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Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Tuesday, July 7

6:05 a.m. - Yesterday's highlight was driving to Matherville to visit with Laura Hozak and her husband.  She had a lot of information she wanted to share and donate about The Reynolds Press as well as artifacts from Reynolds High School.  It was a lot of fun, and there are a bunch of items to digest and determine how to use.  After that, I went back to IC Elementary and checked on Mrs. Olson and the work she was doing with her Pre-K classroom.  I've got a feeling Pre-K is going to occupy a lot of my time this coming school year.  I need to finish off some accounting stuff from the 25-26 school year and then drop off the information to the business office at the district office.  Then it was back home for a bit before going to Matherville and watching softball.  And at the end of the night, USA lost to Belgium in the World Cup.  Now I'll have to pick another team to route for. 

Today I'm going to Tipton to finally drop off a couple artifacts that belong with their historical society.  Then it's back to the office.  Then I'm not sure what will be featured for the day.

Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Monday, July 6, 2026

Monday, July 6

5:14 a.m. - Yesterday featured Caleb's birthday party.  Mom joined Amber and me in driving down to Fort Madison to help him celebrate.  He sure seemed to enjoy it.  We stopped by the casino on our way back and slipped some coin in the slot machines - no winners.  It was a long day, and we got back around 9 p.m. - just in time to watch the second half of England getting a World Cup win over Mexico.  Earlier in the day I did get in my hour of exercise, but I ate too much food throughout the day.  I really need to get to slimming down.  Too much of my life involves eating just to be social or to be appreciative of others that have made food for a meal.  

Today I'm headed to Matherville to meet with someone who has some Rockridge History artifacts.  Then I'm going to he to the IC Elementary office.  I hope it's a quiet day.  Tonight, USA plays Belgium.  


Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Sunday, July 5, 2026

Sunday, July 5, 2026

5:44 a.m. - Yesterday was July 4th, which is bittersweet for me.  Even though, we'll be going on vacation at the end of the month, July 4th seems to point towards the end of summer vacation.  June is winding down, but July is winding up towards August and the first day of school, which is mid-August.  

The day started out with Amber and I riding to Shawn's to sit and chat for a bit.  He and Tony were having what apparently is a traditional cigar, but we also saw Tucker and Carrie (and Mary and Chloe).  Once back home, we tried to prep for the party.  Amber invited friends and family to have a pool day and have some food - burgers, brats, and the fixings.  The pool didn't cooperate very well as the rains the night before caused the pool motor to not be operational.  We made the best of it by using the robot and surging ahead.  I started cooking on the grill around noon, and we ended up with a house full of folks.  The sun did eventually arrive and stayed for a nice afternoon for pool time. After everyone left, we cleaned up all the stuff around the pool and in the house and watched television until we went to bed.  

Today....I think the only thing official is Caleb's party, which is at 5 p.m. in Fort Madison.  Mom is going to go with us, and we'll be stopping by the casino on the way home, I'm sure.  I do need to get my exercise in today, but I'm not sure how.   


Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Saturday, July 4, 2026

July 4th, 2026 - 250th Independence Day

6:31 a.m. - Yesterday was a good day.  I got my 60-minute exercise in, and then it was time for yard work.  I mowed the yard, and then I was motivated to work on the landscaping near the pool.  So I trimmed the bushes a little and pulled some weeds.  And then I and Amber got in a little pool time before getting ready to go to Karrigan's house.  We spent some time with Karrigan, Michael, and Kollyns, as well as Jenny and Dan - Michael's parents.  We did get a little ride on their golf cart around Orion before the weather hit.  We were thinking about watching the lighted parade as well as the fireworks, but the storms put a kabosh on all of that.  

So today...well, I did get confirmation that the pool motor isn't going to work during a rainstorm.  The breaker blew at some point, and when I tried to restart it today, it blew again.  There has to be some type of problem with the line running from the house to the pump.  I need to get an electrician - perhaps Tyler can give me some help with it.  

We are supposed to have a 4th of July get together - not sure when that is supposed to start, but I hope the rain holds off, and I hope the ground dries enough, and I hope the breaker will operate.  Tonight?  I'm not sure.  I think I am going to give my legs a break from the 60-minute exercise streak I've had. 

