Hectic Spring

It seemed like a long wait for Winter to end, but Spring arrived right on schedule. Unfortunately the thermometer didn't jump up to pleasant numbers to enjoy some early beach time, but those days will arrive soon enough. It is time to contemplate an escape to some warm, sunny location, and lots of time has been spent snooping for a package that will fit the budget. Such an adventure seems to extend the enjoyment of the warmer seasons. The perfect deal is just waiting to be discovered, whether it be the Sunbelt or some Caribbean destination. I have grabbed a bargain before, with as little as 6 days out to travel.

                          Sand in the toes with a Giant Margarita on a Caribbean beach sounds alluring.

With an outstanding beach right at our doorstep on Lake Michigan, there is no reason to travel in the summer. The season is treated like a 3 month vacation, with more time at the beach than work or home! There are ample events and activities all season to entertain people of all ages. I just finished updating my non-commercial web page with the extensive list of events for 2013. You can check it out at: Michigan City Events 2013 Stop by for some fun, you may accidentally spot the "King of the Beach".

                                                Sunny days: get there early, stay for sunset.

The local Genealogy message board gets posts from people seeking help in their research. Will respond if there is something I can do for them, such as look up an obit, cemetery questions, or just a tip on who/where to make a contact. God knows, I've begged for help at times too. The simple effort makes one feel good.

Another chore developed when my boss started a cleaning spree, dragging out multitudes of old stuff he had stashed away. Yikes!! Vintage electronic test equipment, and ancient computers. I suddenly became the Ebay representative. Photos had to be taken, descriptions of items, then posting the item on Ebay, dealing and communicating with buyers, packing and shipping the stuff. Fun, but it is a time consuming job, performing the tasks in between normal work activities. We're finally getting down to the end of the pile.
While in the mood, I dragged out my own old Commodore Computer system to put up for sale. 2 computers, monitors, disk drive, printer, cables, books, manuals, software. What a pile of junk. Time to get rid of this stuff. Buyers aren't paying a lot, so we'll see what happens.

Digging thru household items seems to negate any effort claimed to be "cleaning". The result is merely moving things from one location to another, creating more piles of "STUFF"!! The trick seems to lie in being able to GET RID of the STUFF. One is tempted to just close their eyes, and pitch it.

Lots of time was also passed by getting an AUTO-CAD program on my home computer. That takes, and will continue to take, many hours of learning how to be partially efficient at using it advantageously.With practice, I may be able to perform some simple designs at work. Only sporadic use, I may never become fully proficient with it. Just another challenging opportunity to keep the brain waves active, and out of mischief.

Today seems perfect for a quick jaunt to the thrift shops, discount houses, and surplus stores. Nothing specific in mind for shopping, but might spot an item for a buck. Enjoy your weekend. And since my blogging is so sporadic, have a Happy Easter. Thanks for stopping by.