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Morning, folks! The north is waking up slow today—just like me after that first coffee.
Here’s the weather forecast for Port Loring, Ontario:
Today, January 26: It’s looking partly sunny with a few snow showers thrown in for good measure. Highs will be around 24°F (-4°C) and lows will dip to 20°F (-7°C). Keep that jacket handy, it’s going to feel chilly with the wind!
Tonight: Expect a few more snowflakes, with temperatures dropping to a brisk 20°F (-7°C).
Tomorrow, January 27: Cloudy skies and a bit windy with a few snow showers. The high will reach about 34°F (1°C), but don’t let that fool you—those gusty winds will make it feel colder, especially at night when the low dips to -7°F (-21°C).
So, bundle up and make sure your hat’s on tight—Port Loring’s winter is in full swing!
Stay warm, and keep the coffee pot on!
Highway 522 is partially covered this morning, thanks to the six inches of snow that decided to visit us late last night—plus a bit extra in the drifts, courtesy of the wind. It’s a classic northern recipe: snow, wind, and the occasional “Where’d the road go?” moment.
Out here, though, that’s just another day. The plows will get to it when they get to it, and in the meantime, the locals are already out making tracks. Some are testing their trucks, others their patience, and a few are still deciding if it’s worth heading to town or staying put. After all, the North teaches you two things: how to drive in snow and how to tell when to just stay home.
Keep an eye on the road and your shovel handy—it’s all part of the adventure!
With the wind and snow howling yesterday, I decided it was a fine day to stay indoors and tackle some work on my computer. That was all going well until the old machine decided it had had enough of me. After a few hiccups I couldn’t sort out, I called up my son, Karl. He spent most of the afternoon working on it remotely, doing everything he could to keep it alive, but in the end, we both agreed it’s time for a new computer.
Karl’s already on the hunt for one that’ll handle all my editing and everything else I throw at it. He’s a Linux man through and through—some folks call it “the penguin,” but to Karl, it’s the only way to go. No Microsoft in this house; he made sure of that years ago! According to him, the penguin doesn’t just waddle—it soars, especially when compared to the alternatives.
And it’s not just computers Karl is good with. The man’s got a mind for all things high-tech. Where he works, they deal with some of the most advanced technology out there, and Karl is right at home with it. If it’s complex, cutting-edge, or loaded with gadgets, chances are he’s already figured out how it works—and probably how to make it work better.
I’ll give him a call later to see what he’s found. If anyone can get me set up with the perfect system, it’s him. After all, if the penguin’s good enough for Karl, it’s good enough for me!
So, what are you going to be doing today, GW?
Well, first off, I imagine my wife and I will be moving some snow from the decks and driveway. By the looks of it right now, that’ll probably keep us busy for most of the morning. The good news is the snow’s light, which makes things a whole lot easier—especially on the decks, since they need to be done by hand. As for the driveway, that’s where my old country northern snowblower takes over.
It’s a Craftsman, and in my opinion, you won’t find a better machine out there. I had my first one for over thirty years—it was practically family. This newer one, though, my boys Karl and Craig bought me a few Christmases ago, and I’ve got to say, I just love it. Starts like a charm every time, and it throws snow like it’s got something to prove. It might not have a fancy name or a lot of buttons, but up here, you don’t need all that. You just need a machine that’ll do the job, and this one delivers. If there’s such a thing as a snowblower with northern grit, this is it!
Well, with that, I’m off for my breakfast—courtesy of my lovely wife, of course. She knows just how to make a meal that’ll stick to your ribs and keep you going through the morning’s work. After that, it’s down to the basement to get suited up. That’s where I keep all my heavy-duty clothes, the kind you need when the north decides to show you what real winter’s about. You can’t get by up here without a warm coat that’s seen some things, and boots that have enough tread to survive a blizzard or two.
So, you all have a good day, and remember—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW