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Good Morning. One thing I have told people moving into our area is If you want to be a northerner, you better love your coffee strong and your woodpile taller than you.

She’s a rainy old start to the day here in Port Loring, and I ain’t complaining one bit. That wet stuff is working’ its magic, melting away a lot of winter’s grip. And let me tell ya, I’ve seen enough snow this season to last me ‘til next Christmas.

Looking’ ahead, seems Mother Nature’s got a mixed bag for us:

Today:
A steady drizzle will stick around most of the day, mixing’ in with a bit of that slushy white stuff at times. But don’t go worrying’… it won’t be sticking’ around long. Temps are sitting’ around 44°F (7°C) for the high, then dropping’ down to 25°F (-4°C) come nightfall.

Tonight:
Rain should pack up and move along, leaving’ us with a cloudy sky and a bit of a chill in the air. Might wanna throw an extra log on the fire if you’re like me and prefer to stay toasty.

Tomorrow:
The mercury won’t climb too high, topping out at 35°F (2°C) and then dropping’ to a downright nippy 13°F (-10°C) overnight. There’s even a chance of some flurries, just in case winter thinks it ain’t done with us yet.

So there ya have it! A wet and wild start to March, but hey, that’s just another day in the north.

Highway 522 is partially covered with slushy snow this morning which should melt as the day moves forward being that it so warm outside. As a matter of fact i let my old wood furnace go out last night and turned on our oil furnace as the wood heat is too warm. Which is a sign that spring isn’t all that far off.

Yesterday I spent the whole day out in my old woodworking shop, putting’ the final touches on a batch of my flutes. Got all the totems carved, sanded, and ready to go. Before calling’ it a night, I even gave ‘em a nice coat of clear stain, and let me tell ya, they’re looking’ real sharp. Now, they’re headin’ over to my wife’s studio, where she’ll work her magic and make ‘em downright beautiful. After that, all that’s left is fine-tuning’ the sound, and they’ll be ready for their new homes.

Now, here’s the big news—we’re closing up shop at the end of the year, which means everything has to go! If you’ve ever wanted one of my flutes or any of the other one-of-a-kind treasures we’ve got, now’s the time to scoop ‘em up. No holding’ back, no saving’ for later—once they’re gone, they’re gone for good.

I was selling’ my specialty flutes for $250, but this year, I’m letting’ ‘em go for $200—you won’t find a deal like that again, I guarantee it. And it ain’t just the flutes—everything in the store is up for grabs, priced to sell.

So, if you’re looking’ for a handcrafted piece with a story behind it, or maybe a gift for someone special, now’s the time to stop in. Doors will open soon, shelves are full, and prices are low—come on in and take home something truly unique!

So, what’s on the agenda today, GW?

Well, now that my flutes are all wrapped up, I’m shifting’ gears to work on some one-of-a-kind weather sticks—something I’ve been making’ for over 35 years using knowledge passed down from my old dad. Let me tell ya, these little sticks are the real deal. I ain’t one to twist your arm, but once you see ‘em in action, you’re gonna want one. Truth be told, they can predict the weather just as good as a $1,000 weather station—maybe even better.

And the best part? They’ll be up for grabs at a fair price once we get the shop doors open—won’t be long now, just as soon as this snow clears out!

So, with all that rattling’ around in your mind, I’m off once again for my morning breakfast—hot cup of cocoa in hand—and, of course, our regular morning chat with my lovely wife. But I suspect you all know that by now, after all these years. Are you getting’ tired of me telling’ ya?

Well, too bad, ‘cause I ain’t about to stop! Some things in life are just too good to change, and a good conversation over a warm drink is one of ‘em.

Until next time—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW