The scheduled showing of 888 was cancelled for some unknown reason, so nothing has progressed today. It was a huge disappointment, but at least I'm not nervous now.
Monday, June 24, 2013
Welcome to Disappointment
The prospects of today made me very, very excited and nervous. Beccy was to show us a condo in the place I like the best, with everything on the main floor. It was really something to look forward to, and I was so, so nervous and excited. Well...The condo had almost everything we wanted...almost. The living quarters were very tight, cramped and small. The bedrooms looked very nice, until you noticed that both of the beds were double beds. The real deal breaker was the basement. It was unfinished and dark, with just one window, no walkout. I must say that the garage was beautiful, but how much time does one spend in the garage?
The scheduled showing of 888 was cancelled for some unknown reason, so nothing has progressed today. It was a huge disappointment, but at least I'm not nervous now.
The scheduled showing of 888 was cancelled for some unknown reason, so nothing has progressed today. It was a huge disappointment, but at least I'm not nervous now.
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Happy Anniversary to Us
Today is our 56th wedding anniversary.
Couldn't find an anniversary greeting that showed a couple in a Jeep!
We spent our anniversary at the Are You Geocacher Enough road rally in Roscommon. We found many, many caches today, getting very, very dusty in the process! Stayed in a motel in Houghton Lake with a really good shower :)
| 06/23/2013 | basswoodbend attended  Are You Geocacher Enough? Road Rally 2013 | Michigan | Visit Log | |
 | 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found  Trestle Junction | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Gladwin County Field Trial Area | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Butman Township Cemetery | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Lake Four | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Dunham Lake Special | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Kick it in the Sticks | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found  MLT Ogemaw Springs | Michigan | Visit Log |
| 06/22/2013 | basswoodbend found Dow Estates |
Thursday, June 13, 2013
AMS
Kelly and Sidney of Assisted Moving Services came today and packed up a multitude of boxes.
Dick sorted out the books on the living room bookshelf, and he also worked on the geocaching stuff downstairs. I did some picture and scrapbooking sorting downstairs also.
They took away the boxes for things that we are donating. The things that we want to keep are stacked up in the gray barn.
Today my bedroom looks empty - no pictures, books or collectible boxes!
The dining room bookshelves are void of books - what a lot of sorting and packing. They took all of the electronics that were in the dining room too.
They also worked downstairs, rearranging things for the picture-taking next week. It was a lot of hard work, and next week they'll be back for more.
Lark Lawn called to tell us the tractor is fixed and ready to be picked up. We hopped in the Jeep, hooked up the trailer and picked it up, and then Dick mowed part of the yard that's been bugging him.
Monday they'll be bringing along more muscle to move the treadmill and the stationery bike.
We have a busy weekend coming up - tomorrow Dick works at the Visitor Center, and I'll be home with the garage door opener people. Our opener broke on last Tuesday when we came home from the gym.
Saturday we're having lunch with my high school friend Freda. She lives on Whidbey Island in the State of Washington. Her step-mother died recently and wanted some of her ashes scattered in the Bay. We're meeting her for lunch at Amical.
Sunday we're volunteering for the MEA-R at the Parade of Homes. The house we'll be at is in Glen Arbor.
Monday we'll be looking at condos with our agent Beccy - we're hoping to find one that we really like in a good location.
Tuesday is the meeting of the MEA-R at the offices on Barlow St.
Wednesday we'll probably do more sorting!
Dick sorted out the books on the living room bookshelf, and he also worked on the geocaching stuff downstairs. I did some picture and scrapbooking sorting downstairs also.
They took away the boxes for things that we are donating. The things that we want to keep are stacked up in the gray barn.
Today my bedroom looks empty - no pictures, books or collectible boxes!
The dining room bookshelves are void of books - what a lot of sorting and packing. They took all of the electronics that were in the dining room too.
They also worked downstairs, rearranging things for the picture-taking next week. It was a lot of hard work, and next week they'll be back for more.
