This Monday was bright with cooler weather and "cold" cash. Teller Mary A. at the North Brookfield Savings Bank WB is on the ball.! It seems my monthly withdrawal is the same each month making my visit routine. I get cash for Josh's rent and other expenses. The Potvin family has a variety of Bentley University clothes..Evie, Maddie, Pops make it fun.In month Chase will be an undergrad. Sad to read the passing of Peggy Lamoureux at age 81.Starting to rain 8:50 pm
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Hopefully the heat and humidity are behind us. Today was a peach of a day. I did food shopping in NB after reading the Sunday Times. I was greeted by Rene' Jurczik while in the market. She is a dear friend dating back to the days when Ben was her paperboy on Roy Terrace, WB. Today Rene' is branch manager in EB. Saw Chase at Ronnie & Chrissies. Josh mowed the lawn and I watched the Red Sox lose in 11 innings. As Atty Jim Nolan of Ware once said 'It's only a game!!'
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My 81st birthday was different. Sister Jan called early and a call from Chase and later Ben followed. Josh delivered my clean laundry which was put away. The weather was transitional i.e. cloudy and rain later on. We got 1.60 inches according to my Rain Station. Josh called later in the afternoon inviting me to go to Barre to the Stone Cow Brewery.. We then returned to WB where Chase presented my with a Bentley University blue polo shirt and a pair of patriotic slippers.The Sox are trailing SF 1-0 in the fifth. Happy Birthday Pops!
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Weight 158lbs My adjusting the temperature setting on the new air-conditioner and fixing my sheet and bedding gave me a "perfect" night's sleep! There were not any storms today but the bright sunshine and high humidity made up for it. I sought relief just by lounging in the "Poodle." Josh took my dirty clothes and it should be cleaned tomorrow. I re-discovered RFD-TV and Jimmy Sturr Polka Show. Haven't enjoyed it in many months. Ate a fish sandwich at the Legion and enjoyed the visit of Jeff Nickerson.
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This Thursday was one of getting used of having an air-conditioner again, I over-dressed then under-dressed. By making a tight bed my hopes are tonight will be more comfortable. I received two birthday cards in anticipation of the 29th. We had a day of thunder showers. My Rain Station registered .07. Tonight things have cleared and the western sky is beautiful. No Sox game tonight.
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It is a reprieve to enjoy air conditioning at the Poodle! I slept with a long sleeve jersey and got up during the night to shut the ac off. Did shopping in the morning and spent $60. Nothing special until Josh & Lily picked me up in my Honda.He drove me to Auburn to Life Care for the cookout. I was greeted by the Executive Director for a photo-op. Saw several employees I knew. Tonight the Atlanta Braves and the Sox are behind Atlanta 3-1. Got a brief call from Bill Gross in Wancouver,WA.This Wednesday was complete.
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With two separate thunderstorms and downpours the La Crosse Rain Station recorded 0.47 inches of rain then corrected itself to 0.0 inches. Later in the afternoon we had a second storm dumping 0.31 inches! At night regardless of the rainfall it corrects itself to 0.00 before morning. I had a relaxing Tuesday. My new air-conditioner is giving me comfort.I will sleep with a jacket. Watched Olivia at the Sydney Opera House once more enjoying a bag of popcorn.I think the Sox game will be rained out?
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It didn't take long for Josh to install a new MIdea air conditioner! Bought at Walmart, this 8,000BTU unit.does the trick. I am grateful to have such a son!
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I received a call early in the day confirming our attendance at the cookout Wednesday in Auburn The Life Care Center. I look forward to seeing friends! Next I received a call from Josh asking to borrow the Honda for Lily. Her VW is in the garage in Spencer.I obliged. My next charge was to refill my pill cady.It took over an hour to refill ten day's worth. I enjoyed more Lobster Bisque and strawberry ice cream.Lost a $20 bill and found it for Maddie's 15th birthday gift. Visited the Birch Hill family late in the afternoon. Watched Tales of Wells Fargo instead of watching the evening news.This Monday was good!
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It is different without air-conditioning! Although I have a high-speed fan it is not the same. Did food shopping at Hannaford NB and spent $60 and got some Lobster Bisque among other things. Watch the Hall Of Fame induction at Cooperstown. Josh called in the PM on his return from Maine.Talked about getting a new air conditioner tomorrow. Maddie turns 15 today! Sox lead the Mets 5-0 as I write. Another night without airconditioning!
