A Cafe At The Senior Center

We go to our Senior Center, about once or twice a week.

At the window where we pick up our lunch, they have added a Cafe for people who use the center for companionship and activities.

I look at the prices on the list that they have, and I am shocked at the cost for seniors.

Bagels for $3 (I hope they put some cream cheese or butter on it).

2 hard boiled eggs for $2.

A Cinnamon Roll for $3.50

A Crossant for $3, and a Chocolate one for $3.50.

It feels like they are taking advantage of the seniors...but what do I know.

Daylight Time, Or Standard Time?

The House just passed All Year Daylight Savings Time, known as the Sunshine Act.

It now goes back to the Senate, for final approval, and if passed, it will eventually become the law of this Country.

I personally believe we should stay with Standard Time all year, because that is what the Sun intended. :-)

It looks like it might finally be moving, so in that regard, I would appreciate it greatly.

Not having to change the clocks twice a year, is worth all the debate, as to which time change wins.

Come on Senate, make the decision, and vote on it, and get it passed.

My Bread Fell

It was my Anniversary on Sunday, and since we had plans for the evening, I started my bread early in the morning.

My Husband decided to get water in the early afternoon, and I calculated how long we would be out doing that easy task. Sure, let's do it, and then I will bake the bread.

We get to the water machines out front of the market, and neither one works, so we pack ourselves up, buy some soda in the market, and drive to the other side of the valley, to use another machine.

We get there, unpack the bottles again, and I leave my Husband to get the water.

I went into this other store, to see if they had bottled water (yeah, yeah), and they did not.

My Husband came in and told me this machine does not work, either. So we are back on the road with no water for the house.

We made another stop on the way home, so what should have taken a half hour, ended up being 90 minutes.

I did not have time to bake the bread before we went to celebrate our anniversary at Grand Panda, so it had to wait.

It over proofed, and fell in the oven, and this was the result.

It still tastes great, but it definitely looks kind of sad.

New Holland, IL

My Water Post For Today.

Back in April, we went a different way, to get to Indiana, so it took us over different land, then we are used to.

This is New Holland, Illinois, and the Little Calumet River.

Not too far from the boyhood home of our new Pope, Leo XIV.

It looks calm and serene, though there is a Union Pacific facility just on the other side, out of the photo.

Take the calm and serene, and I hope you enjoy.

A Neighborhood House

Well, first off, it's my 46th Anniversary today. Happy Anniversary to us.

When I went over to my Church recently, I saw this local house totally gutted.

I have no idea what they are going to do with it, but they took off all the drywall, and brought it down to the 2 by 4 studs.

It is one of the houses in my immediate development, and as a matter of fact, it is my house design.

It made me sad to see it, and I wonder what is going on with that house? A redesign of the residence?

I hope it was no reason, that would affect my house.

The World Cups Wraps Up This Week

Thankfully for the City of Los Angeles, and for us, The World Cup is coming to an end.

The 10th was the last day that we had the $65 fee at the parking garage in Union Station.

What a weight off my shoulders, I can now attempt to book a trip or two.

Will we make it happen?

I have no idea, but Flagstaff is still on my mind, and I have some new ways to make it worth our effort to visit.

Stay tuned, for more on that.

The Light On The Floor

It only happens a few days a year.

In high summer, the area around the summer solstice, the sun shines through our kitchen window, and hits the floor.

My cat used to sit in the patch of sunlight every morning, so seeing the square of light, brings back memories.

I actually SHOWED her doing this very thing, back in June of 2023.

You are always missed, my little girl, and thanks for making our lives so full.

My Favorite Screen Capture From The Unit

I am sorry that I am so late with this photo.

It came up on my Facebook Memories, but it was early in the morning, and I did not save it.

Facebook has become a real problem, with old photos, so I missed my opportunity...or so I thought.

Then on the 8th it turned up again, so you get to see it.

The backround on the photo is, that the couple were performing in their daughter's school production, and The writers decided to give it an unexpected twist. Make the big military man, Betsy, and the wife, George.

We loved kidding Max Martini about the scene, and it still brings me a smile, when I see it.

Inside A Train Tunnel

If you never take trips by train, you have never had this experience before.

I am going to change that, for you.

This photo was taken between the San Fernando Valley, and Simi Valley.

There are several tunnels (mostly short ones) along this stretch of rail.

I actually got this shot inside one of them, and yeah, it is kind of spooky.

We have just one tunnel on our line from Santa Clarita to the San Fernando Valley, and there is no way to get this type of photo. It is a very long tunnel, by the way.

I am glad that Amtrak gave me this opportunity, on its run to the Coast.

Enjoy.

