gravy, green beans or broccoli w/cheese sauce, 

2.  hamburgers and cheeseburgers w/your choice of fries or onion rings, cole slaw or garden salad

3.  beef noodle casserole w/corn on the cob and fresh sliced homegrown tomatoes, and any of the above mentioned other side dishes

No storms yet, but we did get a really good shower this morning.   Did hear a few thunderboomers, but never saw any lightning.  And power stayed on.

 

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Posted by Red Horse on Wednesday, July 30, 2008 3:03 PM

The other day we had our 1st tornado in our town for as far back as the old timers can remember, it destroyed 1 home and damaged 50 more so bad that they will have to be rebuilt before the families can move back in.

I never thought I'd see the day that Ossipee NH would get struck by a tornado, it did bring down a lot of dead trees on my land but nothing like the rest of the town, what a disaster area it is here.

I'll spend a lot of my off time helping my good neighbors clear their land, patching roof shingles and what ever they need, most of my neighbors are elderly and could use the free help I'm sure.

May everyone here stay well and safe.

happy Rails, OH, and yes your correct, I'll be turning 48 this Saturday so I'll need a few good guys and gals too help me blow out all those candels....hee hee hee!!!

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Posted by cherokee woman on Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:32 AM

Good Thursday morning, everyone! I was awakened sometime during the night, by thunder & lightning.  Did not look at the clock by the bed, so have no idea what time it was.  I just got up, turned the window fan off, and went back to bed.  Supposed to have some more rain this morning, tapering off, by sometime this afternoon.  Made for good sleeping the rest of the night.

Jess, sorry to hear about the tornado.  Downed trees are a lot better than lost lives.  And, since you didn't mention that, I 'm assuming that no one was injured or killed from the tornado?  If anyone was injured, I'm hoping it was just minor cuts.

Fresh juices, coffee, tea, lemonade, etc., are ready this morning.  Cereal boxes are lined up on the counter, so select your favorite, and have a good morning.  

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Posted by grampaw pettibone on Thursday, July 31, 2008 5:57 AM
Good morning Paula. Currently 76 already in Carolina on the way to 95 and thunderstorms. I guess that I will have to go out in the heat, cause I have a sick puppy to get to the vet and for her, I'd do anything. everybody stay cool

Tom

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Posted by eolafan on Thursday, July 31, 2008 6:02 AM

Good morning all...I am in Cleburne, TX this morning where it is already 82F on its way to 100F.  I am here for business reviews and will not get to stop by the old AT&SF shops as I am not alone, but would very much like to do so some day.

 

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Posted by Modelcar on Thursday, July 31, 2008 6:41 AM

....My day is starting with thick fog....very low ceiling....Almost down to the ground.  73 and this weekend we're to get hot for our area...95, etc....It sure knows how to do that around here and with humidity too.

Still need some rain.  Indiana did get some yesterday, but not this part.

Best to all for a good day.

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Posted by JoeKoh on Thursday, July 31, 2008 7:03 AM

morning

another triple H day here in nw ohio.Matt and I will head for town after my nap to pay some bills.Cw I refilled the gatorade container.

stay safe

joe

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Posted by cherokee woman on Thursday, July 31, 2008 11:48 AM

Joe, thanks for refilling the Gatorade container!! 

The rain has left our area.  Tom, not sure if it was heading east towards you, or if it was heading south of us.  I honestly can't remember what I read and heard on the news.

On our lunch/supper menu today:  Mexican Fiesta Day

Tacos, beef burritos, beef & bean burritos, beef burritos enchilada style, enchiladas, quesadillas, Spanish rice, tamales (all of the above served mild, medium or hot), non-alcoholic margaritas (regular and strawberry), and the staple of tortilla chips w/salsa or con queso

We just heard on the news that Ken Griffey, Jr. has agreed for the Reds to trade him to the Chicago White Sox.  I thought all trades had to be accomplished before the All Star game.  Or, did they change the rules on that, where a player/players could be traded anytime  during the season?!?!

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Posted by JoeKoh on Thursday, July 31, 2008 3:01 PM

whoa!!!! I didn't hear that this morning.He would make a good DH in the juinor league.They have 5 minutes to make the deal.(as I type).hey its friday tonight.NS had its mow stuff in our siding at work again this mornig.Maybe they will park there again tonight.Cw we are having a cookout benefit tonight at work.

stay safe

Joe

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Posted by grampaw pettibone on Thursday, July 31, 2008 4:31 PM
Today is the last day for trades in the majors. 94 degrees and a wall of heavy weather headed this way. It looks like it will pass just north of us.

