News Update

This week has been passed on the sunny shore of Lake Wascana, far from my hometown. The weather has been very nice, even hitting into the twenties yesterday, and I'm glad for that. I have continued to struggle with my aching back. Fortunately, I was able to find a good chiropractor, so I got a treatment on Thursday, but more recovery remains to be completed. It's too bad, as it's golfing weather, and I have my clubs along... The markets have completed a difficult month for me and I have made only sporadic progress interrupted by days of decline. The Canadian Women won the bronze medal in curling, and now the Canadian Men have begun their tournament in Switzerland. The final four in basketball runs over this weekend, and it's homecoming at Western; just too much going on! Dad has continued to make progress, and after his consultation with his doctor on Friday, we are hoping this will bring an uptick in his therapy. Wendy keeps busy caring for all of us. Rich and Dave are pushing forward with basement renovations. 

Eric/A and the boys continue with life in Kenora. Liam has been busy developing library shelving. Eric/A try to keep up! 

Erin and Kristian are holding down the fort at home. Kristian bumped heads with another child at day care producing a nosebleed and some bruising. 

Trav's team lost out in the playoffs, but certainly had a fine season winning the league, as well as a tournament in Minnesota. His Penguins are getting ready for the NHL playoffs with Captain Crosby back and playing well. Joanna keeps busy with work and kids. 

And that's about it for this week. 

News Update

Another week has passed and I have moved from the shore of Lake Superior to the shore of Lake Wascana. I damaged my back last weekend, so that continues to bother me. I had three treatments from my chiropractor this week that has provided some relief, but the schedule of my trip to Regina precluded the completion of treatment, so I continue to be somewhat disabled. It is too bad, as golf courses are opening in TBay! I finally got my newly rebuilt smile, but my mouth is still adjusting to the new partial plate, so I'm not smiling so much! The markets have been troubled again, mostly by concerns about what the growth level will be in China as it is a major engine of the world economy these days. As a result, I lost value this week, but still remain up on the month. Dad has moved to Wascana for further rehabilitation, but the program there has not developed as well as we would like—maybe we need to get some more asterisks on the chart! Wendy has come down with a cold, and we hope that will be over soon. I've been following the Women's Curling championship, but Canada has lost in the playoffs so will be playing for the bronze medal tomorrow. Now I get a week off before the Men's Championship begins. This weekend, I've been watching and participating as the NDP elected a new leader, Tom Mulcair.

Eric/A and the boys had a great time in Mexico and have now returned both tired and rested! The highlight for Erica and Liam was deep sea fishing, for Eric it was horseback riding, and for Haaken it was the buffet! While they were gone, the snow left—they don't miss it, but it has revealed work that must be done in preparation for Spring.

Erin and Kristian remain in TBay taking care of things at home. Things are going well, although Erin suffered one day off due to a migraine headache. They are glad of the warm weather that lets them play in the backyard.

Trav and Joanna keep busy with work. Trav's hockey team is into the playoffs now; they won their first game 5-0, and hope to finish off that round on Sunday. He is also keeping up with the Penguins who are challenging for top spot and have their captain back playing again.

And that's about it for this week.

News Update

Another week has passed on the shore of Lake Superior in my hometown. The weather has continued to be beautiful and we're enjoying getting outside for back yard play and picnics. Wendy's dad continues to make great progress, and she has decided she can come home for a while. I have one more appointment with my denturist next week and then I plan to drive out to Regina with my new teeth. The markets have reacted favourably, and I've been able to get back to my target for halfway through the month. The TSX is finally in bull territory, and I hope it continues to move upward. I've been out walking near the golf course and imagining getting on the fairways, but they're still sloppy wet as we wait for the frost to come out. March Madness began this week; I'm enjoying my annual basketball fix. There have been bigger upsets than usual, but my final four picks are still in play. The World's Women's Curling Championship has begun, so that will attract my attention as well. We opened with a win over the US. Go Canada Go!

Eric/A and crew are holidaying in Mexico this week. They seem to be enjoying their activities there from horseback riding to deep sea fishing. 