Lark Lawn called to tell us the tractor is fixed and ready to be picked up. We hopped in the Jeep, hooked up the trailer and picked it up, and then Dick mowed part of the yard that's been bugging him.
Monday they'll be bringing along more muscle to move the treadmill and the stationery bike.
We have a busy weekend coming up - tomorrow Dick works at the Visitor Center, and I'll be home with the garage door opener people. Our opener broke on last Tuesday when we came home from the gym.
Saturday we're having lunch with my high school friend Freda. She lives on Whidbey Island in the State of Washington. Her step-mother died recently and wanted some of her ashes scattered in the Bay. We're meeting her for lunch at Amical.
Sunday we're volunteering for the MEA-R at the Parade of Homes. The house we'll be at is in Glen Arbor.
Monday we'll be looking at condos with our agent Beccy - we're hoping to find one that we really like in a good location.
Tuesday is the meeting of the MEA-R at the offices on Barlow St.
Wednesday we'll probably do more sorting!
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Mr. Appliance and Ex-Cookbook Collection
The refrigerator repairman came to fix the fan motor. We sat around and waited for him - he was an hour and a half late!
While we were waiting, I sorted through my collection of cook books - what to keep, what to donate, what to sell, what to pitch. Whew, that's a lot of books! So the dining room table is stacked high with books, and Kelly will be here tomorrow to deal with them all.
So the cookbooks are sorted and the fridge is fixed.
While we were waiting, I sorted through my collection of cook books - what to keep, what to donate, what to sell, what to pitch. Whew, that's a lot of books! So the dining room table is stacked high with books, and Kelly will be here tomorrow to deal with them all.
So the cookbooks are sorted and the fridge is fixed.
Saturday, June 08, 2013
Unexpected Pleasures
You could have knocked me over with a feather when I saw this post today. Such memories it brought back of good old Belleville and Edgemont School! Chris was a delightful boy, very bright and polite. He was in my second grade class the year that his parents divorced, and it was a very sad time for him. He stayed on top of his school work, and was one of the best students in the class.
- Evelyn M. Larabell I don't know the people in the pix, but since I'm writing to you, I wanted to thank you for the part you had in my son's success. You had him during such a major critical part of his life. Your efforts with him did not go unnoticed nor unappreciated. He's now 34, married, expecting a son in Sept., is a programmer for Bosch Corp. and happily married. Thank you sooooooo much for all you did for him! Sincerely, Ev. P.S. How are you and Dick doing?????
Nancy Steiger Wow, Ev - I just noticed your post - guess I'm not much of a regular. Thank you for your kind, kind words! It's wonderful to hear about how well Chris is doing - and you get to be a Grandma! You have to realize that Chris came with built in abilities and qualities which I am sure he got from your careful parenting. Dick and I are fine here in Traverse City. Some days are creakier than others, but we are generally doing well. I wish the same for you. Thanks again for your thoughtfulness. N.Kelly came this morning to tour the property and get an idea of what needs to be done to get the house ready. She seems capable of helping us with a successful transition. I think that we will work well together.***************Thinking of Tim and Susie today. Susie's Dad's funeral was this morning.
Friday, June 07, 2013
Chip is Home; Farewell Wayne
Chip is home from the hospital! Laurie says he is really feeling too chipper - he keeps forgetting the walker he's supposed to be using. All seems well - I know he's glad to be home with Nurse Laurie.
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My cousin Wayne has passed away. I actually knew Wayne's siblings better than I knew him,.
Jack, Lavona, and Juanita were much closer to my age. Jack was always my favorite cousin, and Juanita actually lived in Belleville for a while - and I had her daughter Linda in my second grade class at one point! I knew him, of course, just not as well. His family is devastated - his nieces thought the world of him and will miss him terribly. Another sad time for another great family.
KANITZ, Wayne Williams - Age 86, of Fenton, died Thursday, June 6, 2013.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, June 10, 2013 at Hartland United Methodist Church, 10300 Maple Road, Hartland. Rev. Ray Lanning officiating. Visitation will be held at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd, Fenton Sunday from 1-4 and 5-8 PM and at church Monday from 10:00 AM until time of service.
