Yes, we're closer to playing golf on a regular basis. The weather acts like it may be finally turning to Spring and the course is beckoning. LTG and JJ saddled up after lunch on Thursday and hoofed it around the links. The rest of us just ordered another drink at sat back and relaxed. Maybe we'll play Saturday when it is supposed to be warmer. We'll have to walk since we don't have carts out yet. But, all practice are open except for the range.
Found out you need to make sure your gas cap is tight after you refuel. I found out the hard way that is. I put gas in the Nurse's car on Sunday and by Tuesday several alarms were triggered indicating a major failure with several safety systems. Of course panic was setting in thinking about repair bills. The final analysis showed it was only a loose gas cap. Why that would cause the alarms is beyond me. The bright side was it only $62.00 to correct the problem. After relating this story at lunch I learned others had had the same experience. But, it seems it is only with these high end luxury cars we all drive. What does that tell you?
I want to clear up so confusion I created when talking about nesting geese. It seems they are nasty to any thing they perceive as invading their territory, although more so to other geese. So the pair we have in our yard are less than friendly to each other. LOA does that help explain what I was trying to say?
We added more money to the SOTD since no one came close.
CC
Friday, March 29, 2013
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
A New Visitor
Springtime always brings a lot of visitors to the lake on #2. Most I recognize from previous years. Yesterday I had to dig out the bird book. Much to my surprise I found we had a Common Loon swimming around. Checking with one of our local bird experts (Dave B) I learned they are not uncommon to this area, but he hadn't seen one for about ten years at BCC. Anyway the bird is really cool, and fun to observe.
We also have a number of other ducks migrating through. They don't normally stay long but rest for a day or so before traveling on. I think we have a pair of nesting Mallards again, and of course we have at least two pair of Canada Geese. They are really very territorial and nasty to the other geese. Unfortunately they like our bird feeders and try to camp in our yard. I wish I knew where their nest was.
Food must be getting scarce for the deer. The other night we had 11 show up in the yard and empty the bird feeders. The Nurse wouldn't let me chase them off since one had severe limp. That was only the second time this year I've seen any in our yard. I hope that herd doesn't get any larger since they can make a mess in the yard. Where is the GWH when you need him?
Dr AH and I had lunch with the SD yesterday. He is over the flu and looking forward to lunch tomorrow at the training table.
CC
We also have a number of other ducks migrating through. They don't normally stay long but rest for a day or so before traveling on. I think we have a pair of nesting Mallards again, and of course we have at least two pair of Canada Geese. They are really very territorial and nasty to the other geese. Unfortunately they like our bird feeders and try to camp in our yard. I wish I knew where their nest was.
Food must be getting scarce for the deer. The other night we had 11 show up in the yard and empty the bird feeders. The Nurse wouldn't let me chase them off since one had severe limp. That was only the second time this year I've seen any in our yard. I hope that herd doesn't get any larger since they can make a mess in the yard. Where is the GWH when you need him?
Dr AH and I had lunch with the SD yesterday. He is over the flu and looking forward to lunch tomorrow at the training table.
CC
Friday, March 22, 2013
Flying High
That's what Steve H (aka The Pilot) was doing after he hit for half of the SOTD pot at our opening lunch at the training table. We all know we were long overdue for a winner, but he was the third person to roll. And, then to win with five ones is a little over the top. I'm sure Dr. J is kicking himself for not being there to witness the festivities.
We had a reasonable group considering the weather didn't cooperate for golf. The long range forecast is not promising. Temperatures about 10 degrees below normal and snow flurries. I understand a town in Ohio has actually filed fraud charges against a certain ground hog for falsely forecasting an early Spring. I started to accept bids for a cart partner to share my new cart heater, But the LR Dr. one upped me by declaring he had a heater and a cover.
Talked with St. Gwen this AM. TTS had his head stitched up again by a plastic surgeon. They hope this will now allow the healing process to take hold in earnest. Her is still having trouble sleeping because of the collar bone, but is doing OK otherwise.
I also talked with Jim E this week. He is scheduled to have his knee replaced this coming Thursday. And, the SD has been laid low by the flu for a couple of days. I just realized this is starting to sound like the shut-in report you get at church on Sunday morning.
Talk at you later,
CC
We had a reasonable group considering the weather didn't cooperate for golf. The long range forecast is not promising. Temperatures about 10 degrees below normal and snow flurries. I understand a town in Ohio has actually filed fraud charges against a certain ground hog for falsely forecasting an early Spring. I started to accept bids for a cart partner to share my new cart heater, But the LR Dr. one upped me by declaring he had a heater and a cover.
Talked with St. Gwen this AM. TTS had his head stitched up again by a plastic surgeon. They hope this will now allow the healing process to take hold in earnest. Her is still having trouble sleeping because of the collar bone, but is doing OK otherwise.
I also talked with Jim E this week. He is scheduled to have his knee replaced this coming Thursday. And, the SD has been laid low by the flu for a couple of days. I just realized this is starting to sound like the shut-in report you get at church on Sunday morning.
Talk at you later,
CC
Monday, March 18, 2013
Still The Best
Yes, I think BCC still has the best corned beef in our area. The Nurse and I went to the Jigg's Dinner at the club on Saturday night and joined about 70 others in a fine corned beef dinner. They even had Harp Lager, but I didn't get quiffy (That's for you Dotton Abbey fans).
We had gone to Germantown for our son's 40th birthday celebration on Friday. When we returned on Saturday the temperature was 52 when we left and 34 by the time we got to Findlay. That's a big change for a 100 plus miles. Plus it hasn't got much better. I am sitting here watching the snow fly. Spring is omly a few days away, but I don't see any big change coming. I guess we're paying for last year.
Well March Maddness is officially here. Great basketball over the weekend with a lot of surprises. Now, if I can only remember where I put the password for the family pool we run through ESPN. Something that is suposed to be so simple turns into a major project. I guess it helps to be young. I should turn over the whole thing to Miss Emma. Saturday she made two Power Point presensations while I watched. I've never made one and wouldn't know how to start. She told me she would teach me the next time saw her. Plus I was watching the Rabbit Wrangle play a video game via the internet with his friend who now lives in Defiance. I'm beginning to feel really left behind by technology.
See ya Friday at the training table.
CC
We had gone to Germantown for our son's 40th birthday celebration on Friday. When we returned on Saturday the temperature was 52 when we left and 34 by the time we got to Findlay. That's a big change for a 100 plus miles. Plus it hasn't got much better. I am sitting here watching the snow fly. Spring is omly a few days away, but I don't see any big change coming. I guess we're paying for last year.
Well March Maddness is officially here. Great basketball over the weekend with a lot of surprises. Now, if I can only remember where I put the password for the family pool we run through ESPN. Something that is suposed to be so simple turns into a major project. I guess it helps to be young. I should turn over the whole thing to Miss Emma. Saturday she made two Power Point presensations while I watched. I've never made one and wouldn't know how to start. She told me she would teach me the next time saw her. Plus I was watching the Rabbit Wrangle play a video game via the internet with his friend who now lives in Defiance. I'm beginning to feel really left behind by technology.
See ya Friday at the training table.
CC
Friday, March 15, 2013
Lots Of Chatter
That's all I heard yesterday at lunch. It was our last day at the casino before we return to the training table. I was in the middle of the table for 12 and couldn't really hear any one conversation clearly. Being generally nosy ( like all of us) I tried to listen to everything without much success. But I think most everyone was talking about basketball and the upcoming NCAA March Madness.
The Nurse and I are off to G-town this evening for our son's 40th birthday. Wow, where does time fly. So we'll miss Happy Hour tonight, but will make St. Paddy's dinner tomorrow. I think the club really makes great corned beef.
TTS continues to improve. He even was back to baking and made a great cake the other day. I know because I was a taste tester.
I have to run off to a Evans Scholar interview day so I'll cut this off. There aren't any candidates from BCC this time. Too bad, since it really is a great program. We have had our share over the years even with a limited caddie program.
CC
The Nurse and I are off to G-town this evening for our son's 40th birthday. Wow, where does time fly. So we'll miss Happy Hour tonight, but will make St. Paddy's dinner tomorrow. I think the club really makes great corned beef.
TTS continues to improve. He even was back to baking and made a great cake the other day. I know because I was a taste tester.
I have to run off to a Evans Scholar interview day so I'll cut this off. There aren't any candidates from BCC this time. Too bad, since it really is a great program. We have had our share over the years even with a limited caddie program.
CC
Sunday, March 10, 2013
They're Back!
Yes the mallards are back. I haven't seen any in our yard for about three months. But, this morning there were three of them waddling up from the shoreline looking for food. That is a sure sign Spring can't be far away. Plus flowers have started to grow.
Another sign is golfers on the course. There were quite a few yesterday. The weather was pretty mild and they showed up in small groups to take advantage of the weather. I must admit I was one of them. Twinkle Toes called and said they were chipping from LTG's backyard at 11 AM. Having nothing better to do I walked over and chipped on from Dr. AH's yard. Besides the afore mentioned duo, JJ and Tom S joined us. The course is pretty dry, but the greens were really slow, with ice in a couple of cups. I donated my first ball of the season to the lake on #6 when I hit a big draw off the tee. Saw the ball in the water, but no retriever (it was a found ball to begin with). Can you believe we had to let someone play through on #7?
We weren't even sure he was member. The group went on to the backside at the turn. I went to #1 and played my way home for a well deserved nap. I'm not used to all that exercise.
After we get some needed rain on Monday it looks like the temps will be good for more golf. I hope to play a few more holes and work off some of the rust.
See ya at the casino on Thursday if not before on the tee.
CC
PS - For Dr. J the TDGA rules seminar is on April 15 at HDCC this year (6:30 PM?).
Another sign is golfers on the course. There were quite a few yesterday. The weather was pretty mild and they showed up in small groups to take advantage of the weather. I must admit I was one of them. Twinkle Toes called and said they were chipping from LTG's backyard at 11 AM. Having nothing better to do I walked over and chipped on from Dr. AH's yard. Besides the afore mentioned duo, JJ and Tom S joined us. The course is pretty dry, but the greens were really slow, with ice in a couple of cups. I donated my first ball of the season to the lake on #6 when I hit a big draw off the tee. Saw the ball in the water, but no retriever (it was a found ball to begin with). Can you believe we had to let someone play through on #7?
We weren't even sure he was member. The group went on to the backside at the turn. I went to #1 and played my way home for a well deserved nap. I'm not used to all that exercise.
After we get some needed rain on Monday it looks like the temps will be good for more golf. I hope to play a few more holes and work off some of the rust.
See ya at the casino on Thursday if not before on the tee.
CC
PS - For Dr. J the TDGA rules seminar is on April 15 at HDCC this year (6:30 PM?).
Friday, March 8, 2013
Getting Close
We are getting close to our last lunch at the Hollywood Casino. Next week will be the last Thursday since the club is due to reopen on March 15. It will be fun to get back to our regular table and routine. I know Dr. J has been eagerly awaiting the resumption of the SOTD. What he forgets is that he is still on triple secret probation. Anyway we had a small group yesterday, but lively conversation. Fortunately no had any more incidents with their cars since last weekend. Besides TTS the SD played demolition derby with a deer and did a fair amount of damage to the front end of his BMW. We told him it was just a car, but he still gets tears in his eyes when reminded of the damage.
Nothing new to report on TTS. I haven't talked to him in the last 24 hours. I assume no news is good news. We'll probably be short another member to begin the season. Jim E told me he was scheduling knee replacement surgery for the end of March. Said he put it off as long as he could, but wanted to make sure he got it done before Obamacare stopped it for old guys like him.
Next time you see JJ ask him to tell you his Pope story about dealings with Kentucky Fried Chicken. It is too long to post, but it is pretty good.
It is supposed to be 50 on Saturday. JJ and Twinkle Toes are planning on nine holes at 11 AM for those interested.
See ya,
CC
Nothing new to report on TTS. I haven't talked to him in the last 24 hours. I assume no news is good news. We'll probably be short another member to begin the season. Jim E told me he was scheduling knee replacement surgery for the end of March. Said he put it off as long as he could, but wanted to make sure he got it done before Obamacare stopped it for old guys like him.
Next time you see JJ ask him to tell you his Pope story about dealings with Kentucky Fried Chicken. It is too long to post, but it is pretty good.
It is supposed to be 50 on Saturday. JJ and Twinkle Toes are planning on nine holes at 11 AM for those interested.
