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Updates in My Life


My mind is sort of just floating from topic to topic today, and I’d just like to share a few of these wanderings with you.
1. I got into a big "Battle of the Comments" on justmyopinion’s blog last week. Now, Bill is a good guy who works hard and loves his family. He also seems to have a good head on his shoulders and a huge, tender heart in his chest.
A few months ago, he took issue with me when I referred to Mr. Bush as a talking chimp. His argued that name calling was juvenile, hurtful and counter-productive.
His argument was so eloquent that I had to agree with him, and since then, I have refrained from insulting our simian brethren by likening them to George W.
HOWEVER, since then, Bill has reduced himself to name calling by referring to Barack Obama and his supporters as "communists."
I guess I just don’t get it.
2. I went horseback riding this weekend for the first time since my accident..
For those who don’t know, a little over two months ago, I got bucked off my horse, got knocked unconscious, and bit off a piece of my tongue. I have spent the last eight weeks visiting my chiropractor so that I could walk upright again.
When I got on Mariah’s back this weekend, I will be the first to admit that I was JUST A LITTLE BIT scared.
However, the trail ride was wonderful. (The woods were lovely, dark, deep…) It was relaxing and exhilerating at the same time, and, when it was over, I felt great for overcoming my fears.
3. My son Scott is moving into Merton’s old house with his fiancee. (They are expecting a baby girl in February.)
To refresh your memories, Merton was an old friend of Mary’s and mine who died a few weeks back. He left his entire estate to Mary and her son Rich. Now that probate court is finished, Mary had the property evaluated, and is selling it to Scott for the lowest legal estimate. (If she sells it for any lower than that, the state will step in for their pound of flesh in the form of taxes.)
The house is a beautiful ranch house situated on 1 ½ acres, a half-mile down the road from my house. It is bordered on two sides by a large equestrian riding ranch.
The road is a quiet, country road.
I drive by the house twice a day on my way to and from work.
As I drive by now, I picture a playscape in the front yard where my new granddaughter, Nova Ann, will play.
Mary and I rode our horses over to Scott and Sandy’s yesterday, and we were greeted with open arms. Such a nice warm feeling!
Ten years ago, Scott hated my guts. He was living with Mary and I, and he thought that my "house rules" were unfair. One day, when Mary and I were on vacation, he moved out. For six years, he refused to talk to me. Whenever he referred to me, it was always as "that ass****".
Well, Scott did a lot growing up over the last three or four years. And, during that time period, with Mary as referee and consultant, we have spent a lot or energy trying to patch up our relationship. When we see each other now, (which is about twice a week) he refuses to shake my hand…he prefers a hug!
Mark Twain once said, "When I was fourteen years old, I thought my father was most stupid being that ever walked the face of the earth. And when I turned twenty-one, I was amazed at how much the old man had learned in just seven short years."
4. Sitting outside in my hot tub this morning at five a.m., I counted four shooting stars.
5. At play rehearsal last week, I brought it a portrait of myself that was painted when I was in my early twenties. (We need items, called "set dressings" to go up on the walls of the set.) One of the actresses, who is in her mid-twenties, looked at the portrait and said, "Wow, Jim! You USED to be really hot!" Used to be? She broke my heart.
(To see a picture of this ungrateful little wench, go to the next post. I've tried unsuccessfully to post the picture here in this post, but for, some reason or other, my computer won't let me do it.)

6. Did you know that, if you’re a diabetic, french fries are REALLY BAD for you? They are! They are just LOADED with carbohydrates!
So, when I had my "blood sugar" scare a few months ago, I cut them out of my diet. I used to LOVE french fries!!!!! Especially when they accompanied a burger and a brew at The Main Street Pub!
Well, last night I was in The Main Street with a few friends at supper time. I decided to live dangerously, and I ordered fries with my meal. Guess what? I was unimpressed! You can keep them! My tastes must have changed. (It’s absolutely amazing how the threat of death can change the taste receptors in your mouth!)

posted on Oct 27, 2008 10:11 AM ()

Comments:

I've had similiar exchanges with Bill...at times a great guy but lately...well. As for the rest of this blog, great stuff Jim. You certainly know the "real" pleasures in life. Sorry, I need to catch up on your story and I will!
comment by strider333 on Nov 3, 2008 6:23 PM ()
So many great things about this post Jim. Loved it.
comment by shesaidwhat on Nov 2, 2008 1:26 AM ()
Terrific post! So glad you were able to saddle up and ride again. I loved hearing how your relationship with your step-son has improved so dramatically over the last few years. And, I lol'd at the 'used to be hot' comment.
comment by mellowdee on Oct 29, 2008 12:51 PM ()
Mark Twain put into words thoughts that often run through our minds. Great to play "catch up" with you!
comment by mzscarlett on Oct 29, 2008 7:38 AM ()
Good to catch up with your activities, Jim. Love that granddaughter's name (Nova Ann). Scott's my middle name. Happy trails to you , my friend (oops, I'm beginning to sound like John McCain!).
comment by solitaire on Oct 28, 2008 6:33 AM ()
Mark Twain knew a thing or two!!
Maybe that ungrateful wench wouldn't allow your computer to post her picture!!!!
comment by greatmartin on Oct 27, 2008 5:34 PM ()
Right or Wrong... Bush is a talking Chimp!

I'm sorry about your riding accident! And I am glad you are okay! I bet you scared Mary to tears!
comment by greeneyedgemini on Oct 27, 2008 4:22 PM ()
Meteor showers are named based on the constellation they appear to come from. In October, they come from Orion. In November, it's Leo.
comment by stiva on Oct 27, 2008 1:04 PM ()
it's funny you should mention how your tastes change... when I was strict on my diet I lost all interest in cake and cookies and crap food, ya know? But now that I am eating again look out! I need to return to the land in which you live - and be good with my diet.
I love the way you think.
5am is a bit too early for me to be anywhere but bed, but a hot tub certainly doesn't sound too bad!
comment by kristilyn3 on Oct 27, 2008 11:43 AM ()
I didn't know about your riding accident, but congratulations for getting back in the saddle.

The meteors were probably Orionids.

Sons. Hmmm.
comment by stiva on Oct 27, 2008 10:24 AM ()
The fries are awful anyway. Try french fried sweet potatoes (much better.)

When somebody tells me I "...used to be hot," I reply with a question:

"My Lord! What has happened to YOUR face/figure/body/etc/"
comment by jondude on Oct 27, 2008 10:17 AM ()

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