In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Wayne W. Kanitz Memorial Fund. Wayne was born August 3, 1926 in Lincoln Park, the son of Elby and Lela (Williams) Kanitz.
He was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army. He married Marcella Vivian Fleck September 29, 1950 in Milan. A proud soldier and golden gloves champ, Wayne served in the Army from 1945 until 1948 in the occupation force of Germany after WWII. An accomplished athlete , and community advocate, Wayne enjoyed making wooden toys for children and served on the board at Hartland United Methodist Church.
He retired with 30 years of service at the Milford GM Proving Grounds and had been retired for 32 years. Loving husband to Marcella V. (Fleck) Kanitz; father of James (Sherrie) , Howard, and Ken (Vivian); grandfather of 11 grandchildren, 2 of whom preceded him in death, Lori Michelle Kanitz and Ryan James Bucco.
From a family of 10, Wayne is survived by sisters, Juanita Mason and Lavona Dennison; brother, Jack Kanitz; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers and sisters. Online tributes may be posted on the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.
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My cousin Wayne has passed away. I actually knew Wayne's siblings better than I knew him,.
Jack, Lavona, and Juanita were much closer to my age. Jack was always my favorite cousin, and Juanita actually lived in Belleville for a while - and I had her daughter Linda in my second grade class at one point! I knew him, of course, just not as well. His family is devastated - his nieces thought the world of him and will miss him terribly. Another sad time for another great family.
KANITZ, Wayne Williams - Age 86, of Fenton, died Thursday, June 6, 2013.
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Monday, June 10, 2013 at Hartland United Methodist Church, 10300 Maple Road, Hartland. Rev. Ray Lanning officiating. Visitation will be held at Sharp Funeral Homes, Fenton Chapel, 1000 Silver Lake Rd, Fenton Sunday from 1-4 and 5-8 PM and at church Monday from 10:00 AM until time of service.
In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to the Wayne W. Kanitz Memorial Fund. Wayne was born August 3, 1926 in Lincoln Park, the son of Elby and Lela (Williams) Kanitz.
He was a veteran of WWII serving in the U.S. Army. He married Marcella Vivian Fleck September 29, 1950 in Milan. A proud soldier and golden gloves champ, Wayne served in the Army from 1945 until 1948 in the occupation force of Germany after WWII. An accomplished athlete , and community advocate, Wayne enjoyed making wooden toys for children and served on the board at Hartland United Methodist Church.
He retired with 30 years of service at the Milford GM Proving Grounds and had been retired for 32 years. Loving husband to Marcella V. (Fleck) Kanitz; father of James (Sherrie) , Howard, and Ken (Vivian); grandfather of 11 grandchildren, 2 of whom preceded him in death, Lori Michelle Kanitz and Ryan James Bucco.
From a family of 10, Wayne is survived by sisters, Juanita Mason and Lavona Dennison; brother, Jack Kanitz; he is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers and sisters. Online tributes may be posted on the obituaries page at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.
Wednesday, June 05, 2013
Beccy the Realtor
We've taken the first step toward eventually selling our river house. This whole process will be highly charged emotionally for both of us, but we realize that right now is a good time to get it done.
Today we met with Beccy, who is going to be listing our property. We took her on a tour of the whole house, and a golf cart ride around the whole property. She seems to be a real people person, enthusiastic, hard-working, and energetic. I think she will do her best to help us.
She'll be coming back next Tuesday to tell us what we need to do on our end to prepare the house to be sold.
We are both a little freaked out by what lies ahead. Saturday morning Kelly is coming to help us get started downsizing and organizing all of our multitudinous "stuff". I'm counting on her to be very helpful.
Chip is doing very well after surgery:
Meanwhile, in the Keys, Dylan is enjoying living on the beach with Tucker, et.al.
