MY COMPLETE THURSDAY

 This Thursday proved to be full of assignments. My first challenge was to unpack my clean laundry. Next I replenished my pills in the cady and ordered one prescription with the VA. I cleaned the bathroom sink with Babbo. I watched two assignments on YouTube: George Washington and Thomas Jefferson.From then on I decided to take notes! I will have a scrapbook of my studies.These presentations are erudite and worth my effort. Chase Robert called from Bentley University. Tonight I enjoyed my Jolly Time Popcorn and orange juice. My Thursday was complete!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN

A COLD PAYDAY WEDNESDAY

 It was a cold Wednesday in the Brookfields. It was a slow start to my day as I'm having trouble with my bed covers. Hopefully I will have made a bed that will will be "tight." I continue to enjoy listening to Christmas music. I like 'We Wish You a Merry Christmas' by Ray Conniff. Did my banking early and paid Josh when I picked up my clean laundry. Got a haircut and two glazed donuts. Had my Jolly Time popcorn and orange juice for supper. Watched YouTube on "The Presidents." Seton Hall was ahead by ten. Brr.

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RIP ROSALYNN CARTER

The Memorial Service of Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter was historic. Seeing former President Jimmy Carter laying on a stretcher seemed pathetic.Daughter Amy Carter's speech was emotional. Seeing all former First Lady's set the tone. President Joe Byden and wife and former president Bill Clinton and wife Hillary further had meaning to the service. Judy Woodruff gave a memorial speech. I remembered my visit to Plains, Georgia, with my late friend Maurice Barfield added to my appreciation of the day.I will watch the funeral tomorrow.

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CYBER MONDAY

 Spent a portion of my Monday trying to locate an Express mail stamp featuring the Gateway Arch.I will find one or even a sheet for big money. Spent the rest of my Monday watching YouTube features of Calvin Coolidge and FDR. Roosevelt was an incredible President. Josh alerted me to my enjoying Christmas music. I like "Feliz Navidad" by Jose Facisano  and "We Need A Little Christmas" by Johnny Mathis.Prepared my dirty laundry for a Tuesday pick-up.Food shopping tomorrow at Hannaford NB. 

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A SUNDAY OF DEFEATS

 The Patriots lost 10-7. I watched the whole game in disgust. I also learned the Seton Hall Pirates lost to Iona on Friday.It is no fun to watch losers in any game! Next, I watched the history of the Coconut Grove fire killing 492 souls. RIP. It is raining now and will for the next few days.Goodnight!

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A BUSY SATURDAY

 My Saturday was busy in a good way. I saw "Miley the Puppy" for the first time. Every one was cuddled around Miley. Chase came over to view my latest wall display of "Auctions." Josh came by later in this day to mount the display. Now I have three displays: King Charles, LBJ and Auctions. The next display will be "Baseball." My afternoon was watching  on Modern Marvels the building of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis. It is truly a marvel.  Next I watched Ken Burns "Baseball Marathon." It's cold but so what!

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A COLD BLACK FRIDAY

 On this day in 1962 I drove one lap at the Indy 500! College friend had me a guest at his folk's home in Indianapolis. Bill Gross had worked at the track that summer and saw us return to the Indy 500 track.It is a memory I'll never forget. Today Bill called me from his home in Vancouver, Washington. we reminisced about the day we drove his dad's black 59 Chevrolet convertible. Today saw me drive to Hannaford,NB for Prevagen  and other goodies. The day is getting colder as I write. Josh joined me at the Legion for a beer.The Potvin's at Birch Hill now have a baby dog.More later.Colder weather is here!

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A COMPLETE THANKSGIVING

 My Thanksgiving was complete. First, I replenished my pills before going to Ronnie & Chrissies for diner. Lily, Maddie and Evie came in for our feast. I  dressed in my black suit and yellow vest & bow tie. It was a relaxing visit. Josh filled my tires with air. I came back and watched Macy's parade on the rerun before Seton Hall's game versus USC. The first half was a disaster then the Hall came within 4 points but lost. Ben called wishing me a happy "Turkey Day.". My day was happy indeed!

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MY QUIET WEDNESDAY

 We has an overnight snow of about 3 inches. At day's end all of the snow had melted away. I paid a visit to Chase Robert at Birch Hill where I gave Chase his birthday card and cash gift. Chase forgot his wallet back at Bentley.He hot a nice haircut. Tomorrow he works at Salem Cross Inn. I plan on watching the parade in NYC before going to the Marchessaults for a holiday dinner. I will wear my black suit and spiffy yellow vest!Seton Hall plays USC at 5:30.

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NOVEMBER 22, 1963

Sixty years have passed since the assassination of JFK. In watching many programs on YouTube I have concluded that it's 60 years of SPECULATION!  While I have been to Dealey Plaza,  twice, I have my own conclusions. The memories of JFK is real today. In other activities of this day Chase Robert came by for morning visit.His birthday is November 23rd and I have a birthday card and a cash gift! Did food shopping at Hannaford NB.This Tuesday was above average!