Tom

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Posted by rvos1979 on Thursday, July 31, 2008 4:50 PM

//BAM!  BAM!//

Nope, heater's still stuck in 'cremate' position.  Nuts.  According to my mirror, 95 here in the shade in Effingham, IL, started in Corinth, MS this morning with about 77 (Corinth is in the NE corner of MS), and will stay hot thru the weekend.  Got washed yesterday with all that rain that went through Louisville this morning, removed all the dust on the rig, but had to slow down because it was coming down so hard.

Will take dinner, then decide if I want to get up early to try to beat Chicago traffic tomorrow (about 3-1/2 hrs away at truck speed).  See everyone later......    

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Posted by Mookie on Thursday, July 31, 2008 8:15 PM

Strolled out and got food for panty.  Strolled back in.  Sitting under ceiling fan.  Should have a glass of cold water and a nap to follow!  Ah - summertime!  Heading to bed to read - tv stinks this time of year!

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Posted by Red Horse on Friday, August 1, 2008 5:48 AM

Oops, I guess I should have clarified my tornado story, your correct no lives were lost here due to the storms, sorry about that, I'm working on my reporting skills.

have a great day and please pass the halapinos...Yummmm!!!

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Posted by cherokee woman on Friday, August 1, 2008 5:58 AM

Good Friday morning, everyone.  Not too excited yet this morning.  Went to bed at 9:30 last night, because I was so tired.  Couldn't hold my head up or keep my eyes open.  I didn't wake up until 6 a.m. this morning. 

Coffee, teas, juices, and lemonade are ready for this morning.  Also, got water heating for hot tea.  

On the breakfast bar, you'll find the regular assortment of doughnuts, danishes, bagels and bear claws.  Wish I knew what Nance 69's and Jess's favorites were:  I'd put a birthday candle (unlit, of course) in for each of them, and save them until they get in.  

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NANCE AND JESS!!  Hope your birthdays are good ones, and hope your biggest birthday wishes come true for you today!!

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Posted by cherokee woman on Friday, August 1, 2008 6:00 AM

Good morning, Jess.  That's o.k.  We all make mistakes, that's just a part of life, isn't it? 

What are halapinos?!?!  

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Posted by Red Horse on Friday, August 1, 2008 6:07 AM

Nature report from your  Friendly Indian  reporter.

yesterday was a good wild life day here in the shady woods of Ossipee NH, in the morning during my Jack Russell Terrorist play time outside we got to see about 5 hawks above, in the tree line a deer came to eat acorns off the ground and a couple chipmunks decided to play with my dog, I guess some one should tell them that my dog is from a long line of rat killers so I guess since I'm a protector of Nature I'd better make them some tiny suits of armor.

In the after noon the deer returned this time with two younger ones, must have went home and told the other two about the fine dinning experience at the Red Horse Lodge.

At just about sun down while the pup was taking a potty break we got visited by a black bear we have come to know as "Dipper" she got her name from her right shoulder dipping when she walks, I believe that she is an older warrior bear that survived a hunters bullet that gave her the dip in her walk, I can tell she is older because over the last 2.5 years she has never shown up with cubs and her muzzel is showing her age.

We had another male black bear of about 275Lbs that we call "Big shadow" due to his ability to hide real well in the shadows at dusk, he use to come around on a regular bases until after the last hunting season, I'm hoping he is still well and out there.

Now we are over due for a visit from the flock of 9 turkeys and a big Tom that come to eat the bird seed that spills over from the feeder, I was out early this morning around 6:00 AM and could hear them but not see them in the thick green forest that surrounds our home on 200 acres of undeveloped land. (we care for 10 acres of that).

Well that's your morning Nature report and as always remember, all wild life should be admired from a distance, The earth does not belong too us we belong too the earth, Aho! (It is done)

Jess Red Horse.

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Posted by Red Horse on Friday, August 1, 2008 6:11 AM

My favorite Birth day treat is a Moon Pie, also called whoopie pies in some places or black moons, ahhhh, I love any kind of sweets really the bear claws will do, you did mean the do nut kind and not the walking kind right?

Nance, I don't know you but I'm happy to be sharing a birthday with you, Happy Birth day!!!

And to Cherokee Woman Thank you for remembering us on our birth days, it is always nice to be wished well.

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Posted by Red Horse on Friday, August 1, 2008 6:15 AM
 cherokee woman wrote:

Good morning, Jess.  That's o.k.  We all make mistakes, that's just a part of life, isn't it? 

