Monthly Archives: April 2010

With days stringing together, I moved to a day off today.  This weekend will be busy, and then a few days of seminar, and back to a busy week.

So, I washed down our house, took the car in for repairs, fixed a bike pump and painted a sign.  All that in the midst of regular life!

And that was enjoyment for the day.  Along with a “coffee break” with a friend, Unfortunate family news from another friend, and a time with my wife. 

All’s well . . . and may this night be one of rest and peace!

Today was a dental checkup and cleaning.  The teeth now feel great and look even better.

In preparation, I was asked to take some antibiotics.  Two years ago I had total knee replacements.  The possibility of infection is a possibility, particularly in the first two years.

So, I was given a prescription.  At the pharmacy I gladly accepted four pills. 

The instruction was to take four pills one hour prior to the appointment.  I faithfully followed the instructions and downed the pills with water right on time.

And as the pills are sliding down my throat I suddenly ask myself – “Is this penicillin based?” With names that are used, you are never quite sure what the base is for the medication. 

I googled the prescription name.  My fears were quickly overcome.  The prescription would not cause an allergic reaction!

And so, I confidently entered my dental appointment!

What fun!

Slo Pitch is a sport which I have never really played before.  I was given a page of rules prior to this evening’s game.  I read (skimmed) most of them.

That came back to haunt me! 

In one inning I ran when I should have held.  I another, I touched home on the wrong plate.  In another I . . .

This was our first outing as a team.  In fact, we were still introducing ourselves to each other as we began to play.

Amazingly we had some great plays.  And also some real flukes!  In the end, the beer league other team were quite happy with their win.  We laughed along with them.

And the Rocky end may yet come.  We may meet them in the finals.

Or not!

I guess I’d better go read the rules!

There is a certain anticipation when a group holds a potluck.

You’re not sure what will turn up.  A few years ago our church potlucks had such things as Kentucky Fried Chicken, salads, cheesecake.

Then the vista of the offerings changes.  Everytime!

Today’s was more pasta oriented – with a great bowl of hotdogs there to entice the kids.  Of course, the hotdogs were all gone, and the bean casserole with sausage was almost finished off.  Then, over at  the dessert table there was cake and a berry crisp, along with other delectables.

One of our church kids calls considers this the ultimate meal.  I would tend to agree.

Next up – Church Picnic on June 13th!  That will be something you won’t want to miss!