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I began my Saturday by driving to Staples in Sturbridge and spending $138.11 for four 952 cartridges for my printer. The four cartridges are for Magenta, Cyan, Yellow and XL Black. Installed, everything is great again. The next order of business in playing deference to the Late Tony Bennett. His obituary in the New York Times is extensive.In addition to "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" are"Just In Time,,""Rags to Riches,"I Wanna Be Around" and others. The Sox lost the first game with the Mets and are trailing in the second game. Not good!
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Today saw a rapid change in the weather. Without any air conditioner I slept with the windows open. The weather got worse as the day progressed. The high-speed fan circulated the air. A tornado warning was posted for Northern Worcester County.I prepared some more memos for the New Leader.Ate supper at the Legion -a fish sandwich..excellent! Sox are trailing the Mets 4-3 and it is raining. Doubt if they get the game in?
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Today was the best in weeks.I didn't pay attention to my malfunctioning window air conditioner until Josh discovered there was ICE in it. The unit was removed so now I will rely on a high-speed fan for now. I sat out in the hot sun for about 20 minutes. Cancelled my appointment in cardiology. Don't feel I need any attention in this manner.SOX are off today.
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Justin Turner hit a 2 run homer to start the game but the Athletics came back to tie and go ahead with a 6-5 victory in Oakland. It was a mid-afternoon game for all to watch. The day was without any rain . I enjoyed snacks to include 2 boxes of raisins, celery, oranges and peanut butter and yes Lobster Bisque. Josh mowed the lawn and removed the trash.My Wednesday was good despite the loss by the Sox!
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Weight 159lbs. I confirmed my attendance for the cookout at Life Care Center of Auburn for Josh and I on July 26th. Did food shopping at Hannaford NB to the tune of $70.00. Saw Old Bob Benson and Old Dick Kemp.The afternoon became cloudy and by 4:00 PM a cloud burst was a downpour. My Rain Station didn't register! Red Sox won 7-0!
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The entire day had a day of sunshine hidden by smoke.Today I received an invitation from Life Care Center of Auburn for a cookout on July 26th.Will call tomorrow to respond. Also received a notice for the Bay State Coin Show on July 27-28-29. Would like to attend but not probable. Spent a nice visit on Birch Hill.Was given a "Shirley Temple" and a variety of snacks. Chase.Evie and Heidi enjoyed the pool.Listened to the Eagles music. Put away all of the clean laundry. My Monday was hot but good!
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The excitement of Yoshida's grand slam set the tune for the Sox 11-5 victory over the Cubs. Boston won two out of three. It made up for the dreary dismal Sunday in the Brookfields. Josh delivered a sack of cleaned laundry which I'll unpack tomorrow. The weather continues be dreary. We had heavy rain but the Rain Station didn't register the downpour!
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My Saturday was spent indoors.My task was to prepare the dirty laundry for pick-up and replenish 8 days of pills in my cady. It all worked out and watching the Red Sox lose wasn't fun. Their winning streak ended in Chicago. No rain today. The Allante' seemed to run ok when I got the newspaper.
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The early downpour sets the state for this Friday. It was the second most torrential downpour of this month. I was surprised to see the rain station working. We received about an inch and a quarter.It corrects itself and amazes me Once the skies cleared I drove to North Brookfield and spent $60.00 at Hannaford. I then drove the Allante' checking it for the road problems reporting it to Howletts. I will return the beginning of the week.Did go to the Legion. A small crowd. Had potato chips. Must change my meal next week! Sox are leading the Cubs 2-0.
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Nancy Donnelly was my friend! Over the years we spoke on the phone from time-to-time and visited at the North Brookfield Senior Center.
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The heat and humidity continue and now a sprinkle as I write this blog. It was a return to driving the Allante' to get the newspapers then at 5:00 to go to Birch Hill for an invitation. Josh said he has a "surprise" for me! When I arrived he was washing Lily's VW. He presented me with an LP entitled "MEN AT WORK.". He knows I like the group from Australia. Maddie and Evie went swimming in their pool. Then we drove to the Common.to pick up something for Heidi. This Wednesday was hot but good.
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The hype of this day was the Home Run Derby.I didn't watch it but enjoyed watching the re-run. After food shopping I get a call from Josh saying "Your car is ready." Howletts Auto Repair replaced the fuel pump and other repairs. The total cost is $401.03 which I paid. Next I sent "One Lucky Soldier" to the Army Historical Foundation, Washington, DC..I feel this is the place..I am a member and should be hearing from them soon. The other concern is 4 purple spots on my right hand. Any ideas?
