What's everybody doing today?

[Pearl]

Our last day on vacation. Heading home today.

Sorry y'all can't stay a another week or two!! Glad you away for a bit though!!

 

[Tirediron]

My whole issue is that I ordered a 50/50 mix of stove oil and treated winter diesel to be delivered by the end of September. For some reason the (new) delivery driver decided that was too early for winter diesel, so he delivered untreated summer diesel. I ordered it early because anytime after October 1st we can get rain, cold or snow making it difficult getting the fuel truck up to our place.
I think I'm getting quality fuel, plus I have 5 filters and water separators between the tanks and the generator. Since my tanks were all full I had to drain some diesel out to make room for the stove oil. I think I need another 55 gallons of stove oil to bring it up to a 50/50 mix. Early this morning I had to go up and babysit the generator again to keep it running. I find it really infuriating that the damn truck driver took it upon himself to change my order. This has cost me a lot of unnecessary work and loss of sleep.

how about a couple of gallons of fuel conditioner and then circulate the fuel, you shouldn't be waxing off yet, unless it is a lot colder there than here. I always assume my stored fuel is summer and mix conditioner accordingly

 

[Mountain trapper]

how about a couple of gallons of fuel conditioner and then circulate the fuel, you shouldn't be waxing off yet, unless it is a lot colder there than here. I always assume my stored fuel is summer and mix conditioner accordingly

I don't have any problem with my tractor until it gets down to single didgets on regular treated diesel. But for some reason the Perkins generator is very sensitive to below freezing temps. I added some fuel additive to the small (55 gallon) day tank, didn't really help. Yesterday I added about 20 gallons of stove oil to the day tank and the generator is running good now. I don't understand why this generator is such a problem. I think next year I'll replace the Perkins with a Winco propane generator.
So far our lowest temps have only been in the teens.

 

[Mountain trapper]

Got the septic tank dug up and the drain cleared. It's snowing pretty steady out, and it's already covered the brown lake in our driveway. I'll try to get a plumber out tomorrow to check out our system.
Got the foundation beams down and started putting up the posts on my new blacksmith shop. Should be able to get the top beams up today too. It might be a week or so before I can build the trusses and get the roof sheeting up. I can frame in between the posts and put the 1×12" siding on though.

 

[Tirediron]

I don't have any problem with my tractor until it gets down to single didgets on regular treated diesel. But for some reason the Perkins generator is very sensitive to below freezing temps. I added some fuel additive to the small (55 gallon) day tank, didn't really help. Yesterday I added about 20 gallons of stove oil to the day tank and the generator is running good now. I don't understand why this generator is such a problem. I think next year I'll replace the Perkins with a Winco propane generator.
So far our lowest temps have only been in the teens.

perhaps your lift pump is weak, or the return line (rotary injection pump) is restricted, this will cause a governor drop out, and in a generator, prolly a stall.

 

[Amish Heart]

Still down to the last 4 horses from church this morning, and I won't dare let the pup have free rein till they're all gone. Counted 27 on our property this morning. Pup is on a long lead in the front yard, and has been inside a couple of times to nap and snuggle. Doing some cleanout and ready to work on kitchen backsplash again.

 

[Ekatarina]

November 17th 2024
Sunday 6.36 pm

My day was care for my babies --- Cats and Dane Girl mostly

Now its total silence in the house except
me tapping on keyboard writing this

Dinner leftovers --- chicken - coleslaw - gouda cheese
After : Earl Grey black tea with cardamom and honey


I went for a short walk on the dark road with my flashlight
Big moon ...and total silence

Tomorrow Monday ..another week is starting
32f right now and no wind

I like days and evenings like those

Enjoy your evening and night

 

[sonya123]

got everything done I planned on today, cookies are so so but then I took Otto for a hike and got about 1\8 of a mile and my heart started racing. Wow, that hasn't happened since last time I had a panic attack some years ago. But I did not have a panic attack, it just happened. Probably same problem my dad has ( arythmeia?) . I sat down on the trail and waited a few minutes and it went away. I have had my heart checked many times ( last time this spring after I got sick and went to hospital) and they never find anything
How annoying....maybe I had too much lasagna for lunch
So now I am having a glass of wine