Erin and Kristian continue to help me hold down the home fort. Kristian has been off school this week, but has enjoyed several special activities with the daycare group. Erin is busy with work, but enjoyed a picnic in the backyard with Kristian today in 20° sunshine—that's pretty special for March!

Trav & Joanna were busy with work, but with the kids away over spring break, it was a bit less active than usual. Trav rejoiced this week as Crosby returned from injury to lead the Penguins who are just flying (Can Penguins fly?) with eleven straight wins. Trav is also getting his Elks team ready for the playoffs as the first round is ending. 

And that's about it for this week.

News Update

Another week has passed on the shore of Lake Superior in my home town. The weather has returned to mild, and the snow is disappearing. I have had a busy week watching curling as the men's national championship continues. Two of my favourites made the playoffs; Kevin Koe won the semi-final and will play in the final tomorrow. Jamie Koe will play in the bronze medal game. It has been a no-good-very-bad week on the markets, and I'm down a bit. Wendy is still in Regina where she and her dad celebrated birthdays this week. I had another visit with my denturist and my new partial plate is almost ready. I even had one day back driving school bus, as a regular driver took some time off. Now we're into Daylight Saving Time and Spring Break here. However, being retired, I do not get any holidays or even time off! 

Eric/A and crew are carrying on with their usual activities this week, but are off for a week of tropical holidays in Mexico over Spring Break. They are enjoying their new CRV, and wondering why it took them so long to upgrade. Eric is trying to negotiate some driving privileges; so far, he is allowed to drive slowly on the driveway, and never NEVER on a Monday. Haaken & Liam are glad to have a week off school. We hope they have a good time in Mexico with not too much heat! 

Erin and Kristian continue with their usual routines. Kristian enjoyed snowshoeing at school this week. He's continuing to progress well. He enjoys helping Grandpa make muffins and cookies, but doesn't keep up on the eating end of the program! His favourites so far have been bran muffins and banana muffins. 

Trav and Joanna keep busy with work. Trav's team is in the playoffs now, but due to finishing on top of the league had a bye in the first round. Still no action on establishing his office, although he has a pretty good set up at home. 

And that's about it for this week.

News Update

Another week has passed on the shore of Lake Superior in my hometown. It began with a big dump of snow last Sunday accompanied by high winds that produced some big drifts. It took me several hours late Sunday night to get a path cleared for Erin to get out to work. Then, I worked on Monday to clear out the rest of the driveway. As it turned out, the schools even closed out student transportation for Monday, so Erin even had to take Kristian to school. The markets have declined a bit this week, but I managed to do okay, so I'm thankful for that. Wendy remains in Regina; her dad is making progress and now he has two physio sessions each day. Once again, we have been reinforced in our understanding of the need for patient advocacy, and this is probably doubly so for older patients. The physiotherapist had no vision for dad's improvement; she felt his end goal was a wheel chair—we dream much bigger than that! The Tim Horton's Brier begins today, so I am excited for another week of curling. Only one Saskatchewan team this time, and I'm not even familiar with them; but, I also have sentimental favourites of the Koe brothers, one representing the NWT, the other, Alberta. 

Erica and Liam are here this weekend in their new Honda CRV. While the Mazda still complains a bit, they feel their vehicle problems are behind them with the arrival of the CRV and the elimination of the KIA. Eric and Haaken are enjoying a quiet weekend in Kenora. Liam has given up TV for Lent, but was distressed to find out this means he can't watch TV on the computer either! It appears his sacrifice entails watching the shows later from the PVR! 

Erin keeps busy with work and Kristian. He has had another good week, and is enjoying his weekend visitor. Erin is getting excited about the return of baseball. The first preseason game was today, with the Jays playing Pittsburgh and winning! 

Trav & Joanna are home from a fun time in Orlando, and busily back at work; Trav has been picking up lots of work, so that's good. They enjoyed Disney and Universal Studios. The Elks have finished the regular season in first place, and now move into the playoffs. His Penguins are also doing well and appear headed into the playoffs in good shape, except for their ailing captain. 

And that's about it for this week.