Today we met with Beccy, who is going to be listing our property. We took her on a tour of the whole house, and a golf cart ride around the whole property. She seems to be a real people person, enthusiastic, hard-working, and energetic. I think she will do her best to help us.
She'll be coming back next Tuesday to tell us what we need to do on our end to prepare the house to be sold.
We are both a little freaked out by what lies ahead. Saturday morning Kelly is coming to help us get started downsizing and organizing all of our multitudinous "stuff". I'm counting on her to be very helpful.
Chip is doing very well after surgery:
Meanwhile, in the Keys, Dylan is enjoying living on the beach with Tucker, et.al.
Tuesday, June 04, 2013
Chip the Patient
Today Chip is having hip replacement surgery at the Jupiter Medical Center. He seems anxious to have it done, because he has been having a lot of discomfort from it. We are wishing him all good things and great results.
Workout at the MCHC Geezer Workout Gym (Vital Step).
Breakfast at the Omelette Shoppe
Cheryl our housekeeper came for the first time since we got back from Florida. Yay.
Dinner at Rico's
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| Chip feeling not so bad after surgery! |
Workout at the MCHC Geezer Workout Gym (Vital Step).
Breakfast at the Omelette Shoppe
Cheryl our housekeeper came for the first time since we got back from Florida. Yay.
Dinner at Rico's
Monday, June 03, 2013
Lucky Dylan! (But Sad Times in Coldwater)
Dylan's friend Tucker and his family have rented a place in the Keys for a month. The parents invited Tucker's friends to come down and join them for the first week. So Dylan's first great summer experience is a vacation in the Keys! They plan on tubing, kayaking, and who knows what all. What a nice opportunity for Dylan!
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Susie and Tim have been worried about her Dad for months now. They spent weeks and weeks with him in Florida this winter. His death is not a surprise, but as we all know, expected or unexpected, it's still the hardest thing.
We sympathize with Tim and Susie.
In Memory of
Paul R. Metters
June 5, 1922 - June 2, 2013
Obituary
Paul R. Metters, 90, of Coldwater, died Sunday, June 2, 2013 at his home. He was born in Ithaca, MI on June 5, 1922 to Harry and Grace (Dickerson) Metters. He graduated from Ithaca High School in 1939.
During World War II he served in the U. S. Army in North Africa, Italy and the Philippines. On May 3, 1946 he married Anne Feichtenbiner in Ithaca. They moved to Coldwater in 1962. Paul worked in the mobile home industry for 40 years and retired in 1982 as a Vice President of Redman Industries. After retiring Paul and Anne spent the winters in Lakeland, FL. Paul was a member and elder of the First Presbyterian Church in Ithaca and Coldwater. He enjoyed electronics, playing cards, golfing, gardening, cooking and helping his family and friends. Paul is survived by his brother; Lovell (Linda) Metters, his four children; Jerry (Vicky) Metters, Joseph Metters, Susie (Tim) Swedine and Peter (Cheryl) Metters, 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Paul was preceded in death by his wife, parents and two sisters; Thelma Stahl and Ruth Harrison. Visitation for Paul Metters will be held on Friday, June 7, 2013 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Coldwater. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. Rene' Whitaker of the First Presbyterian Church in Coldwater officiating. Memorial contributions may be directed to CHC Home Health Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association. |
Sunday, June 02, 2013
The 3 Hour Breakfast
We got together this morning with Chris and Dennis at Harrington's by the Bay for breakfast. We were there for three hours, so it's a good thing they weren't very busy. I think that all of the sinners were at church ;)
Jim called about Geraldine Biddicome from Big Rapids who remembers Dad and is a member of Jim's church. He had thought that she was one of our babysitters from 1936 to 1941, but after he talked to her to her this morning, we're not so sure. Anyway, she's a blast from the past either way.
Jim called about Geraldine Biddicome from Big Rapids who remembers Dad and is a member of Jim's church. He had thought that she was one of our babysitters from 1936 to 1941, but after he talked to her to her this morning, we're not so sure. Anyway, she's a blast from the past either way.
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