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in Flanders' Fields

Another week has passed on the shore of Lake Superior in my home town, and we have moved into November! There is still no snow here, but they keep threatening us! The daily highs keep struggling into the positive numbers, so we are able to enjoy getting out for walks. Wendy has had several medical appointments this week with followup on her cataract surgery, and further consideration of her ongoing cough and congestion. The lens replacement seems to be working out well. She is now scheduled for chest x-rays next week to further investigate her cough. She was also prescribed another puffer, but I keep hearing her coughing and clearing her throat! Our choir practice was cancelled this week as our director has contracted Covid. We hope she recovers quickly, and in addition, we continue our diligence toward safe practice in our various interactions. I had a short curling practice one day. It went okay, but my back and legs complained a lot the next couple of days. I will try again to see if I can build up my capacity. The spinal surgeon encouraged me to give it a try, and I am! The colder weather makes for shorter sessions in the shop, and all glue-ups have to be done in the house. Wendy is encouraging me to add heating capacity to the shop, but I hesitate to spend so much money on a hobby. Besides, what with our new shingles, fascia, soffits, eavestrough, windows and doors we have pretty much tapped out our funding for this year. I have begun deliberations and the search for our next vehicle. We'd like another SUV, but hope to try out a PHEV. The markets have enjoyed a wonderfully green week with major gains on all indices. The USA economic data noted continued strong growth, but with inflation dropping—thanks Uncle Joe. Our economic data was not as strong, but we were encouraged by our major partner doing so well. The World Series ended quickly as Texas won 4-1 despite my choosing them! The football playoffs began today with Montreal and BC advancing to the conference finals next weekend. I'm cheering for BC and Toronto to win those, while expecting Winnipeg to win it all (Just so Tom knows how to bet!). The PanContinental curling championships ran this week. Our teams advanced to the playoffs, but Einarson lost the bronze medal game, while Gushue won the gold medal on the men's side. In hockey, the Leafs are holding their heads above water, while Pens and Oilers continue to lose—only the Pens won tonight! In college football, #7-Texas were surprisingly tested by KSU, and were lucky to escape with the win. #9-Sooners played their in-state rivals in Stillwater for a final time and took the loss. The exhibition season is over in basketball, so I'm looking forward to the distraction of KU basketball beginning next week—Rock Chalk Jay Hawk! 

Erica writes, "Last weekend Eric and I hung out in Saskatoon. It was a good, if tiring, weekend. Who would have thought talking to people would be so much work? The majority of people we talked to had not heard of Lipedema—we need to get the word out. This week, we were busy with last minute items for the Rotary fundraiser. The event is Saturday night, and should be a classy evening with a wonderful meal, live entertainment and some artists. With that, practising for playing keyboard on Sunday, and Eric running to Saskatoon to pick up our meat box for the month, it’s been a full day. We are looking forward to some quiet time on Sunday."

Erin is feeling much better now and we're glad to hear that. Taylor Toyota has chosen her replacement, so Erin is fully engaged in training her. She expects this will take some months. Thereafter, she will be able to begin her new job at Taylor Volkswagen. Kristian continues with his regular schedule at school and youth group. Next week, he is set to start curling with a couple of practice sessions scheduled. 

Travis and Joanna are very busy with PuckShots photography. They have initiated a new partnership with a photography firm in town which should ease their workload in the longer term, but at start up there always seem to be a few other issues to solve! Minnie had another vet visit; she is on new meds. 

And that's about enough for this week.