Good early evening GH. It is just past 6:00 PM in "The City," and our current temperature is 19°. We have had snow on and off all day, and the piles continue to grow. If I am reading the extended forecast correctly, the month should end in the thirties. All of that assumes that the already voluminous snow piles don't drag the temperatures down. One can only hope.

We are well below the averages for temperature, but well above the average for snowfall. Personally, I have had enough. I bet that the people who use Mulligan's Hollow for snow boarding wouldn't agree. But like pizza, that's a personal preference. If what I saw the other say was accurate, one meteorologist thinks we may see the Great Lakes with a 90% ice cover. That is good news for the lake levels, but not such good news for the Grand River. We will probably see some serious flooding as spring begins and continues. I am ready, the man-cave is water proofed for the coming floods. Like it or not, the snow will melt and then water will invade the man-cave. I have everything up off the floor and the wet/dry vacuum is ready to take on all comers. The dehumidifier will get a workout too.

Yesterday, Mary and I went to the Post for that "Celebration of Life," and the crowds were testament to the love that the people feel for Sally. Her daughters, grandsons, and myriad friends were on hand to offer her condolences. The ladies of the auxiliary made food and everyone had a great time. Maybe that wasn't exactly the plan, but Mary and I agree, that a "Celebration of Life" is better than a traditional wake and funeral. I hope that Sally took comfort from the outpouring of support.

After we left the Post, we walked up and down Washington Avenue to view the "Frozen in Time" actors. I didn't take any pictures, but Mary did and you can see them on her recent blog. As for us, by the time we had walked the length of Washington, we too were frozen, just not in time.

We came home, had a few drinks and watched some TV on the Hallmark Channel. Predictable sure, but enjoyable none the less. Finally at about 11:00 PM, I was ready for bed. I slept the whole night through and that's why no blog until now.

Sunset was at 6:06 PM today. I just finished playing my guitar, Ivy, for about 30 - 45 minutes. My shoulder ached some, but I loved it. If I can, I'll make it to the Irish Jam on Saturday. According to the recent announcement it may be an abbreviated session, but that may make it something that I can do. I have to be sure to check the time with the coordinator. He won't be there because he has a plan to go to Kazoo to see a flute/whistle virtuoso. As a flute/whistle player, he wouldn't miss it for anything. Too far for me to travel yet. But next year, maybe.

That seems about enough for now. Ciao.