It seems like I should be more excited about the 250th Anniversary of the USA, but then I have to see DJT all over - Mount Rushmore, Washington D.C., and all over the news.  Trump's effort to make this year's July 4th about his birthday and his presidency and his ego just taints the holiday for me a bit.  He put out a tweet with his profile next to the presidents at Mount Rushmore, and I about gagged.

Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Friday, July 3, 2026

Friday, July 3

5:16 a.m. - There was another good day yesterday.  I got the north-south ditch done!  And it was a battle.  The weeds were thick down the middle, and I had my rubber boots on because there was a lot of standing water.  I still have a little whacking I want to get done in the back yard, but that's going to be a lost cause.  I'm going to have to end up using the power sickle back there if/when I'm ever to get back there.

Yesterday I kept the streak going and got in an hour-long walk.  The leg continues to gain strength, but I still have a lot of stiffness in my left calf.  Now I'm starting to wonder if it's ever going to improve.  At IC Elementary, I was able to play around with Google My Maps and create a digital map of all the schools that were in the area since the vote for the Rockridge School District.  It's not completely accurate, but it's a start, and folks in the history group seem to like it.  

After getting back home after IC, I chilled out in the air conditioning before we headed to Brooklyn's and Brinley's softball game.  And I capped off the night watching some soccer.   

Today is a holiday from work!  By work, of course I mean work at IC Elementary.  There are still some to-do projects here at home.  I'd like to mow the yard again, and Amber wants me to work on the sand that is in the pool.  I'm not certain what the problem is, but maybe I purchased too fine of sand for our filter.  I still want to get in some exercise, and I think this morning it will be a bike ride, and perhaps a little strength training in the basement.  I'd like to spray some weeds too, as I got some spraying done yesterday.  I think tonight we are headed to Orion to watch fireworks...not sure what is happening other than that.  As I say often, though, something will likely find me.

Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Thursday, July 2, 2026

Thursday, July 2 - Happy Birthday Caleb!

5:29 a.m. - Yesterday was productive.  I got in a bike ride, and I'm learning more about how to make the bike make me work harder.  For years, I told Amber that I didn't want an e-bike because I wanted the work that bicycling offers without the "pedal assist" or "throttle" that comes with e-bikes.  And the truth is that if a person just wants to ride and not work, that e-bikes can be the answer.  On the other hand, by being strategic with the pedal assist - using it only when necessary at the right gear and staying away from the throttle feature - the ride can be very challenging and a little more fun by allowing a person to go places that he/she may not have done because of hills or headwind.  This situation helps provide more fun!  After riding, I got back to the weed whacking project and got some more done.  Unfortunately I have a little more to do this morning.  After the ride and the work, I went to the office for a bit.  I was able to accomplish more things off the to-do list.  When I got back home, Amber and some girls and my mom were swimming, so I just stayed in house.  Later, Amber and I went to Brinley's and Brooklyn's softball game, and then I finished the night watching USA men's soccer winning over Bosnia-Herzogovenia.  (I never knew that red cards meant ejection without a replacement.)

The big news today is that it's Caleb's birthday.  I'll have to give him a Facebook video call today.  Other things to accomplish today?  Who knows....like always, something will find me.

Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Get items from Laura Hozak - July 6 - 10 a.m. -- 11 4th Ave., Matherville
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Wednesday, July 1

5:18 a.m. - Just when I thought staff changes at IC Elementary were done for the summer....nope!  I was informed last night of two changes that will take place - emails in the evening.  Just one more year...get through it...just keep swimming.  

Yesterday was another hot day, and the morning forecast is showing that the rest of the week and weekend will continue the high heat.  I did try to get some weed wacking done, and I was able to get some done before it just became too hot, and I needed to stop.  I'm just not as young as I once was.  I'll try to get more of it done today.  Amber wants me to spray weeds, but days that feature winds don't make that very doable.  She also wants me to vacuum the pool, so maybe that's something I can get to today.