I made husband and son promise to take care of the animals if I drop dead

 

[Pearl]

got everything done I planned on today, cookies are so so but then I took Otto for a hike and got about 1\8 of a mile and my heart started racing. Wow, that hasn't happened since last time I had a panic attack some years ago. But I did not have a panic attack, it just happened. Probably same problem my dad has ( arythmeia?) . I sat down on the trail and waited a few minutes and it went away. I have had my heart checked many times ( last time this spring after I got sick and went to hospital) and they never find anything
How annoying....maybe I had too much lasagna for lunch
So now I am having a glass of wine

I made husband and son promise to take care of the animals if I drop dead

I have an " up on my death" folder for Hubby in case.....! I really do need to outlive him! I'd be dead and have to worry things weren't getting done properly!!

 

[LadyLocust]

Well more washing of stuff. I have most of my jars in wooden crates since cardboard disintegrates when it floods. Well wood absorbs smoke in a fire. So after I scrub the crates and they dry, I am putting a coat of stain/sealer on them. They do look nicer but more time consuming. I managed to get 4 stained, two are refilled, two are drying and have two more ready to go. I also have to wash the stuff (jars) in the crates so it’s a rotation. I did get 1 of the lights scrubbed so there’s a little less of that 60s smoker vibe out there. Will continue tomorrow.
Went to church which was good.
Raining and windy. Chilly too.

 

[Tim Horton]

Lazy Sunday here at the ..Wrinkle Ranch.. senior housing..
Bright, sunny, temps 55/40F Chance of rain Monday, Tuesday then predicted 35/25F through the middle of next week..

RIP... Found out today I lost my best friend, like a big brother Gerald late last summer.. Lost him to health problems starting with ..US agent orange.. heart, and other accumulated health issues.. We had many ..adventures.. being one and anothers ..wing man.. no matter the mission.. I hated him as far as dealing with women went, at least until I finely moved away.. He was always tall, dark, handsome and good at everything he ever touched or tried.. I couldn't talk to a woman or get a date without them asking ..what is your brother up to now??.. He, I, and another friend, Marlo were the ..3 Amigos.. or holy terrors as you wish of the local sports club. Marlo was a fantastic wing shooter, Gerald was phenomenal with a rifle, luckily I was better than both with a hand gun..

Unfortunately we haven't communicated well for the last couple years or so.. That happens.. Rest easy big guy.. Going to miss you.. Don't hesitate to reach out to those close or important to you.. Keep safe..

 

[Mountain trapper]

Worked outside in the cold, snow and wind all day. Sitting next to the wood stove I'm finally getting warm, but feel like I'm coming down with something. Unless there's an emergency tomorrow I'm going to try and stay inside as much as possible.

 

[Pearl]

Sitting here, drinking coffee, listening to rain and wind! Going to work about 30 minutes later than usual, pretty sure there will be some storm damage to clean up!

 

[sonya123]

woke up really late today, husband already had his coffee and I just started mine
Today animal care and freezing kale and collards, that I didn't get to yesterday. Will probably attempt to take dog for a hike again and see if my heart does anything weird
that's about it

looked at the weather and we must be right on the edge of snow or rain since forecast for one town is snow on Thursday and Friday, and the other one just a little rain on Thursday, wind is supposed to be bad everywhere

 

[Amish Heart]

It's pouring with rain now and started last night, so animal chores will be a muddy, muddy mess. Not sure what I'll tackle today, but it'll be indoors, so we'll see.

 

[Mountain trapper]

It quit snowing sometime after midnight and cleared up, but it's supposed start snowing again later today. The forecast is for snow everyday to at least the first week of December.

 

[Spikedriver]

It's a rainy, dreary day in central Iowa. I'm on day 7 out of 11 straight days at work, and on day 14 of a stretch where I have to work 16 out of 18 days. I'm getting too old for this crap.

I'll have 8 days off after I get done with this marathon. Then, if our schedule holds up, I'll work 12/1 - 12/3 in Iowa. Then I'll have another 6 days off before showing up in North Platte for 3 1/2 days. And then I should be on vacation until Jan 8th.

