Monday, October 20

5:01 a.m. - Yesterday started by getting the camper ready to pull out.  Then I went to Carmen's church service, and I sat with Caleb.  Then it was back home, or in this case to Loud Thunder.  After that, I still had things to do.  I went to Menard's to get antifreeze, stopped and mom and dad's for a visit, picked up some firewood, went to Shiver's, and then went back to the campground for a bit before heading back home for the night.

Today, I just want a decent day.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Saturday, Oct. 18

5:19 a.m. - I'm at the Rodeo Park Campground, and I was awakened by a lightning strike that was really close.  I hope it just hit a tree and didn't hit the camper or my truck.  It was so close, that I could smell it.  I want to go out and take a look, but it's still dark.  So I'll wait until the sun comes up and then take a look and see if there is any damage.  

Yesterday was awful.  Another student behavior incident resulted in me having to call for help.  It was so sad.  It just felt good to get out of there and get to the campground.  I went to the casino for a bit, and then I went to the Hoenigs.  We ended up going to Pizza Hut.  Then I came home and I watch some meTV and went to bed.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

take camper to Loud Thunder on Sunday, Oct. 19
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Friday, October 17

4:56 a.m. - Well...it's TGIF, and it's been another long week.  Yesterday, was a long afternoon at ICE after getting a few things accomplished in the morning.  Then it was off to Monmouth-Roseville for some volleyball.  This weekend perhaps won't be as rainy as the forecast called for yesterday.  The winds are now predicted to pick up on Sunday, so pulling the camper to Loud Thunder may be be interesting. 

Yesterday after school, there was a meeting with parents of a child that sometimes has behavior issues.  I'm not quite sure what to make of it.  I guess I'll ask some more questions today.  I know I ask this a lot, but I'd really appreciate a smooth day and then some enjoyment again at the campground.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

take camper to Loud Thunder on Sunday, Oct. 19
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Thursday, October 16

5:32 a.m. - It's Friday Eve.  That's the good news.  ICE may be problematic again today, and I have more volleyball at Monmouth-Roseville tonight.  Just keep swimming.

I did send a message to my mom to ask her if she wants to do some camping this weekend.  I'm not sure if she'll go or not, and the weather isn't looking real cooperative, but we'll work around any weather conditions.

Yesterday was okay.  I did get through ICE, even though there were some things to work through.  Last night's trip to Williamsfield also wasn't great, but working with Jacqy made it more fun.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

take camper to Loud Thunder on Sunday, Oct. 19
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 


16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen) - 4:30 at Shawn's
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Wednesday, October 15

7:18 a.m. - I got through a rough Tuesday yesterday.  ICE, home, BOE meeting, drive to Fort Madison to camper to get medicine, drive back this morning home, and now back to ICE.  I hope today isn't as long, but it's looking long too - volleyball officiating in Williamsfield tonight. 

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

take camper to Loud Thunder on Sunday, Oct. 19
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 


15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4:20 at Sherrard High School
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Tuesday, October 14

4:40 a.m. - All good weekends must come to an end, but at least the work week is starting on a Tuesday!  Unfortunately, long weekends often lead to difficulty for students getting settled into the school day.  I guess we'll see how today goes.  Yesterday was productive in getting the yard mowed, so I won't have to worry about that.  I've got a board meeting tonight, and then I think I'll be headed back to Fort Madison for a night in order to check on the camper and get my medicine for my eyes.  I forgot it yesterday, and I don't want to go all week without it.

The Bears won!  I fell to sleep while watching, but I did see the end.  The news is talking about holiday spending?  As in Christmas holiday spending.  I always welcome Christmas, but I'm not sure I'm ready for it yet.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 


14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4 p.m. at RHS
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Monday, October 13

6:27 a.m. - What a wonderful weekend.  Friday, it was just Amber and I at the Rodeo Park.  Saturday was all day with Carmen, Tyler, and Caleb.  We went to Dutchman's Store, Bel-Mart, Harvestville, and Appleberry's before returning to the Rodeo Park and playing on the playground.  Then on Sunday, it was the Southwells, the Lees, and Grandma Rhonds on to Appleberry's, Harvestville, and Hinterland Dairy.  Then Carmen and Tyler came to the campground to have some supper with us.  Then it was Carmen and me together today taking an adventure to Keokuk.  We started out at a little coffee shop in Fort Madison, and then we went to the national cemetery in Keokuk and then the park with the statue of Keokuk, then over the bridge to Hamilton, IL, and then back to Keokuk for some lunch at Dr. Getwell's.  We wrapped up the day with some ice cream at Hall's.  And how to end the weekend - by mowing the yard when I got home!  Now let's watch the Bears win.  