Things to do for School

  • periodically add to the RR group history report
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Make a post on RR History page using Bill's photos
  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Tuesday, June 30

5:25 a.m. - Yesterday was productive for a Monday.  I went for a bike ride for an hour to extend my hour long exercise days to two!  I then went to the office at IC Elementary, but I was asked to close it to anyone else as the temps and humidity is causing the building's floors - especially the east end - to sweat badly creating a slipping risk.  I did get some things checked off my to-do list, which was good before heading back home and getting in the pool to beat the heat.  The Harrisons were already hear, and Kollyns and Amber were about ready to head out the door, and my mom and Mary arrived too.  I guess Jack and Rhonda had already been here and gone, so it wasn't really a pool party, just a chance for everyone to experience the pool with its new liner.   I did consider weed whacking, but in the end I decided I didn't want to do it in the hot temperatures, so I wimped out.  I opted instead for watching some World Cup soccer, and I think I'm finally figuring out more about the rules.  Paraguay beat Germany in a penalty kick shootout, which was exciting.  Then Morocco beat Netherlands in a penalty kick shootout too, but I fell to sleep before the end of that one.  

Today should be a "rinse and repeat" of yesterday.  Maybe I'll have the toughness to do some week whacking.  Or as what is usually the case, something unexpected will find me that needs completion.

Things to do for School

  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Launch "the document" on July 1
  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Monday, June 29, 2026

Monday, June 29

5:23 a.m. - Yesterday was a lot of work, as I figured it would be.  I wanted to get that work in, though, before all this heat arrived, which has arrived today.  I did get in an hour long walk in the morning with the sticks, and it was hard on my left ankle.  I don't know if I can walk an hour today on that ankle, but I need to try.  I could go with a bike ride, but there is a strong wind today, although wind is not as much of a factor with the e-bike.  

Also yesterday, I worked on the yard, getting it mowed, and then the big job was tackling the garage.  I moved a shelving unit and a closet to the front of the garage and reorganized a lot of stuff, to help free up some space on the sides of the garage.  This effort also allowed me to a chance to sweep the floor.  

After all that was done, I threw on some jeans to go visit mom and dad and get some hay down.  I thought maybe I would work on weeds when I got home, but I didn't have the energy left to attempt that.

And on to today...back to work.  I'm not sure how much I will get done today, but I will give it a whirl.  According to the forecast for weather, the heat will be near or at 100 degrees each day this week.  I tried to contact Carmen yesterday to see if she wanted to bring Caleb and come swim, but I wasn't able to reach her.  If she doesn't appear, I'll be working on the weeds in the ditch as I try to once again reclaim the backyard.   

Things to do for School

  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Call Jenny at 180 563-349-7582
  • Make a post on RR History page using Bill's photos
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able - six months from surgery - December
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:45 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
  • Dec. 4 - 7:50 a.m. Riverside Dentistry 
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Sunday, June 28, 2026

Sunday, June 28

6:14 a.m.  - My working cash is usually not this low, but now it is.  Not only will medical payments drop my funds, my inability to run keeps me from officiating basketball or umpiring softball, which usually supplements my income.  I'm going to have to try to pinch some pennies for awhile.  I'm wondering about pulling out some softball umpiring equipment too, but I'd really like my left knee to be a little stronger.  (And umpiring youth sports doesn't sound very appealing.)

Yesterday wasn't as productive as I was hoping, but it had some good moments.  First, we got the pool up and running.  For now, the pool motor is running, and the heater is running, so the pool should be ready to go today.  I think a few folks got in the water yesterday, but the temp wasn't yet up to the 82 degrees that I would prefer, at a minimum. I haven't checked the pool yet this morning, so I hope everything is still running. 

Also yesterday was my last day of checking in with Shawn's house.  I haven't officially heard they are back yet, but I assume they are.  Yesterday was also Luke's last baseball game, and not only Kollyns came home with us, but also Luke, Brinley, and Brooklyn, which meant I wasn't going to be able to mow the yard.  So it was indoors watching kids shows and grabbing a salad for lunch before Kourtney, Jack, Rhonda, Darrin, and Kenzie arrived for a supper of Adolf's.  I didn't sleep the greatest last night because  I ate too much.  

Today if the weather clears up, I'd like to work on the yard.  Currently it appears to be raining, so it might be awhile before I'm able to get to that.  I do need to write some bills that need to go out.  And I need to work on the garage to try to organize that in order to get my car with a place to park.  I'd also like to get some exercise in today.  And as any other day, something will likely find me.  

Things to do for School

  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Make a post on RR History page using Bill's photos
  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Saturday, June 27, 2026

Saturday, June 27

5;43 a.m. - Yesterday was busy.  We got up at the campground and made some breakfast, but before that I was up around 4 a.m. as the sun was coming up to get to the house and check out the pool water level.  After that I went to Shawn's house to complete the morning check-in.  After breakfast at the camper, it was pull-out time - and while I don't like pull-out day normally, it's always easier if I've had a while to be at the campground.  Getting the camper back next to the house was also a little less stressful now that Bob helped me with the fence that is between our houses.  Plus the weather held off the rain that was possibly in the area.  So the camper is parked now.

I was really tired after the early morning and camper work, so I chilled out for a bit.  Pete the Pool Guy and his crew arrived to finish up the installation of the new liner, so I talked with them.  Then it was a little more time in the house while the water continued to fill the pool.  then Amber and I picked up Kollyns, Jack, and Rhonda and went to watch the Harrison girls play softball.  After that, we checked on the Strachan home again one the way back home and then watched some television before going to bed.  

Even in the summer time, days are busy.

And today?  I know Luke has a baseball game, and then I know Kourtney is arriving from Florida while she spends the week at the John Deere Classic.  The pool is also going to need some work, as the water level will reach the right level to make the attempt to get the pump running - which is always an adventure.  Keep your fingers crossed.  I'll take all the luck I can get.

Things to do for School

  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Make a post on RR History page using Bill's photos
  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Friday, June 26, 2026

Friday, June 26 - Pull Out Day

5:54 a.m. - Yesterday was eventful.  First, I had an appointment with Dr. Hussein for my most recently repaired knee, and he said things are looking good and that I'm way ahead of where I was on the first knee - something I was pleasantly already aware of.  As I was heading to my appointment, I saw Pete the Pool Guy pulling into Edgington, which was a good sight to see.  When I returned from my appointment, Pete's crew was hard at work - they had already torn out the old liner and were repairing the existing pool frame to prepare for the new liner.  I didn't realize that the side of the pool is actually metal, and the bottom of the pool is all cement.  I also didn't realize that toads dig holes in the edges of the bottom of the pool in that cement.  The crew working said the area under the liner actually was in "pretty good shape" which was good to hear.  There was also discussion about the light and the electricity that is wired to the pump, so there may be some additional work that needs to be done.  So overnight, we had a hose from the back hydrant and a hose from the front hydrant working to fill the pool with water.  In the late afternoon and evening, Amber and I went back to the camper for one last night.  I burned the rest of the firewood, and Amber and I watched the latest Avatar movie.  (I've never really enjoyed those movies like other people do, and this one is really no exception.)

I didn't sleep very well last night thinking about pull out day here at the campground as well as the pool at home, so I got up early before 5 a.m. and headed out in the truck to check on the pool.  That all checked out, and I took a little time to take care of Bella's morning needs.  Then I went to Shawn's house to do my morning supervision job, and all of that was okay too.  (I'm looking forward to Shawn and Mary returning home, so I don't need to monitor that anymore.)

I think today, then, will start with some breakfast here at the campground before I put the Blackstone back in the camper.  And then I'll work on getting the Eagle all packed up to take back home.  It's always a little stressful getting the camper placed back at home next to the house, but maybe today will be different.  First, I hope the rain holds off, and second, I'm going to try Bob's idea to remove some fence prior to backing the camper up and in.  

After that...I'm sure there were be unloading things to complete at home, and then I don't know what is on the schedule.  I think Amber said the Harrison girls have a game tonight.

Things to do for School

  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Make a post on RR History page using Bill's photos
  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Thursday, June 25, 2026

Thursday, June 25

7:34 a.m. - Yesterday I drove to Fort Madison and got to spend some time with Carmen and Caleb.  We went to breakfast at the Colony, and Carmen was able to eat some breakfast and keep it down.  Then we went back to the house, and I helped set up the "water park" which was an inflatable pool that actually was a challenge.  Then I stopped by the casino in Burlington for a about an hour and then headed back.  After a couple hours with Kollyns and Amber, Amber was headed out, and I was headed to Shawn's when Pete the Pool Guy appeared.  So I spoke with him for a bit, then went to Shawn's, then went back home and waited for the sump pump to drain the pool, then went to the campground for a quiet night.  

So now I'm up early, picked up around the camper and did some dishes, got home to check on things there, went to Shawn's to take care of his pool and check the house, and now am going to get cleaned up to go to see Dr. Hussain.  After that, I don't know what is going to happen.  I just hope Pete the Pool Guy gets here and installs that dang pool liner and we are working on filling the pool by the end of the day.