I just realized that if my math is right, I'll be eligible for 4 weeks of vacation at the end of 2025. It takes 17 qualified years of service to get 4 weeks. Hard to believe I've been at this job for over 16 years now...

 

[snappy1]

Not much sleep last night and up early anyway.
Will walk first.
First load of laundry already in dryer and second one started.
Will sweep house.
Set up DH's pills for the month.
Label folders for next year.
Ready Christmas cards to mail.
Make a couple of business phone calls.
We will see how far I get with this list.

 

[snappy1]

I really do need to outlive him!

DH would have to go into a VA assisted living facility if I die first. That would be bad for him.

Unless there's an emergency tomorrow I'm going to try and stay inside as much as possible.

I hope you have no emergencies today!

 

[Snowman]

 

[Pearl]

Looks like I have the day off. My Monday couple lost electricity, large tree down on the lines in their area. Their granddaughter who lives about 20 minutes from them is going to bring them to her house after the line of storms moves through! The power company said it will be several hours! I've got minor storm clean up here to do, and PLENTY to do in the house!! I can squeeze in a quick clean for my couple in the next day or two!!

 

[Hooch]

I got alot of stuff done yesterday dispite the snow.
We got alot of snow! A few inches have melted but had it not ..it dumped maybe 7 ..
I'm not looking forward to seeing how it looks up at work.
I had a nice cozy fire going all day, I enjoyed watching my neighbors slide about trying to get up the hill in 2wheel drive. She finally got it in 4x4 mode.
Worked on a new rug too ..

I guess we're expecting more snow and rain for days..which means ice build up too..
Gah..

 

[Mountain trapper]

It'd a beautiful morning here today. There's some blue sky out right now, but I can see storm clouds moving in from the west.

 

[Lenny]

Took a 35 year old young lady to the Dollar General Store so she could do some shopping. Now I'm waiting for my house cleaning lady to come over and then I'll run away so she doesn't yell at me for being such a slob! LOL I'm going to a city council meeting this evening.

 

[Pearl]

Took a 35 year old young lady to the Dollar General Store so she could do some shopping. Now I'm waiting for my house cleaning lady to come over and then I'll run away so she doesn't yell at me for being such a slob! LOL I'm going to a city council meeting this evening.

If your cleaning lady has one of those long handled Swiffer dusters, BEWARE, they can be used as a weapon!!

 

[Morgan101]

Errand day. Doctors appointment at 7:30. All went well. Met with financial advisor at 8:00. Minor details had to be fixed. Bought a new pair of shoes, which I don't need, but this is use-it-or-lose-it insurance deductible money which expires end of year. Quick trip to the bank. Very lucky, but all of these places are five minutes from each other. Even the lunch place.

Having lunch with friends. Our bi-weekly meeting of the ROMEOS, Retired Old Men Eating Out. Mexican place today. Weather is bad, so not missing anything outdoors.

 

[old tex]

First off I wrote the stuff yesterday that I was going to do yesterday. I won't check that because I know I wasn't close. Today I took a picture (Trump - Fight) to get it framed. Now, well I'm just not motivated so I'll set the bar low. I think I'll watch a movie I started. Then maybe I'll go to Amazon & watch a few "key" Reacher episodes. (Reacher, the best show that I have seen in many a year). They "maybe" I'll move some planting soil to one of our new planters or maybe I'll adjust a shelf in a display cabinet. I probably will start, after the movie, with a nap.

 

[Bacpacker]

Had an appointment at the hospital this morning, wasn't sure what for. Turns out it was for the Echo I needed. Got that and blood work finished and out of the way. Killing an hour until time for rehab.

 

[Mountain trapper]

High temp was 26 degs today, and it's starting to snow again. Going up to work on the generator, haven't heard it start yet today.

 

[Pearl]

Big west wind after this morning's storms! My Monday couple got their power back on! They are staying at their granddaughter's for the day. A neighbor let them know about the power! I haven't done a whole lot today, more than some people do! Did a lot of little things around the house that needed doing, just haven't tackled any bigger projects!! It's SO NICE to have a day off!!