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MY MONDAY OF PRESIDENTS

 This Monday saw me watching YouTube presentations of U.S. Grant and Eisenhower. The day was cold and clear.Josh brought my clean laundry which I put away.The feature "KENNEDY" was concluded by reviewing the Cuban Missal Crisis. I was in college at the time in 1962.No word from the West Brookfield Art & Frame Gallery on my submission of "Auction" photos.Tomorrow it's food buying at Hannaford. Hope to see Chase soon. Watched the lighting of the Christmas tree in NYC. Brr.

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A DYNAMIC SUNDAY IN NOVEMBER

It was 26 degrees during the night. This Sunday saw the Christmas lights and wreath in the front of the Poodle. My dirty laundry went to Birch Hill for washing. I watched much basketball all afternoon into the night. St. Johns defeated Utah  Later I visited Ronnie & Chrissies.  Later on I discovered the History Channel featuring "KENNEDY.". It was informative covering material I hadn't seen before. Chase comes home tomorrow night for the Holiday. My Sunday was dynamic!

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THE KENNEDY ASSASSINATIONS

 Today saw a victory for Seton Hall men's basketball against Wagner - 72-51. A cold front passed by in early afternoon and right now the reading is 34 degrees. We should have frost by morning. Chase Robert called from Bentley advising he'll be coming home Monday night for his Thanksgiving vacation. He'll turn 19 on Thursday! My afternoon was spent in watching YouTube on the Kennedy Assassinations. Both Jack and Bobby were amazing politicians. They were educated, experienced men dedicated to serving humanity. Check out YouTube for in-depth coverage.

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A QUIET FRIDAY

 It was a quiet Friday. My day was spent watching more YouTube features to include the of George Washington and others. I traveled to the Legion which I found to be quiet. It was a cheese burger and ginger ale. Josh came by for a beer then left. The sewer tank was pumped out. Watched Jimmy Sturr polka program on RFDTV. Game shows topped off my Friday!

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MY COMPLETE THURSDAY

Weight 167lbs. A complete Thursday began with getting the newspapers then going to Hannaford for groceries totaling about $65. The thrust of this day in further You Tube investigation of the JFK assassination. The main focus came on one Dorothy Kilgallen. We all think of Dorothy playing on "Whats  My Line" when  in reality she was an investigation reporter of the highest order. The lady lived a life of being in contact with celebrities.I encourage readers to check out Dorothy. You'll be surprised as I was!

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SETON HALL 96 UALBANY 71

It was a wonderful display of talent with the Pirates of Seton Hall! It was the Pirates 3rd victory and could be a an indication of what's to come? Their next game is Saturday at noon against Wagner. Go Pirates. My Wednesday was full. I'm discovering more on the JFK killing.  More tomorrow. 

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A DAY OF LETTER WRITING

 I.t was a day of watching YouTube and other activities, Jimmy Carter and  Barack Obama were front stage and after watching each histories I decided to write each a letter!  It is one way to obtain a response to my question. Mr Carter is 99 years old. I don't have the age of Obama at hand? Then I decided to write Pope Francis. I made a $10 donation requesting an autographed photo. It will be interesting who responds.My theory is all mail gets a response.Stay tuned.

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IT'S SNOWING!

 This morning's temperature's low reading of 19 degrees was the lowest so far this Fall. The day clouded up and I didn't expect to see snow as I write this blog entry at 8:26. I went about my routine then paid my Spectrum bill of $200.79 and paid my VA bill of $15 for pills. I printed out a Seton Hall men's basketball schedule for future reference. The next game date is Wednesday against SSC at 5:30 PM. I hope to watch some games that will be available. Did watch the life of General William C. Westmoreland on YouTube along with watching tours of Bentley University and my alma mater, St. Louis University. Bentley University gets 5 stars and is definitely the the place for my Grand son, Chase! 

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A VERY COLD SUNDAY

It was a cold Sunday with morning readings at 23 degrees. I dressed warmly and went about my business.. first going to Hannaford NB where  I spent  close to $100. Next I delivered my third material to Rebecca at the West Brookfield Art & Frame Gallery for matting and framing.The theme for this is my auctions. I presented her with $100 deposit. I watched UConn lose to South Carolina. Josh came by and suggested I visit Ronnie & Chrissies and I did.Heidi,Mattie, Evie were there then Lily came by.It was a pleasant visit.Came back and watched YouTube on Presidents namely Buchanan, Lincoln and LBJ. This Sunday was full and rewarding!

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VETERANS' BREAKFAST 2023

 The West Brookfield Senior Center was packed when I arrived after a late start. I enjoyed talking with an expectant mother with an international flair.Later a 'Santa Claus" sat at my table recounting much of his life's philosophies. My meal of OJ,Coffee,  Pancakes,  and a  Sausage topped off my meal.  Later, Josh brought over some vintage photographs of my estate auction which I will have  the West Brookfield Frame Gallery mat and frame for my next wall display. I enjoyed  the life of Benjamin Franklin life on YouTube, What impressed me was the lengthy research that went into BF's life.  Looks like we'll get frost by morning. This Veterans Day was full and rewarding!

