Sun PM Musings

Just a few thoughts before settling down for a bit of relaxation, just a bit.

How cool it is to see Bopper run around playing soccer! OK, I'm not a big soccer fan, but he runs and runs and doesn't seem to get tired. And, each of the last couple of weeks, he's scored a goal. I think I get as excited as he does. And he came within about 10 feet of two or three more, just missing the net, with one bouncing off the crossbar. And, he had a couple of cool headers today, too.

How glorious the past three or four days have been! I took Ash and the Codester to "a park" on Fri. They ran in the maze for about 15 mins, then played on all the slides, swings, etc., with a few minutes in the sand, for about an hour. Then we visited the animals, petting them. Rabbits and (William) goats--Ashley was feeding them tree leaves. The Code was, as usual, quick to chase the roosters and turkeys. I wonder if it's as much fun for them as for him. Then, Grandpa said it was time to go, but they wanted more play time, so we stayed another half hour. About 2 1/2 hours at "a park."

Upper 70s to 80, with sunny skies and the leaves turning. Other than New England, can there be any more beautiful place than Michigan? I suppose there is, but I surely like it here.

With Halloween, I've taken to showing the kids two songs: "Flyin' Purple People Eater" and "Monster Mash." Ash sings the first and dances to both. Michael plays cool, but can be seen watching the videos intently, almost mouthing the words.

Why don't people care about things that really matter? How many got worked up only a bit at the ridiculous US District Court ruling over ObamaCare or that several school districts are banning cupcakes from kids' lunches? Should we even bother to ask the question of the MSU or Lions' victories? Remember the Dutch editor: "I was too busy enjoying my freedom to do anything to protect it."

But, I will admit, it is cool to have Fordson, Amherst, MSU, and the Lions all win on the same weekend.

Out to read, Return to Carthage....