Extended Versions Of Songs

I guess it's a thing.

People put together extended versions of songs that they like, changing them from an AM/FM version, to a longer 10 or so minute song. It is called Torisutan Extended.

I was checking out Herb Albert and they had an extended version of Route 101. This one would work so well on a roadtrip.

As I was listening to that one, I saw on the side another song I like, The Year of the Cat, by Al Stewart. It went on for quite a while, and I listened to it, as I was putting the post together.

Here is a bit of info on a torisutan extended version of a song (mostly found on youtube).

Torisutan Extended refers to a popular series of unofficial, fan-made music remixes and extended edits, primarily focused on 1980s and 1990s pop, rock, and new wave tracks. These versions are created and published by a content creator who utilizes extended-cut structures and alternative lyrical arrangements on dedicated platforms like Torisutan Extended Version YouTube.The edits are highly popular among vintage music fans and Reddit communities who enjoy longer, danceable, or restructured versions of classic hits.

Common features of a Torisutan Extended mix include:Looping and Layering: Extended intros, elongated instrumental breaks, and chorus repetitions designed for a club or extended-listening experience.

Alternative Phrasing: Creative sampling and blending of lyrics to offer a fresh spin on recognizable radio hits, such as their popular take on A-Ha's "Take On Me" or 4 Non Blondes' "What's Up?"

Into something cool, and yet familiar? Check it out. Torisutan Extended Versions List.

More Water In West Virginia

My Water Post For Today.

Back to just east of the capital of West Virginia, Charleston.

Has anyone else noticed that foreign soccer fans start singing Take Me Home Country Roads, especially the line about West Virginia.

I get a kick out of it, every time I see a video with them singing.

Anyway, it always brings me back to the area of the United States, that I visited in April.

There are so many reasons for not wanting to live there, but the scenery is just stunning.

Thanks John Denver, for highlighting it, and for fans to keep singing the song.

Hall And Oates: The Statue Of Liberty Concert 1985

It's the 4th of July weekend, and what better way to celebrate it, then a return to a vintage event, the Liberty Concert by Hall and Oates, from in 1985.

It was a fundraiser for the rehabilitation of the Statue of Liberty, that took place right across the Hudson River, in New Jersey.

Hall and Oates were at the top of their game, for this event, and it is well worth the time to view it. Unfortunately, the commercials are obnoxious, and come way too fast. Sorry about that.

The Set List, and times of each song.

02:30 - Out Of Touch
07:18 - Family Man
12:45 - Rich Girl
16:17 - Say It Isn't So
22:12 - Some Things Are Better Left Unsaid
28:40 - Possession Obsession
34:20 - You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling
39:43 - Method Of Modern Love
47:20 - Maneater
53:40 - Adult Education
1:01:10 - You Make My Dreams
1:06:32 - Hot Fun in the Summertime

Just an excellent show. So sorry to hear all the bad news about Hall and Oates, now days. Especially their split, and Daryl's Kidney transplant.

I wish them both the best, moving forward.

It's The 4th Of July (2026)

Armée de l'air is a French equivalent of the US AirForce.

Back in (I believe) 1986, we rededicated The Statue of Liberty, after a major 2 year reconstruction.

In honor of the fact that it was a gift from the French, we had Armée de l'air flying over parts of Long Island.

My brother-in-law knew they were staying at Republic Airport, so the 4 of us went over there, watched them land their team, and then bought them lunch.

They came over and gave us this sticker, which is still attached to my desk in the den.

Watching the Blue Angels flying over Jones Beach yesterday, brought back all those memories.

Talk about a cool thing that Long Island got, once again.

Happy 4th of July and 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

The 3rd Of July

It's the 3rd of July today, and lots of people have the day off, since it is the Friday before the 4th.

Being I don't work, it has no effect on me at all.

On July 1st, I remembered that we had bought some red, white, and blue lights a few years ago.

It took me all of 10 seconds to find them, and get them ready to go outside.

We decided to place it where we had easy access to electric, so onto the bricks it went.

I added a flag onto the geraniums Thursday, since I saw one on our desk, from a year in the past.

Thus, with no money expended, we have decorated our house for tomorrow's holiday.

Bread On The Agenda Again

It has been 13 days since I made bread.

I think that might be the longest I have gone, without baking some.

I did have 2 days of leftovers from Thelma's, so that added to the number of days between bread baking.

Anyway, as I write this post, my home smells wonderful, and with so little effort involved.

Each time I make one, I am glad I do not use sourdough. It would be too much effort, to keep track of.

Probably the reason most people give up, after a few loaves.

Thank you for coming up with a no knead bread (whoever made it happen).