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Good Morning! As the Laura the lady that raised me used to say: “Sunrise doesn’t ask permission to shine, GW, and neither should you.”
It’s looking like we’re in for another nice day here in the north. The sun is shining, and the temperature is rising. The kind of day that makes an old feller feel like getting out to the shop and doing some work. Though, after all the sorting and cleaning I’ve been doing in there lately, it’s starting to look so organized I’m almost afraid to mess it up. Almost.
Here’s the weather forecast for Port Loring, Ontario, Canada
Friday, March 14:
- Day: Mainly sunny with a high around 56°F (13°C).
- Night: Partly cloudy, low near 43°F (6°C).
Saturday, March 15:
- Day: A few showers expected with a high near 56°F (13°C).
- Night: Rain likely, low around 48°F (9°C).
Special Weather Statement:
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for the weekend, indicating significant rainfall is possible from Saturday evening through Sunday night. Total rainfall amounts of 20 to 40 mm (approximately 0.8 to 1.6 inches) are expected, with locally higher amounts possible due to the risk of thunderstorms. The frozen ground may have a reduced ability to absorb this rainfall, leading to localized flooding in low-lying areas and water pooling on roads.
Once again, I worked the day away in our old woodworking shop, sorting out jars, boxes, and tins of things I never even knew I had. At this rate, I’m starting to think I could open my own hardware store,,,’Walters’ World of Odds and Ends.’ And let me tell you, between all the stuff I’ve been digging out of the shop and all the treasures my lovely wife has been gathering in the house, we’re gearing up for one heck of a sale later this spring. If this keeps up, folks might be leaving here with everything from antique screws to who-knows-what gadgets…most of which I’m pretty sure I saved for reasons I can’t remember!
So, what are you up to today, GW?
Well, that’s not too hard to figure out. My bench is piled high with all sorts of things I’m trying to decide whether to save or get rid of. So, yeah, that’s what I’ll be doing for most of the day, I suspect. But you know, I’ve learned over the years that you can’t look at the big picture when you’re tackling a jobs like this. If you do, you’ll just end up feeling overwhelmed before you even start. The trick is to just get to it, one jar or box or project at a time, and eventually, things all get done. And by the looks of things in my shop, I’d say I’m about halfway done! At least I think I am.
Highway 522 is bare and dry this morning, which should make traveling pretty good for those out and about. As for my wife and me, we’re all set, no need to head off to town anytime soon. And with the cost of food and gas these days, well, let’s just say it feels like you need to take out a small loan just to buy a loaf of bread and a jug of milk.
But, you know, in saying that, when it comes to all these tariffs, there’s a flip side. While they might raise the price of some things, they also give a boost to local production. With imported goods getting pricier, Canadian businesses have a better chance to compete, which means more jobs and more products made right here at home. That could help build a stronger economy, reduce reliance on supply chains from overseas, and maybe even lower prices in the long run.
So, while things may feel a bit tight now, there’s a chance that all of this could pay off with a more resilient local market. No need for folks to get too riled up, it’s a bit of a shake-up, but in the end, it might just be good for us all.
With that, I’m off for my morning breakfast, that my lovely wife put together for me. And after that, we’ll enjoy our usual cup of hot cocoa and have our regular morning chat, which helps keep the mind on the straight and narrow for the rest of the day… or at least, that’s the hope.
Until next time: Keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW