It took a few phone calls, but we found one.  A Golf course that would let us play a round.  Some think we are crazy, but why waste a nice day when snow is knocking at the door. 

That was the statement of my friend Bob.  Him and his buddies are die hard Golfers.  I guess, I can't ridicule them.  I am the same way with my hunting and fishing.   So, get off the couch while the weather is still nice and enjoy the nice days.

NOW A QUICK FUNNY FOR THE NIGHT!

A golfer called one of the caddies over.  He said..."I need a caddie that can keep count.  What's 3 plus 4 plus 5?"

The Caddy responded..."10"

The golfer then replied.   "Perfect...you will do nicely!"

Every Year we talk at this time of year what we are most thankful for.  We run the gamut that happened each year.   It is surprising what we forget during the year. 

But for this year...Although we are so very thankful for the Skill of the Dr.s...we salute the researchers that come up with the new ways of medicine and for them passing it on to those skilled enough to make it work.  So, THANK YOU RESEARCHERS!!!  You have been a blessing to our family this year!

What did one lab rat say to the other rat.

I've got my researcher so trained that everytime I push this button, he brings me a snack!

Mr. NO Tech Head here...as I have said many, many times before, I am not technilogically inclined.  Well, someone has finally come up with something I understand.

It's called...The Laws of Computing. And it goes something like this...

The 43rd Law of Computing:

Anything can go wr fortune: Segmentation violation- Core Dumped!

NOW THIS I UNDERSTAND!!!!!!

We hosted the Turkey Day dinner today.  We have taken all week to get ready.  Cleaning, food prep, games and beverages to to name a few.

Then it's up early and to bed late with the final prep.  I made 3 last trips to town for that forgotten item(s) yesterday.  Then, the crowd starts to trickle in.  The noise factor starts to grow.  Laughter is everywhere.  In an hour the dinner is done.  All that prep for an hour meal.

Games are played and jokes are told.  Some good natured ribbing goes on about someones skill, or lack thereof.  Then...the best part of entertaining happens...everyone start to leave.  A couple here and there until it is quiet.  We turn off the TV and the Radio's.  The silence is soothing.

Yes we love to entertain, but many times the best part is when  our loved ones leave.

All our visitors bring happiness to our home...

Some when they come and others when they go!!!

May your Thanksgiving have been a great time!

Mark the Calenders...Santa is coming to Town!

Santa will be making an appearance at Peterson's Country Mill  Dec. 5th between 10 am and 4 pm. Bring the kids and the pets, Santa loves them all.  Pictures with the kids, family or you can even include your pets.

There will be a petting zoo for ages 3-10  and also Carriage Rides  for all.  There will be many other activities during this time with Santa!

MARK YOUR CALENDERS!!!!

As I have said many times before, I am not a Tech head.  I know how to turn on my computer and how to get to Active Rain.  What more could I need????

Well I was over at the neighbors house and trying to help her with her computer.  I asked her for her password.  She said...

"It's...MickeyMinniePlutoHueyLouieDeweyDonaldGoofy."

"What!" was my response.  "Why such a long password?"

"Well, it said that the password had to be at least 8 characters."

I Rest my Case!

There are many things that are purchased for Christmas presents.  Pets being a popular one.  But is it a smart one.

Most puppies and Kettens are very young when brought to anew home.  They need love and attention.  With all the presents that are received, many times the pet is set aside.  Now it''s alone in a new home and scared.

The Christmas season is also a dangerous time for pets.  So much fun stuff to play with.  To Chew on and eat.  Things that were not ment to be eaten.

If you must give a Pet for Christmas...think of doing this.  Give the supplies, collar, food, food dish, toys.  A picture of the Pet to be given a few days after Christmas.  The rush will be done, and it will make a happier transition and a safer one for you pet and the whole family.

  Make this a thoughtful gift..PLEASE!

It has been a long standing tradition.  The Sunday before Thanksgiving, we Butcher the Turkey. (NO Pardon from any Government officials for this Bird)   My Dad has and is a master a smoking Turkey's.  When done it is better than ham than ham.  We use this turkey for snacking.

Well, I went out this morning and grabbed my be-heading instrument and headed for the coop.  When I got there, GONE.  The Turkey was gone.  I have spent 2 hours looking all around the farm and it is no where to be found.  He was there last night when I gave him his 'last meal'!   I have called in re-enforcements to help. (8 in all)

Now I know that some of you will say, just use one that is frozen or fresh from the store.  Sorry, not the same.  Frozen takes to long to thaw and get ready to smoke.  Fresh birds at the meat market are cold and not what Dad likes for the soaking process. (But we may have to resort to this).

So, I have until 2 pm to find this Turkey or go with a sub-par bird.  For now...I am back to looking.  Anyone have a good Turkey caller I can borrow?

Because I have to watch my time fairly closely, I am in tuned with the sunrise and sunset times.  We have, at least in my area, 7 hrs and 59 min. of Daylight.  A minute short of 8 hours.  Now for most of us, we are up and attem to work more than this.  Many go to work in the dark and come home in the dark.  And, the days are still getting shorter.

We now drive in the dark more and don't have as much time to do our outside duties that need to be done.  During the summer, many people complain they can't get to sleep because it is light so late.

So...tell me please...What is everyone's excuse now?  It seams that everyone is a walking zombie.  Even I am getting an extra hour of sleep without any problem of the sun waking me early...and I still feel like I could use more.

So, I will just keep my alarm set and on the other side of the room, and enjoy the sunrise for a change!

OK... I will admit it, I am a sucker at mind teasers.  I am horrible at it, but, I do enjoy them.  I find that people have a lot more of an imagination than I could ever dream of having.  I will post the picture, and put the answers at the bottom. Enjoy!

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I got 3 right...told you I wasn't very good at these.  Now here are the answers!

1. Card Shark

2. Dr. Pepper

3. Egg Plant

4. Gator Aid

5. I Pod

6. Light Beer

7. Tap Dancers

8. The King of Pop