See ya,
CC
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
Update
Talked with St. Gwen this AM and was told TTS was going to be released from the hospital today. He still has a ways to go, but continuing to recover at home is probably better than having someone bothering you all the time. He is still pretty sore and bruised and probably won't want any visitors for a few more days. I'm sure we'll know when he's ready to have us stop by - the emails will start flying again. Until then lets give him some space.
CC
CC
Monday, March 4, 2013
Improvement
I was able to talk to TTS's daughter Sunday afternoon and learned that he his condition had improved dramatically from the prior day. He was awake and talking and didn't appear to have any major injuries, but was really bagged up. He was complaining about his shoulder, but considering what happened that could be relatively minor. Everyone was really encouraged.
This AM my wife (aka The Nurse) talked with St. Gwen who told her that TTS was sitting up and had just called her at home. That really sounds encouraging. The next thing you know he'll be telling the staff of how he was on a hospital board (ask me and I'll tell you that story). I don't know much else, but was really happy to hear the progress to date. It sounds like he really dodged a bullet this time. No pun intended since this all happened on his way to go shooting in Monroe, MI.
Later,
CC
PS - We all know that one of the JRSR food staples is the fried bologna sandwich. On Saturday the Food Channel was doing a piece on chef's favorite foods from their childhood. One women, now in LA, says she always go to Andre's on Summit St. when in town to visit her family. Her father took her there for their fried bologna sandwich as a kid. They showed the restaurant, it's current owner, and the sandwhich. It made you want to jump in the car and go get one for lunch.
This AM my wife (aka The Nurse) talked with St. Gwen who told her that TTS was sitting up and had just called her at home. That really sounds encouraging. The next thing you know he'll be telling the staff of how he was on a hospital board (ask me and I'll tell you that story). I don't know much else, but was really happy to hear the progress to date. It sounds like he really dodged a bullet this time. No pun intended since this all happened on his way to go shooting in Monroe, MI.
Later,
CC
PS - We all know that one of the JRSR food staples is the fried bologna sandwich. On Saturday the Food Channel was doing a piece on chef's favorite foods from their childhood. One women, now in LA, says she always go to Andre's on Summit St. when in town to visit her family. Her father took her there for their fried bologna sandwich as a kid. They showed the restaurant, it's current owner, and the sandwhich. It made you want to jump in the car and go get one for lunch.
Sunday, March 3, 2013
TTS
By now I think most of you have seen the SD's email about the auto accident TTS had on Saturday morning. While I don't have many details I have talked with St. Gwen a couple of times and can report the following: TTS is in intensive care at St. V's, and they believe they have finally been able to stabilize him. He is in critical condition and they are hoping to begin the injury evaluation today. A present he is not conscious. I believe they are most concerned with head trauma and keeping his blood pressure up. The blood pressure was a big problem last night and until they can deal with that effectively they can't determine if there are any other serious injuries beyond the head trauma. He is still on a back board and his neck is immobilized.
Now on what happened. TTS was traveling on I75N in Michigan when he hit a patch of black ice at about mile maker 10, lost control of the car and went into a ditch (??). He wasn't wearing his seat belt and was thrown around the inside of the car. I understand he hit his head on the rear window (breaking it) and was found in the backseat by the first responders. The state police said the Lincoln was probably the reason he is still alive.
I have been in contact with St. Gwen who has promised to call me with updates, but said she is not going to respond to phone calls right now. I know this is a difficult time for all of TTS's family. Let's give them space for the near future. The SD and I will be happy to take calls and make updates when we know anything more.
Keep TTS and his family in you prayers and thoughts. This reminds life is fragile and you never know what is around the bend.
CC
Now on what happened. TTS was traveling on I75N in Michigan when he hit a patch of black ice at about mile maker 10, lost control of the car and went into a ditch (??). He wasn't wearing his seat belt and was thrown around the inside of the car. I understand he hit his head on the rear window (breaking it) and was found in the backseat by the first responders. The state police said the Lincoln was probably the reason he is still alive.
I have been in contact with St. Gwen who has promised to call me with updates, but said she is not going to respond to phone calls right now. I know this is a difficult time for all of TTS's family. Let's give them space for the near future. The SD and I will be happy to take calls and make updates when we know anything more.
Keep TTS and his family in you prayers and thoughts. This reminds life is fragile and you never know what is around the bend.
CC
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