Things to do for School

  • June 17-25 - ICE closed for waxing
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Pay beginning of month bills
  • PGet items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Aug. 27 - 7:30 a.m. - Appointment with Hussain at ORA Moline
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
    • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
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Wednesday, June 24, 2026

Wednesday, June 24

5:42 a.m. - Yesterday was a good day.  In the morning, I had my first attempt at campfire coffee, and it was a bit of a battle, but it was okay.  I think I could have had more coffee grounds, and I learned that the fire is a challenging first part of the process.  If there aren't any hot coals left from the night before, then starting a new fire is a requirement, and then the fire needs to be a good fit for the coffee pot.  After coffee, Amber went home, and that gave me a chance to try a ski walk and bike ride.  I did both, which was good for the knee.  I need to start a daily effort of getting in more exercise now.  After that, I cleaned up and went to have lunch with Chase.  It was nice to see him.  We didn't have any breakthrough moments, and there weren't any serious conversations.  I don't know what the future holds or what Chase sees for his future.  I just know it was nice to spend some time with him.

On my way home, I stopped for diesel.  I needed to start fueling up, and $200 later, the truck's tanks still aren't full.  Getting a total fill-up with the truck certainly is hard on the wallet.  I made my way back to the campground to drop off the firewood and then head to the house.  I wasn't sure the weather was going to cooperate, but I was able to get the yard mowed - a good task to get out of the way that should get me through to the weekend before having to do it again.  Then I came back to the camper to have some supper and a campfire.  I finished off some leftovers in the fridge, and then mom came over for some campfire time.  It was another beautiful night for campfire chat.  

And on to today.  I'm going to head down to Fort Madison this morning to visit with  the Hoenigs.  Then I'm not sure what the rest of the day is going to be.  I will head to Shawn's to check on his place, but other than that, I just don't know.  I was supposed to have my last physical therapy session this morning, but I got a call to change the time to the afternoon, but I didn't want to do that.  With that in mind, I just canceled, so no more physical therapy is scheduled.  I'll see Dr. Hussain tomorrow, and then ORA should be in my rear view mirror for awhile.

 Things to do for School

  • June 17-25 - ICE closed for waxing
  • periodically check on mail at post office
  • update attendance each week in SDS
  • send any IEP notices to Mrs. Saey

OTHER THINGS

  • Get items from Laura Hozak
  • Kamp Komfort - campground for  weekend if July 10-11
  • schedule dentist appointment when able
  • use Dick's gift certificate
  • a hood light switch for the Ford
  • June 19-20 - camping at Haven Hills
  • June 20-27 - Shawn GONE - check on the house
  • June 25 - 9:25 a.m. - ORA appt with Hussein
  • July 10 - 7 p.m. - Shawn's ceremony in Bloomington.
  • July 19-27 - Trip to Branson, MO (and Strawberry, AK) https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D3BB0_IuwRs0WDKqm1Euor9WUH84SeF1DIwKi7OWeS4/edit?tab=t.0
  • July 28 - Bus Refresher Course
  • Nov. 5 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    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

    Knee Surgery Dates Completed
    • March 11 - 10:25 a.m. - ORA Moline - Consult
    • April 1 - 1:45 p.m. - ORA Moline - MRI
    • April 9 - Walk in labs at Tr
    • April 15 - Dr. Wang pre-op physical (surgical clearance) 8:45 a.m.
    • April 28 - 9:40 a.m. at ORA Silvis
    • April 30 - 10 a.m. - Milan Optical
    • May 4 - surgery on left knee at Trinity Moline
    • May 5- returned home from hospital
    • May 6 - home recovery
    • May 7 - home recovery
    • May 8 - home recovery - visited ICE for about an hour - 9-10 a.m.
    • May 13 - 8:45 a.m. Post-Op Appt Hussein
    • May 15 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 18 - noon - ORA PT
    • May 20 - 8 a.m. - with Brandon; 9:20 - ORA PT
    • May 22 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 26 - 3:20 p.m. - ORA PT
    • May 27 - 9 a.m. - ORA PT
    • May 29 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 1 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 3 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 5 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 8 - 9:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 10 - 8:40 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 12 - 8:20 a.m. - ORA PT
    • June 16 - 10:20 a.m. - ORA
    • June 24 - 9:00 a.m. - ORA PT- Cancelled
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