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 


14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4 p.m. at RHS
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Friday, October 10

4:54 a.m. - I've been looking to get to today.  Yesterday was long, but it wasn't as long as other days this week.  One of the students I've been dealing with was in my office for most of the day, but I think I made some progress with him.  Let's see if that holds.  I've had two staff issues to work through this, but I think I'm through the worst of those two things.  I did get the camper to Fort Madison.  The campground we are trying out this time isn't as nice, but it will be fine, and it's cheap.  

Today is a half day with students.  I may be able to get some things done in my office today.  Let's get to the weekend.

Things for School 

• need new footballs and baseball playing cards
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4 p.m. at RHS
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Thursday, October 9

4:48 a.m. - Yesterday was awful.  I spent the day from about 10:30 to the end of the day testing my patience level dealing with what basically an in-school suspension with a second grade boy.  On top of that, another second grade boy was misbehaving at the end of the day, and I just couldn't cover it all by myself, so I had to call Deputy Rasso to help me.  And then it was off to officiating basketball at Mercer County Junior High.  I was concerned the old legs wouldn't be able to work, but they did.  I got through it. 

On to today.  It's truly been a bad week.  Just keep swimming.  

I'm not a fan of admin meetings, but I have one this afternoon.  I hope the building just stays quiet and staff are just able to do their jobs.  I'd like to get the camper to Fort Madison this afternoon.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
• Take camper to Fort Madison on Thursday Oct. 9
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4 p.m. at RHS
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Wednesday, October 8

4:53 a.m. - Yesterday was what I hope will be the longest day of the week.  ICE wasn't any fun.  Between a problems with a couple of students behavior situations and a problem with a staff member, it was just ugh.  And then driving to Galesburg to work a long night of volleyball wasn't much fun either.  

I'm probably going to have those same student problems and staff problem today, but I won't be driving to Galesburg.  Instead, I'm off to Aledo to work my first junior high girls basketball game.  That means I have to scramble this morning to get my basketball stuff put together.  And I get to test out my legs, which I already know is going to be a tough test.  I'm still less worried about the surgically repaired leg and more worried about the calf and Achilles in the "bad" (left) leg.  As usual, I wish I would have lost more weight and gotten in better shape.  I guess we'll just see how tonight goes.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
• Take camper to Fort Madison on Thursday Oct. 9
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at Williamsfield VB - 6 p.m. - pick Jacqy up at 4 p.m. at RHS
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m. - LAST VOLLEYBALL GAME
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Tuesday, October 7

5:02 a.m. - Yesterday was a long, long Monday.  I did manage to get some things done at ICE, but then the afternoon arrived and all hell broke loose with students making poor behavior decisions.  Then it was off to United High School for a long night of volleyball.

Today?  Repeat.  Instead of United HIgh School I'm headed to Galesburg.  Just keep swimming.

 Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
• Take camper to Fort Madison on Thursday Oct. 9
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Monday, October 6

4:50 a.m. - Karrigan's wedding weekend is in the rear view mirror.  Yesterday started with getting my truck turned around with Shawn's trailer and then taking it to Orion to be unloaded and then back to Shawn's to drop it off.  Then it was off to Ducky's Formal Wear to return the wedding garb.  Michael asked me to take the garb of him, his dad, and Karrigan's dad too, which was fine.  Then it was back home, only to leave again with Amber to take more wedding stuff back to Karrigan's and Michael's house in Orion, as well as Baby Kollyns.  Eventually we got back home around 3:30 after a trip through Milan to pick up Amber's prescription and grab some supper from Hungry Hobo.  I was thinking about mowing the yard, but my energy level had been drained, so I opted out of that and instead worked on a couple of teacher observations I needed to complete.  I think I ended up heading to bed around 9 p.m.

Now on to this week.  It's going to be busy, but I have to keep my eye on the weekend adventure of heading to Fort Madison in the camper.  It's Indigenous People's Day a week from today, and there is a half day institute on Friday, so a long weekend is available to take the camper down, travel to the harvest festivals in the area, and hopefully spend some time with Carmen, Caleb, and Tyler.

With an eye on the adventure, it's a week of getting through evening items - tonight volleyball at United, then tomorrow night getting through volleyball at Galesburg, then Wednesday it's the first try at junior high basketball with the fixed knee.  I haven't been able to get any running in lately, so I'm a little worried about it, but it will be a test to see how I'm recovering.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
• Take camper to Fort Madison on Thursday Oct. 9
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Sunday, October 5

8:55 a.m. - We survived!  Congrats Karrigan and Michael.  I ended up getting home around 1 a.m. to get my boots off before Amber reminded that I needed to get shredded cheese and spring lettuce out of the truck.  I did sneak a sandwich, some chips, and a wedding cupcake before going to bed.  The evening featured a beautiful reception, and Michael's parents did a lot!  

