One of the Coolest Things Ever...
and invented by a Morrison!
Walter Fredrick Morrison, the man credited with inventing the Frisbee, has died. He was 90.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Friday, January 08, 2010
Chicken Hawk
The great chicken experiment has taken another unexpected twist. So far we have let the chicken's free range in the backyard at will during the day. They love this and run around all day long. But with winter setting in a unforeseen consequence appeared. About 2 weeks ago we heard the birds squawking loudly. Joan went out to see what was happening and spotted a hawk sitting on top of the chimina. The chickens were below taking cover. The hawk was scared off by Joan's arrival.
For the next couple of days we kept the chickens couped up. But they don't like it. Eventually we started letting them out for an hour before sunset. Then finally went back to letting them free range all day. I spotted the hawk once more flying by. Strangely the hawk was accompanied by several loud crows.
I should have known better and kept them couped up. During the day the hawk came back and this time attacked. These chickens are big and strong so he must be desperate. I'm sure it is risky for him to attack. Amanda heard squawking again and went out and spotted the hawk. The hawk (and crows again) flew off but it was obvious a skirmish had taken place. The hawk took out Nugget's right eye. Otherwise she is fine. She did have a bloody beak so we are hoping she did damage back to the hawk during her struggle. It has been two days and she is pretty much acting normal.
For now they remain locked up in the coupe. Free range time will be limited to when they can be watched over. Nature plays out even in the suburban backyard...
The great chicken experiment has taken another unexpected twist. So far we have let the chicken's free range in the backyard at will during the day. They love this and run around all day long. But with winter setting in a unforeseen consequence appeared. About 2 weeks ago we heard the birds squawking loudly. Joan went out to see what was happening and spotted a hawk sitting on top of the chimina. The chickens were below taking cover. The hawk was scared off by Joan's arrival.
For the next couple of days we kept the chickens couped up. But they don't like it. Eventually we started letting them out for an hour before sunset. Then finally went back to letting them free range all day. I spotted the hawk once more flying by. Strangely the hawk was accompanied by several loud crows.
I should have known better and kept them couped up. During the day the hawk came back and this time attacked. These chickens are big and strong so he must be desperate. I'm sure it is risky for him to attack. Amanda heard squawking again and went out and spotted the hawk. The hawk (and crows again) flew off but it was obvious a skirmish had taken place. The hawk took out Nugget's right eye. Otherwise she is fine. She did have a bloody beak so we are hoping she did damage back to the hawk during her struggle. It has been two days and she is pretty much acting normal.
For now they remain locked up in the coupe. Free range time will be limited to when they can be watched over. Nature plays out even in the suburban backyard...
Monday, December 21, 2009
Cold
It has been cold lately. And for cold by our standards in North Texas that means it actually dips into freezing over night and sits in the 40s for high a few days. But this never lasts and now we are enjoying mid 60s with full sun. That type of cold is about all I can stand and even then I wished I lived further south!
The younger LSU Daughter, who lives in Baton Rouge, thinks that she has been denied a proper upbringing by never having lived in a extreme cold environment! She scoffs at this winter here in Texas/Louisiana and declares she thinks we ought to live where there is snow on the ground for the winter. She also thinks that living in that environment would allow her to where more fashionable clothes.
Her mother and I have been there and done that. We have survived those long winters in subfreezing temps and snow. And it is no fun. Never again! Not sure how this kid who was raised to hate the cold has gotten it into her brain that cold is what she wants! The banter continues, I say I'm cold, she sighs. We just tell her once you graduate from college you can live anywhere you want... and we will visit you in the summer!
It has been cold lately. And for cold by our standards in North Texas that means it actually dips into freezing over night and sits in the 40s for high a few days. But this never lasts and now we are enjoying mid 60s with full sun. That type of cold is about all I can stand and even then I wished I lived further south!
The younger LSU Daughter, who lives in Baton Rouge, thinks that she has been denied a proper upbringing by never having lived in a extreme cold environment! She scoffs at this winter here in Texas/Louisiana and declares she thinks we ought to live where there is snow on the ground for the winter. She also thinks that living in that environment would allow her to where more fashionable clothes.
Her mother and I have been there and done that. We have survived those long winters in subfreezing temps and snow. And it is no fun. Never again! Not sure how this kid who was raised to hate the cold has gotten it into her brain that cold is what she wants! The banter continues, I say I'm cold, she sighs. We just tell her once you graduate from college you can live anywhere you want... and we will visit you in the summer!
