Solo/Ensembles at Poland H.S., Feb.14, 2009

My daughter participated in a alto solo and two ensembles yesterday at Poland High School. She did a wonderful job and I am so proud of her.

More Snow and Freezing Temperatures

Everyone is getting sick of the snow and it is only January. I hate to see what my gas bill is going to be for this month.

Even patrons are not coming out to the library in this weather. We have a lot of walkers in the area. Freezing temperatures are keeping them away. The elderly do not want to come out in case they fall on the icy sidewalks.

Is it too early to "Think Spring"? I am looking forward to the days when I can be out on my front porch reading a good book, drinking an iced tea and watching and smelling the flowers growing.

January 10, 2009 Snow

It was a terrible commute this morning to work. The major highways - like Rt. 224 and Rt. 165 were snow covered. The road crews were out but they could not keep up with the snow falling down. I got stuck a few times on Rt. 165 but managed to get to work a few minutes late, although I left earlier for work.

The library was not busy at all - most normal people stayed home. In fact, the local new reporters told everyone, if you did not have to go out - don't. Unfortunately, all of our libraries were open and the employees had to report to work.

At 5:30 p.m. it was dark - and the evening commute was just as bad. The roads were not any better - driving in the dark on snow-covered roads is dangerous. I thank God, I did not get stuck anywhere and got home safely. It took me 45 minutes to drive home.

Last weekend - I hit a deer on the way home from work - it caused $3500 to my car. I had to pay a $250 deductible.