So my truck remains hooked up to the trailer, and it's still loaded.  I hope to get it over to Orion this morning and get it unloaded before this stupid hot temps kick in this afternoon.  Then I need to drop the trailer off at Shawn's, and then I need to get my suit clothes to Ducky's, and then I need to get some school work done and may end up trying to mow the yard.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

go to Ducky's and pick up clothes
call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Saturday, October 4 - Congrats today Karrigan and Michael

7:47 a.m.  - Today's the big day, but I hope to get a few things done before the big day.

Yesterday went okay.  I took a personal day and didn't do a whole lot that was fun, but that's okay.  I picked up my tux, picked up a prescription, picked up the ICE throw back shirts (in Kewanee), and then went to the Black Hawk State Park Lodge to help with set up and be available for dress rehearsal.  Then I got the trailer back to the house and turned around.  Then everybody arrived....Harrisons, Southwells, Karrigan and Kollyns, and eventually it was just Amber, Kollyns, and me.  Then this morning Kollyns felt the need to wake up a 5 a.m., but she and Amber now are gone for their big make-up and getting ready day.  I'm going to head to the farm to help my mom get some hay down, and then get back and try to do some school work.

Yesterday the ICE students did have fire day at the Illinois City Fire Department, which was great.  They do a great job, and I was able to get at least one local television station to be on hand and do a story.  

So let's get this day started!  I put a little work into cutting away plastic around the wheel well of the HHR, so I think it's operational again.  We'll see if it works.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

go to Ducky's and pick up clothes
call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Friday, October 3

5:10 a.m. - It's a Friday.  It's been a long week.  It's going to be a long weekend.  Today is Fire Safety Day at ICE, and I have a personal day - sort of.  I'm going to be at ICE this morning, but once the students are engaged at the fire station, I'm going to head out.  I need to get to Kewanee, Milan, and Moline.  And by three o'clock I need to be in Orion to take the trailer to Black Hawk Lodge.  Tonight is the dress rehearsal for the wedding, and then tomorrow is the wedding and reception.  I have to take the trailer back to the lodge tomorrow night and bring it home.  Then I have to take it to Orion on Sunday, get it unloaded, and then get it back to Shawn.  I told you it was going to be a busy weekend.

But in other news - Go Cubs Go!  The Cubbies beat the Padres last night and advance to take on the mighty Brewers!

Let's keep swimming!

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

go to Ducky's and pick up clothes
call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


October 
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Thursday, October 2

6:21 a.m. - Today I think we will have two full school days in a row.  At least for now there is no early dismissal declaration.  I'm sure there will be some grumbles about that.  

I have a training session this morning that I'm not looking forward to.  I have many other things I could be doing. 

We are one day closer to Karrigan's wedding.  I need to find a time to go to Ducky's and pick up my rental clothes.

Putting this upcoming weekend in the rear view mirror will be nice.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

go to Ducky's and pick up clothes
call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• I'm allowed to leave the camper and a check for the amount.
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


30 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen) - I drive; he has R1


October 
1 - OPEN - BLOCKED
2 - OPEN - BLOCKED
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Wednesday, October 1

5:00 a.m. - We made it to October!  Yesterday was one of the better days of the last couple of weeks.  I was able to get some things done, and then last night's volleyball match went quickly.  I hope today is a repeat of a day at ICE that is doable.  And then tonight there is no volleyball!  A longer night's sleep will be welcome.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
Jury duty October 14?
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


30 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen) - I drive; he has R1


October 
1 - OPEN - BLOCKED
2 - OPEN - BLOCKED
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Tuesday, September 30

4:42 a.m. - We made it through another Monday.  It was a 1:30 day, and it wasn't exactly smooth sailing, but we got through it.  And then volleyball last night went quickly and virtually problem free, so that was welcomed. 

Today...repeat.  It will be another 1:30 day, it will have its challenges, and then we'll have volleyball again.  Just keep swimming.  If we get past this weekend, we'll have a lot of camping for the rest of the month.

In domestic news, the government is headed to a government shutdown.  It would be nice to say it's surprising.  It's not surprising.

