Life in the Treasure Valley!

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Such An Unfortunate Turn of Events. It Was anyone's Game Until 10 Seconds l

My Pistons lost ending their 13 game winning streak. I so wanted them to get the franchise record. But it was not to be! Alas, it's time to start a new win streak. Today my nutcracker tablecloth and matching napkins arrived. They are so adorable. I also purchased a snowflake table cloth to put on my... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, November 25, 2025

Cranky Sprockets is Downsizing! Necessary, But a Bit Painful!

For several years I had a bicycle shop. I dubbed it Cranky Sprockets! I bought bike both new and used, tuned them up and gave them to kids who were underserved. Two boys who were refugees from Ethiopia got two of the first bikes I gave away. They were such darling kiddos! I loved them to no end. At... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, November 24, 2025

Quiet Day In Treasure Valley!

+==+==+==+==+==+==+==+===+++===+++==+==+======+====+===+ My Boise State Broncos lost a tough one to USC in the Southeast Maui Invitational. There were at least 14 lead changes and for most of the second half the game was a three point spread. A tough loss but they are still a very good team. I truly... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, November 23, 2025

Forevermore! What A Game, A Real Nailbiter Into Overtime!

Jake Bates, kicker for the Lions, nailed a 59 yard field goal to tie the game in the final minute of regulation today. Jahmyr Gibbs ran for 69 yard touchdown in overtime to put the Lions up by a score of 34-27. Aiden Hutchinson sacked Giants quarterback Winston on a fourth down play to seal the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Saturday is for Sports! My Teams Had A Great Day!

I spent all day cleaning my house. I was trying to get everything done before Jessica and Chris come tomorrow. I simply ran of of gas so to speak. I did get a lot done. I'm going to do a few things tonight when my games finish. At least that's my plan sitting here writn my blog post! My Red Wings... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, November 21, 2025

I Think I Would Have Liked to Have Passed on T.G.I.F. Today!

Jessica had a color today, so I stayed home. I had planned to continue decorating and I did somewhat. When I take all the items from the living, dining room plus the kitchen I put them in either banker boxes or boxes from Amazon purchases. Then I just pile them on the floor in guest bedroom. The... Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, November 20, 2025

All's Quiet in the Western Desert of Idaho!

Today was a very serene day. Even though overcast it got up to 49 F, but it still felt chilly. After my daughter finished her last appointment she said, "I forgot to tell you that you're in the appointment book for a haircut!" Hilarious. I never push her for a haircut and just let her decide when to... Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, November 19, 2025

A Slow Day in the Valley of Treasure!

I did a bit more on the decorating. One of my pictures is a dash crooked and it's driving me nuts. I have to wait until Saturday when Jessica and Chris come over. They are putting the lights on my house and setting up my main Christmas tree. I don't know if they will have time to put the lights on... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, November 18, 2025

A Little More Decorating

I continue to decorate. I wish I could say I was almost done, but I'm not! I have the kitchen to do. I put my Winterberry snowman sled and salt/pepper shakers out so far. LOL! I did get the nativities out. I bought a shelf to replace the cd cabinet and that's decorated now. The wall by the front is... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, November 17, 2025

My Brother’s Selfishness is causing a Rift in the Family!

I believe I touched on this a week or so ago. My brother sent me a text on November 3 rd, he wanted to see if my daughter, son-in-law and my oldest son could come to his house on Christmas Eve. He said he knew it was kind of breaking tradition. I’ve held a Christmas Eve gathering for 43 consecutive... Sign in to see full entry.

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