Friday, November 20, 2009
Friday, October 30, 2009
Dallas Morning News
In a recent article (on-line) about the Dallas Morning News closing one of its packaging plants, the statement was made:
"Caught in a national decline in newspaper advertising revenue, managers at The News have engaged in a strategy to raise subscription prices and shrink circulation to establish a core of dedicated subscribers."
I guess I did not qualify as the core of dedicated subscribers when I canceled my subscription. The price was just too high. It doesn't seem to make sense to me that this is the best strategy. What if they find out the core is out priced altogether?
In a recent article (on-line) about the Dallas Morning News closing one of its packaging plants, the statement was made:
"Caught in a national decline in newspaper advertising revenue, managers at The News have engaged in a strategy to raise subscription prices and shrink circulation to establish a core of dedicated subscribers."
I guess I did not qualify as the core of dedicated subscribers when I canceled my subscription. The price was just too high. It doesn't seem to make sense to me that this is the best strategy. What if they find out the core is out priced altogether?
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Geaux Tigers
For Joan's birthday we went to see the LSU vs. Vanderbilt game at Tiger Stadium. It was a great time. The weather did not cooperate but it was manageable. The younger LSU daughter went with us. Nothing like a little tailgating and football on a Saturday night. Unfortunately for Joan, Vandy lost :-(
Tailgater
Geaux Tigers!!
Welcome to Death Valley
The view
Meeting up with the cousins
For Joan's birthday we went to see the LSU vs. Vanderbilt game at Tiger Stadium. It was a great time. The weather did not cooperate but it was manageable. The younger LSU daughter went with us. Nothing like a little tailgating and football on a Saturday night. Unfortunately for Joan, Vandy lost :-(
Tailgater
Geaux Tigers!!
Welcome to Death Valley
The view
Meeting up with the cousins
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Crazy Times...
A few years ago it almost looked like we were heading into easy street. Kids were moving out, bills were getting paid, house note was on the fast track and 401k was soaring. But I should have know that would not last. Nobody warns you about when your kids hit the 18+ to 25 stage that things would be crazier than when they were teenagers! Somehow we are taking care of all of their lives as well as still trying to run a household. It is necessary and hopefully temporary but things have never been this crazy before.
Plus the oldest daughter is pregnant. So I will soon be a grandpa. That certainly is exciting and wonderful. But it just doesn't sound right. How did I get to be this old? I so clearly remember being their age. I guess your just never prepared to be at the next stage.
One day at a time and trust that God doesn't give us more than we can handle!
A few years ago it almost looked like we were heading into easy street. Kids were moving out, bills were getting paid, house note was on the fast track and 401k was soaring. But I should have know that would not last. Nobody warns you about when your kids hit the 18+ to 25 stage that things would be crazier than when they were teenagers! Somehow we are taking care of all of their lives as well as still trying to run a household. It is necessary and hopefully temporary but things have never been this crazy before.
Plus the oldest daughter is pregnant. So I will soon be a grandpa. That certainly is exciting and wonderful. But it just doesn't sound right. How did I get to be this old? I so clearly remember being their age. I guess your just never prepared to be at the next stage.
One day at a time and trust that God doesn't give us more than we can handle!
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
The Daily
I love the newspaper. I love to be able to sit and read through it. Unfortunately, I usually don't have time to read it. It piles up in the recycle bin. This week I got the bill for next years subscription. Like everything else, the cost of subscription has increased dramatically. The logical conclusion then is to say goodbye to the daily. To join the post modern world and skip the old school print. Hate to face that, but it is just time to let it go.
I love the newspaper. I love to be able to sit and read through it. Unfortunately, I usually don't have time to read it. It piles up in the recycle bin. This week I got the bill for next years subscription. Like everything else, the cost of subscription has increased dramatically. The logical conclusion then is to say goodbye to the daily. To join the post modern world and skip the old school print. Hate to face that, but it is just time to let it go.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Monday, July 20, 2009
Tuesday, July 07, 2009
New Roads on the 4th
It was another great family gathering on False River in New Roads, LA. Cousins, siblings and parents all came to the camp. It was good to get away and just be with the ones you love in a place you love.
Dad and Joan blogged about it:
Dad's blog
Joan's blog
Here are some more visuals to go with it.
Refreshments!
Relaxation .... Joan and Amanda reading on the pier
More relaxation, Jamie using the hammock to its fullest!
