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Mornin’! It’s one of those days where even the snow coming down looks friendly.
We are in the midst of some more snow here this morning in the north. Here’s the weather forecast for Port Loring, Ontario:
Saturday, January 18, 2025:
- Morning: Light snow ending, with accumulations of 1-3 cm (0.4-1.2 inches).
- Afternoon: Increasing sunshine.
- High: 0°C (32°F)
- Low: -21°C (-5°F)
Sunday, January 19, 2025:
- Overall: Mostly cloudy and very cold.
- High: -14°C (6°F)
- Low: -26°C (-16°F)
Given the chilly conditions, especially with lows dipping to -26°C (-16°F), it’s a good time to stay indoors and perhaps enjoy a mystery novel or what ever strikes your interest. Stay Warm!
Yesterday was a busy one, but a good kind of busy. First thing, I put a coat of urethane on that new Harvest Table I’ve been working on. It’s coming along real nice, if I do say so myself. After that, I tackled the driveway while my wife took care of cleaning off the decks. She’s been my partner/wife for over fifty years now-an artist, a homemaker, a mother, and one of the hardest workers I’ve ever known. She has this way of making every task look effortless, even when I know it’s anything but. I guess I can’t help but brag a little—hell, she’s earned it.
Once the work outside was done, we came in for a bite of lunch, then I got back to it and added another coat of finish on the table. In between coats, I spent a bit of time here on my computer, catching up on things. Just before supper, I gave the table its third coat of finish. This morning, as I sit here looking it over, I’m thinking I might just put one more coat on the top. Why? Well, because I can—and let’s be honest, the top’s the part that takes the most wear and tear. Might as well make it look even better while I’m at it.
If all goes to plan, tomorrow we’ll introduce it to its new home. My wife already made room, moving our old table out to the cottage. I have a feeling this new table will look pretty sharp sitting in its place.
Today, as I mentioned, I’ll put one final coat on the top of the new table. After that, I plan to take it easy for the rest of the day—my body’s letting me know it could use a bit of a break
Highway 522 is snow-covered this morning, which doesn’t make for the best traveling conditions. With the wet snow still falling and the cold planning to move in later today, it’s probably wise to stay put. You know—around here, most folks know better than to hit the road unless it’s for something important—like a trip to the post office or the hardware store to “check the mail” or “browse,” which usually translates to catching up on the latest local gossip!
With that, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife whipped up for me—she’s got a knack for keeping me well-fed! After that, we’ll see what the day has in store, beyond what I’ve got planned. Out here, you never know—might just end up staring out the window, watching the snow pile up, and calling it productive.
You have yourself a great day!
Until next time—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW