Latin (tem-pu̇s-ˈfü-git): Time Flies
Three days ago the enemy penetrated our perimeter defenses for the second time. He was located hiding in a water reservoir. After a short skirmish, the enemy was extracted and left on the side of the road, presumed dead. After this incursion it was necessary to fortify the perimeter with IEDs (improvised entrapment devices). Two Read More …
But there was no Bullwinkle, just Rocky. We’re watching the CBC National news on TV and there is a clatter in the cottage. We think there is something on the deck, but no, it’s in the house, and it’s a squirrel. He’s trying to get at the chocolate cake and in the process he’s knocked Read More …
Early morning Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo I was up sort of early this morning, not quite early enough to catch the sunrise, but definitely some nice calm quiet time to do some reading down a the dock. I’m currently reading Waking the Dead: The Glory of a Heart Fully Alive by John Eldredge and Read More …
This morning after doing a little reading at the dock while enjoying a light breakfast, I paddled over to Hay Island to investigate the shoreline and see what’s happening on this part of the lake. Yesterday, on our walk to the point, Shirley and I discovered that there had been some activity with the power Read More …
What are you looking at?!Originally uploaded by Big Dadoo It’s Sunday and we’ve slept in and had a late brunch. I think today will just be about doing a few odd jobs around the cottage and taking is easy. Having a nap on the dock sounds like an excellent possibility. Shirley and I took a Read More …
It’s the day after the wedding and we’re taking it easy around the house. Gail and Gord are staying with us and we’re reflecting on yesterdays activities and catching up on family news over a couple of cups of coffee. After breakfast we head out to the lake. Gail and Gord are returning a rental Read More …
The Rings by Big Dadoo (More photos) Friday July 11th, 2008 Scott and Mandi are married. The day was quite wonderful, the bride was radiant, lovely and always smiling and the groom was beaming with love for his bride. The weather cooperated and while it rained in the morning, it was dry for the photos Read More …
My normal answer until today was no. In fact it was a little worse thatno, I’d ignore the person, as if they didn’t exist. I’d just walk onby, perhaps I’d shake my head, but generally I’d not speak to them oracknowledge them in any serious way. If you walk around in any majorcity, you will Read More …
Flat Changing CompetitionOriginally uploaded by Big Dadoo My Stats Distance 93.80km Average speed 31.80 km/hr Max Speed 57.4 km/hr Ride Time 2:54:50 A good ride again today after missing last weeks ride since we were at the lake. Today was the annual picnic, so there was great food and drink post-ride. Conditions were windy and Read More …
FOG RidersOriginally uploaded by Big Dadoo My Stats Distance 107.32 km Average speed 30.05 km/hr Max Speed 49.8 km/hr Ride Time 3:20:12 Today’s ride was a little longer that typical due to taking the Cooks Creek route option. The weather was very fine with temperatures in the mid-20s and a clear sky for the ride Read More …