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The 1991 All-Star game was in Toronto, Canada on July 9, 1991. It was held in the Sky Dome and was the last day game. Now it is night. .As a family we drove to Toronto. We arrived early and enjoyed the game of 52,383 fans. Ben & Josh was able to get autographs.The MBP of the game was Cal Ripken Jr.I had my first cellular phone and called home to Gram Rita. As a family we have attended All-Star games in Cincinnati and Baltimore.
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Weight 160lbs The Boston Red Sox are going into the All Game vacation with a sweep of the Oakland A's. Today's game was different until Masataka Yoshida hit an eight inning home run. This game was different. The Sox started off slowly and gained momentum tying it 3-3. The rest is history. Josh mowed the lawn. Now it's anticipation of foul weather coming our way. Sixty Minutes featured Artificial Intelligence. Incredible!
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The surging Red Sox are going into the All Star break in style. Today's victory of 10-3 against the Oakland Athletics made it four straight and the 7th win in 8 games.The Sox are 9 1/2 games behind Tampa Bay. I have high hopes for the second half! I spent reviewing Mother Rita's 25 year daily diary of births, deaths and weather observations. sure, each July was hot but not as hot as today.No relief in sight!
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I delivered the Allante' for a 9:00 am appointment.After a review of issues a decision was made when the car wouldn't start:a new fuel pump! It will be in on Monday and hopefully my problems are solved? Did more food shopping at Hannaford NB: $39.01. I have doubled up on some stuff. Went to the Legion at 5:00 and met a fine couple from Warren: Dick and Barbara. Sox are ahead 5-1 in the 5th inning. Go Sox!
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The heat of July kept me in AC no matter where I went. I had an abbreviated food purchase at Hannaford NB. ..$36.96. I continue to enjoy Lobster Bisque. Tomorrow I take the Allante' to the Texaco station with the hopes my problem is resolved. Took the car to Birch Hill where Josh and I enjoyed the Music of Simon & Garfunkle and an O'Doul's. My new Rain Station had a brief test and it worked. Sox are tied 3-3 against Texas.
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Although this day felt like a Monday things were done. I called Dean's Automotive with the hopes of having him resolve the Allante's ignition problem. Dean was "too busy" so I went over to Howlett's Texaco and will bring the car in Friday at 9:00 AM.. Son Josh wants to be there to further explain my problem. Josh came in unannounced after supper and got my Wireless Rain Station connected! Sox were leading 2-0 in the 5th. Tomorrow I go to Hannaford NB.
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It was a Fourth of downpours and sunshine. Baseball captured my interest of both The Red Sox and Yankees. The Sox lost to Texas and the Yankees defeated the Orioles.I called Josh who invited me over to his house and when I arrived I noticed his boat was missing as was his Dodge RAM. I surmised he and his family was on Lake Wickaboag? Tonight I watched A Capitol Fourth and enjoyed the tribute to Neil Diamond. I'm satisfied with this holiday of downpours and sunshine!
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Weight 159lbs Everyone is concerned about the weather. Not me! I went about my business of going to Hannaford NB for food. I ran into Donna Seguin in the parking lot. Donna was wearing some patriotic trousers for the Fourth. We spoke at length about the NB Senior Center and I was invited to return for a lunch. I concurred.It was a routine visit for me for years. "Josh the barber" gave me my monthly haircut. I bought some Bazooka bubble gum for the kids.
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The Boston Red Sox left Toronto, Canada with three important victories under their belt. It was like how the Sox came back to Boston as "winners." This Sunday saw downpours measuring 2.34 inches by Boston media.. The reporter mentioned "West Brookfield " I say we had closer to 5 inches! Received my clean laundry from Josh. Next move is a haircut by "Josh the barber" tomorrow. Will call Dean's Automotive relating my Allante's ignition problems.
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To begin with I enjoyed watching the movie about the life of George M. Cohan.No body has written more patriotic songs than Cohan! "You're A Grand Old Flag," "Over There" "Yankee Doodle Dandy" and many, many more. Then I tuned in to the St. Louis Cardinal/ New York Yankee game in St. Louis but toe BIG victory came in Toronto where the Red Sox defeated the Blue Days for the second straight day! Maybe the Sox will go for a sweep tomorrow? Go Sox!
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