Cops
I like to watch the various police shows on TV. One thing the police seem to ask after they list the offense(s) to the crook is the officer will say, “Okay?” I’m still waiting for some bad guy to answer, “Heck no, it’s NOT okay!”
Springfield Armory, Inc.
As most know, this company is no longer at their old location (W. Main St.). Every once in awhile I hear that their old location may become a military museum. I, for one, think that would be awesome.
Above Ceiling, Now Floor Ceiling
I have a small room which I call the “Military Room.” Some years ago a neighbor and I put a suspended ceiling in the room. The other day I opened the door and found the ceiling had caved in landing on the floor. Through the years I stored items in the suspended ceiling. Stupid, yes! At my age I can’t do the repair work. I heard there is a fellow named, “Gavrin J.” but his phone is disconnected. I might have his first name spelled wrong. It’s always something isn’t it?
Two Nice Days
I had all my fishing gear, except for ice fishing, stowed away for the winter. Who would have thought we’d have two warm December days in a row. So, Gary Dahlquist, Geneseo, called me to see if I wanted to go fishing on a private lake. We fished on those two warm days, the 7th and 8th. I didn’t think we’d do very good, but gosh, we caught a lot of bass and crappies. Glad I was wrong! They were not slab crappies (12” or more), but very decent size. Those were my two best days of fishing in 2023. The question now is, do we try to sneak one more day of fishing in much colder temps? Yes, is the answer. Sometime this week. I fished mostly using minnows and Gary used some lures, waxies, nibblets and minnows. I think we could have thrown in the kitchen sink and they still would be caught!
Bargain Ice Fishing Hut
If you are looking for an almost (used once) new 4 man Frabil ice fishing hut, Chris Weisser, Geneseo, has one for sale. Frabil makes excellent ice fishing products. Chris sent me some photos of the hut and it looks in great condition. His phone number is: 309-944-1230.
Go, Cyclones!
A great men’s basketball game a few weeks ago between the Hawkeyes and and the Iowa State “Cyclones!” The final score was 90 to 65. They are still undefeated as of this writing. The Hawkeyes still hold more wins in the state rivalry. And how ‘bout those Bears beating the Lions? Their next opponents are the Browns, Cardinals, Falcons and ending the season with the Packers.
Where Ought Thou Farm Bill?
The 2023 farm bill will be enacted later than intended. Progress within the Senate and House agriculture committees was stalled by disagreements over raising reference prices, an expensive step, and arguments whether to divert some of the bonus $20 billion that was earmarked for USDA conservation programs in the 2022 climate law. The consequences of action are high.
Geneseo Christmas Walk
Once again, this popular event was great last Saturday. Our Civil War campfire had lots of folks warming themselves and learning about the Civil War. I always like to talk to the visitors and was surprised so many were from Rock Island and Davenport. The parade and lighting of the Christmas tree was neat. Hopefully the downtown merchants did well, too.
Humor
What do you get when you cross a pig with a parrot? Ans: A bird that hogs the conversation.
What animal has more lives than a cat? Ans: A frog.
What do you get when you cross Lassie with a rose? Ans: A collie flower.