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY U.S. MARINES

 This Friday was a continuation of Veterans Day ceremonies. Jeff Nickerson, all dressed up in blues, made a nice presentation at the Legion post in West Brookfield. Jeff cut the birthday cake with a special sword Son Josh joined me at the Legion..Earlier in the day I enjoyed my YouTube presentation of FDR. Clear skies at sunset means colder weather and possibly a frost? Tomorrow morning is a Veteran's Day breakfast at the WB Senior Center from 8 - 10. I plan on attending.

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2023 VETERANS DAY CEREMONY WEST BROOKFIELD ELEMANTARY SCHOOL

 With all 240 students participating it was an heartfelt experience for me. Josh picked me up and delivered me to the school auditorium. Some veterans were in uniform, I in my new black suit.The thing that had meaning for me is all students were exposed to patriotism either by songs they sang or by giving flowers to veterans. Evie Porvin gave me a red carnation. The color guard was headed up by Jeff Nickerson. Despite the dismal weather this one day had meaning and purpose for me!

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A WEDNESDAY OF ACCOMPLISHMENT

 My Wednesday was good. After my routine I did refill 7 days of pills . Next I watched Eleanor Roosevelt and Jackie Kennedy on YouTube.  The weather was cold with readings in the 30s. Did a "dress rehearsal" of wearing my new black suit and my U.S. Army necktie in preparation for tomorrow's Veteran Day program at the WBES. Josh has agreed to pick me up at 1:00 PM.  Tonight I watched a portion of the Republican Presidential  Debate. My one thought is we need a younger President to run our country!

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60 YEARS SINCE THE JFK ASSASINATION

 Today I voted. I don't know the outcome.Traveled to NB to Hannaford for some pills Saw sister Jan & Ray..My quest this day to review YouTube sites on the JFK killing.. I found a lengthy one on Oswald's phone call. I was  intrigued with the length discoveries.For several hours men reviewed theories not coming to any conclusions. Some blamed LBJ.Colder weather is headed our way for the next few days.This Tuesday was good.

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"NO PAYMENT DUE"

For the third month in a row I received my NationalGrid bill "No Payment Due!"All I can say is to contact Verde Energy USA Norwalk, CT 800-388-3852 for info on becoming a customer! VOTE tomorrow! Two Veteran's programs in West Brookfield. First the School Veteran's program is Thursday at 1:15 pm according to Josh. Next, the Veterans' Breakfast is on Saturday November 11 8:00 am to 10:00 AM at the Senior Center RSVP 508-867-1405. My Monday was relaxing by watching YouTube on Presidents George Washington and Lyndon Johnson. I reviewed family photographs and books on Autographs. 

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MY 75 INCH TELEVISION AS A SOURCE OF KNOWLEDGE

 With  the restored YouTube I am enjoying the source of U.S.history. For hours on end I can access anything and come up with knowledge. I can select any topic and come up a winner. My quest will broaden my winter months with entertainment, lectures, sports, you name it. I watched much of the Patriot's defeat.Then I did some food shopping at Hannaford NB. Bought some Oscar Myer bacon and 3 slices of water melon. I am settling down to the "dark ages!" Have fun.

   ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN

 

A SATURDAY CAMPFIRE IN NOVEMBER

The weather moderated and the invitation came for a campfire in Birch Hill.Chase was home playing his electric guitar and all was well. Maddie and Evie made an appearance as Heidi brought in some Chinese food. Garrett Piermarini was there with his new blue BMW.Josh pushed one button and my television came to life! Earlier I had watched Winston Churchill and Thomas Jefferson on Youtube. Don't forget to set your clocks back one hour!

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A PHONE CALL FROM STEVE MAGNANTE

 Today I had a 16 minute call from Steve Magnante! Steve is now in the Madowds Rehab in Leicester. Steve sounded upbeat recounting his return to normalcy. He advises he'll be there until January. My day was without television. I do have YouTube which I exploited in watching former VP Dick Cheney's acceptance in Y2K. Recall I had breakfast with Cheney in Laramie, Wyoming, on Veterans' Day 1999.He was articulate in his message. Grandson Chase Robert is home for an overnight stay. Chase gave me 2 copies of papers he wrote for my review. The Legion was crowded. Jeff Nickerson visited along with others.The temperatures were moderate. A good Friday indeed!

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POTVIN A NAME YOU CAN TRUST

 It was a frosty morning with a low reading of 26 degrees. It was late getting up after Texas became world champions in baseball. My day saw me going to Ware to Nat Falk to pick up my spiffy yellow vest. The rest of the day saw me watching The Roosevelts and other programs on YouTube. My usual supper was popcorn and a Diet Coke. I have a babbling brook noise in the background for sleeping. Fall is here!

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W0RLD SERIES GAME 5

The Texas Rangers  are the World Champions in baseball! It was a slow start thinking of a no hitter for Arizona. But the Rangers exploded in the late innings scoring 5 runs.. I have enjoyed watching all 5 games. I have been in winning games.. St. Louis 1964..Toronto in 1993. It is a great thing to experience. I have favored Texas tonight from the beginning!

ROBERT LOUIS POTVIN