Swimming in the River
Fireworks at Baton Rouge. We sit on the levy of the mighty Mississip' and watch the show launch from a barge in the river.
Pyrotechnics! After the Baton Rouge show we return to the camp to light off our own show! These babies were procured from Ms. Shirley in Morganza for a wad of cash and a dozen boiled crabs! Nothing like the thrill of lighting the fuse and running for it.
What a great weekend!
It was another great family gathering on False River in New Roads, LA. Cousins, siblings and parents all came to the camp. It was good to get away and just be with the ones you love in a place you love.
Dad and Joan blogged about it:
Dad's blog
Joan's blog
Here are some more visuals to go with it.
Refreshments!
Relaxation .... Joan and Amanda reading on the pier
More relaxation, Jamie using the hammock to its fullest!
Swimming in the River
Fireworks at Baton Rouge. We sit on the levy of the mighty Mississip' and watch the show launch from a barge in the river.
Pyrotechnics! After the Baton Rouge show we return to the camp to light off our own show! These babies were procured from Ms. Shirley in Morganza for a wad of cash and a dozen boiled crabs! Nothing like the thrill of lighting the fuse and running for it.
What a great weekend!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Rail Adventure
Last week Joan and I took a day off and decided to have an adventure on the Dallas rail system (DART). We drove to LBJ and Central Expressway and caught the redline downtown. It was very nice and easy to use. The trip was $1.50 each way.
We road down to the Cityplace station. From there we caught the free McKinney Street Car trolley. The street car runs down to the arts district. We visited to the Nasher and Dallas Museum of Art. It was a great experience. After the museums we jumped back on the trolley, then train and drove home.
It was a great day!
McKinney Street Trolley
Outdoor sculpture at the Nasher
Last week Joan and I took a day off and decided to have an adventure on the Dallas rail system (DART). We drove to LBJ and Central Expressway and caught the redline downtown. It was very nice and easy to use. The trip was $1.50 each way.
We road down to the Cityplace station. From there we caught the free McKinney Street Car trolley. The street car runs down to the arts district. We visited to the Nasher and Dallas Museum of Art. It was a great experience. After the museums we jumped back on the trolley, then train and drove home.
It was a great day!
LBJ Train Station
Cityplace Station is deep underground
McKinney Street Trolley
Outdoor sculpture at the Nasher
Thursday, June 11, 2009
CONCERT > GRADUATION > BASEBALL > STORM
Four exciting nights in a row!
Concert - Les Claypool and Matisyahu at the Palladium - Sunday
Graduation - Georgie's High School Graduation - Monday
Baseball - Rangers vs. Tronto - Tuesday
Storm - High winds, rain and lightning beat up the fence and took out power- Wednesday
Wonder what is happening tonight!
Four exciting nights in a row!
Concert - Les Claypool and Matisyahu at the Palladium - Sunday
Graduation - Georgie's High School Graduation - Monday
Baseball - Rangers vs. Tronto - Tuesday
Storm - High winds, rain and lightning beat up the fence and took out power- Wednesday
Wonder what is happening tonight!
Monday, June 08, 2009
Sunday, June 07, 2009
The Good Ol Days
I just celebrated 15 years at the mother company. After ceremonies I was talking with a fellow co-worker and before I knew we were both in "back in the gold old days" conversation.
"We used to have to work hard, kids today don't have that anymore"
"We used to accomplish stuff as a team together, not its scattered all of the world"
"We used to put a quality product and make our customers happy"
blah, blah, blah, you know how that one goes. I'm sure when I started working right out of school the old timers looked at me and then thought the good ole days too.
Times definitely have changed. And in 15 years at one company it has change tremendously. And certainly in 15 years I've changed a lot. I was 30 then and life was a whole lot different. But I am glad to still have the work and wonder what the next 15 years will be like.
I just celebrated 15 years at the mother company. After ceremonies I was talking with a fellow co-worker and before I knew we were both in "back in the gold old days" conversation.
"We used to have to work hard, kids today don't have that anymore"
"We used to accomplish stuff as a team together, not its scattered all of the world"
"We used to put a quality product and make our customers happy"
blah, blah, blah, you know how that one goes. I'm sure when I started working right out of school the old timers looked at me and then thought the good ole days too.
Times definitely have changed. And in 15 years at one company it has change tremendously. And certainly in 15 years I've changed a lot. I was 30 then and life was a whole lot different. But I am glad to still have the work and wonder what the next 15 years will be like.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
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