What are halapinos?!?!  

I'm probably not spelling the name right, they are really hot green peppers, like the kind that go on Nachos???

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Posted by grampaw pettibone on Friday, August 1, 2008 8:04 AM
Good morning, it's FRIDAY! Happy birthday Jesse and Nance. The old folks said each year deserved one whack plus one to grow on, so bend over..... 75 and clear in Carolina this morning headed for 95 and more thunderstorms. We had a really thick wall of heavy rain come through last night. It was blood red on the radar, but no thunder heard here, even though a tornado was reported on the far side of town. My puppy is much better this morning after a trip to the vet and is acting like she is on a spring. It is nice to see her feeling good again. Jesse, your 10 acres sound like a bit of paradise. Here, I have six and a half, but am pretty much limited to squirrels and rabbits with a host of birds. About 15 years ago, I came home and found an Emu inside my fenced in yard. Never have figured that one out.... Everybody stay cool

Tom

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Posted by Modelcar on Friday, August 1, 2008 8:55 AM

....Late morning now and it's really muggy and hazy looking.  Still no needed rain.  Today will be very warm and I suppose a chance of a rain system hitting us, but sort of doubt it.  I have been mowing each 4 days for weeks, but now as it continues to become drier, it won't be necessary today....{the 4th since last mowed}.  But still have 7 shrubs to trim.  Right now too muggy to do that.

Sounds like some of you fellows have a nice spread of acreage to tend to....That's more than I could take care of.  We set on .65 acre here.  On the center of two 100' lots.  Golf course back of me, so lots of space {that someone else takes care of}.

Everyone enjoy upcoming weekend. 

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Posted by locomutt on Friday, August 1, 2008 10:16 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Happy B-Day [bday] Nance and Jess!! And Many, Many More!!

 

Jess, don't be too "Alarmed" at seeing the Pumper outside; Tree generally shows up with one

for anybodys birthday. (50 and older especially!) Along with the Diner's Cafe's fire

 suppression system we just like to be EXTRA Careful with all the open flames.

 

It's already about 85 degrees here now with the Dew Point and Humidiy on the rise.

Supposed to get into the mid to high 90s for this afternoon.

Mook, are you still in the Hammock next to the air conditioning vent? Time to share!Smile,Wink, & Grin [swg]

Being Crazy,keeps you from going "INSANE" !! "The light at the end of the tunnel,has been turned off due to budget cuts" NOT AFRAID A Vet., and PROUD OF IT!!

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Posted by JoeKoh on Friday, August 1, 2008 12:00 PM

Afternoon

Happy Birthday Jesse and Nance!!! Took my nap and went out to get the mail and uggghhhhhh!! the triple h's are outside.Sounds like the Y101 is getting ready to come and switch the maw.Matt and I might go watch some trains later this evening.

stay safe

joe

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Posted by cherokee woman on Friday, August 1, 2008 12:01 PM

Our   FRIDAY FISH FRY is now on the warmer bar.  We've got the usual side dishes, and the usual pies for dessert.

 MUTT, give up on getting Mookie to give up her hammock to you!!She'll NEVER give up her hammock!  Big Smile [:D]Laugh [(-D]

I've had a busy day already:  got the monthly bills all paid this morning, went to the post office to mail a package, and then to the grocery store!  Think I'm about ready for a nap, big time!!  You all have a great afternoon, and everyone:  stay cool and keep safe.

 

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Posted by Mookie on Friday, August 1, 2008 2:38 PM
You forget - I am an only child - don't have to share!Kisses [:X]  Besides, it's comfy.

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Posted by Red Horse on Friday, August 1, 2008 4:00 PM

Thanks for the Birthday wishes eveyone, I have 48 candels on my cake and the fire dept standing by...LOL!

I get some cool animals in my yard but an Emue....now thats COOL!!!.....I want one to visit here and leave me a big old egg, well a fresh one actually, I can't cook an old egg...eeewww!!

Have a great night my friends.

Happt Rails, Jess Red Horse of the "Gee I feel old" Tribe!!!

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Posted by cherokee woman on Friday, August 1, 2008 4:40 PM

The warmer bar has now been refreshed for tonight.  And, I've also got a yellow cake w/chocoate icing decorated for our two Birthday people for tonight. 

Jess, let me know your favorite pizza  for tomorrow night's pizza fest, and also your favorite breakfast and I'll see about having that tomorrow morning.  

You all have a great evening, and stay as cool as possible!!

Angel cherokee woman "O'Toole's law: Murphy was an optimist."

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