Things for School 

• pick up ICE apparel at Breedloves
• 105 N. Tremont St
  Kewanee, IL 61443
  9-5p Mon-Fri
  9-1p Sat
• update attendance each week in SDS - completed through 9/30
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

call rodeo park - called 319-372-7700 - left message for Oct. 9-19
• check for $179 works fine....
refill prescriptions - made call 9/30 - can pick up after Thursday
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 4 p.m.
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page






OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0
October
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Monday, September 29

6:09 a.m. - Yesterday was tiring but productive I guess.  We got the camper back from the campground and what amounted to at least a little time in the camper away from the house.  Then I worked on the yard.  Then we had to get Shawn's trailer to Orion.  That left an opportunity to watch the Bears pull off a surprising victory and then a little Sunday Night Football before going to bed.

Today is a 1:30 heat early release day - at the end of September.  Sheesh.  Maybe it's a good thing, because I'm expecting a mess of a day.  And then we get to go work volleyball.  Oh what a lovely week ahead it will be that will then be followed by a long weekend for Karrigan's wedding.  Just keep swimming.

Things for School 

• file the pics from the Mercer County Historical Society
• update attendance each week in SDS
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

complete beginning of the month bills and mail out
Jury duty October 14?
view and accept Joe's games
refill prescriptions
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


29 - at AlWood VB - 5 p.m. - He drives; I have R1
30 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen) - I drive; he has R1


October 
1 - OPEN - BLOCKED
2 - OPEN - BLOCKED
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED

Saturday, September 27

10:08 a.m. - Yesterday was a fitting end to a long week, but there were some wins.  We did get the certificate assembly out, and there were pictures of it on our newsletter.  While one meeting I was not looking forward to was canceled; another meeting I was not looking forward to did take place, and it got completed.  Now I have more work to do as consequence of that meeting's completion, but that's the way it goes.  

The good news is that I got the camper over to West Lake.  Even though I'm home now completing this entry, I did get to spend some time at the campground doing campground things.  Now I have to get to Aledo to watch some youth football cheerleader, and then I will get back to the campground.  Next week is going to be another long week, so getting some campground time in will be meaningful.

Things for School 

• update attendance each week in SDS
• Sept. 26 - 
• Carmen's Birthday - 28
• Oct. 22 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Jan. 28 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.
• Feb. 25 -  PTO meeting at TRE at 6 p.m.
• Mar 25 - PTO meeting at ICE at 6 p.m.
• Apr 22 - PTO meeting at Andalusia 6 p.m.

OTHER THINGS

Jury duty October 14?
view and accept Joe's games
refill prescriptions
get camper slide wiper seal fixed
spray weeds on fence lines
a hood light switch for the Ford
Oct. 3 - Be in Orion with trailer by 12:30
Oct. 23 - 8 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
October 30 - 8:45 Hussein knee follow-up at Moline
Jan. 29 - 11 a.m. - Milan Optical
July 5-12/13 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK)
• The Embers Glamping and RV Resort - https://www.theembersbranson.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22413650638&gbraid=0AAAAA-MKpE7Umfs76tSTLd5GpHFKiJBqR&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIl-Wk-fjJjwMV1FR_AB36uTxMEAAYASAAEgJbrvD_BwE
• $70 per night

Things To Do for History Page
• What/Where is South Buffalo Prairie School and for that matter West Buffalo School and East Taylor Ridge School?  ugh.
• Friday Tidbit on the RR History Network Page




OFFICIATING/UMPIRING UPCOMING
travel plans link - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aZaC-Olm0joMLoIUC2kF1wG5XoEIwNAQjJkc37bKbhI/edit?tab=t.0


29 - at AlWood VB - 5 p.m. - He drives; I have R1
30 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen) - I drive; he has R1


October 
1 - OPEN - BLOCKED
2 - OPEN - BLOCKED
3-4 BLOCKED -Karrigan's Wedding
5 - SUNDAY
6 - at United VB - 5 p.m.
7 - at Galesburg VB - 5 p.m.
8 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
9 - Take camper to Fort Madison after school and hopefully get a spot.
9-13 - BLOCKED - SUNDAY/Columbus Day Weekend
14 - BLOCKED - BOE Meeting 6:30 p.m.
15 - at ROWVA VB - 5 p.m.
16 - at MonRose VB - 6 p.m. (no freshmen)
17-18 BLOCKED
19 - SUNDAY
20 - at Sherrard JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
21 - at Sherrard VB - 5 p.m.
22 - at Merco JH GBK - 5:30 p.m.
23 - at Rockridge VB - 5 p.m.
24 - 26 - BLOCKED/SUNDAY - Last weekend of camping.
10/27-11/10 - BLOCKED