Beginning radio silence

[greatbear]

Jeff and I had a fairly productive weekend. There were a few things needing to be dealt with that required some running around at the end of the week, some stuff mailed out, trips to the credit unions, etc. But I think I got most of it all under control.

Saturday I did what anyone about to have major surgery on their back would do.

I split a one-third cord of firewood. X-D

Having a splitter made this doable. I sat on one of the logs, and had a little (dis)assembly line going. None of this stuff was big, maybe 24 inches in diameter at best. I tossed to pieces into wheelbarrows that Jeff would take to the woodshed and stack. Jeff did some mowing of the lawn and weeding of flower beds, which looks great. I did some tinkering in the garage. I noticed that the battery on the big tiller was toast. It was six years old, so it was time, I guess. I'm wondering about the battery in the tractor. It came out of the wrecked Dodge Shadow in '00. What did not enter my mind was how long the battery was in the car before. No dates on the battery itself, and it was the one which replaced the original, so it might have been 4-5 years old prior to that. It's still going strong, and still load tests well. Not bad for a 72 month AC-Delco aftermarket battery.

I wanted to change the oil in Jeff's truck for a while now, it's been sitting down at the garage for a couple weeks. The battery was dead in that when I wanted to move it on Saturday, and the charger did nothing to revive it. Another dead battery. So, Jeff and I went out today to run errands as well as to now buy a pair of batteries. Great timing. The truck is all done, Jeff has his own vehicle once again.

While out and about, we stopped into the new Performance Bicycle store that opened up nearby a month ago. Lots of nice rides. I'm thinking that once I heal up, Jeff and I will treat ourselves to a pair of new bikes, and do a lot more riding. But first, I need some repairs of my own.

Monday is the big day. WIith luck, you should hear from me in a day or two. I'll have Jeff keep people informed.

Cheers!

Comments

[theoctothorpe.livejournal.com]

Much love. I am sure I'm not the only one who will be thinking about you.

[putzmeisterbear.livejournal.com]

Sending positive thoughts your way. (Yea I know... How California is that?)

[franklanguage.livejournal.com]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery; you'll feel a lot better when this is done.

[furrbear.livejournal.com]

Hugs (only as tight as comfy), speedy recovery wishes, don't be quiet too long, Bubba.

[tbrough.livejournal.com]

Big back luvin' hugs.

[maxauburn.livejournal.com]

I wish you success. *ULTRA-GENTLE-HUGS*!

[ciddyguy.livejournal.com]

Good luck Phil with this surgery.

I just hope it does the trick for ya.

Hugs!

[beastbriskett.livejournal.com]

You'll be in my thoughts on Monday. And the rest of the week.
Crossing fingers that they do a great job!

[clintswan.livejournal.com]

break a leg

[jkusters]

Best of luck, sir. I'll be thinking of you!

[growler-south.livejournal.com]

Good luck handsome! Hope the upgrades go well.

[furr-a-bruin.livejournal.com]

Best 'o luck with the knife in the back! *grin*

[liftinmoose.livejournal.com]

Wow you are the toughest man alive... What's Monday? Hear from you soon.,, I am holding my breath... I'm telling you!

[mrdreamjeans.livejournal.com]

I'll be thinking of you and wishing for the best possible outcome!

Big HUGS!

[notdefined.livejournal.com]

The best to you Phil. I won't say luck because the surgeons are far too skilled to insult that way. So may the angels guard you.

Hugs,
Tom

Speedy recovery

[disccub.livejournal.com]

First, I want to thank you for all your support when I have been going through some crap. By the time you read this, your surgery will be complete. In any event, I send out gentle hugs and positive vibes to you.

I wish you a speedy recovery.

[msclwolf.livejournal.com]

will wait patiently for your return, in the meantime all the best to you both for what is to follow (hugs)

[merlinwon.livejournal.com]

You're in my thoughts!!

<3
XoX

[rcfozzie.livejournal.com]

Thinking of you and wishing a speedy recovery.

[ricksf.livejournal.com]

Your silence will be, as they say, deafening. And hopefully quite brief.

[budmassey.livejournal.com]

Have you lost your mind?

[bygbrat.livejournal.com]

i hope that your recovery is speedy.

thinking of you.
hugs!

[detailbear.livejournal.com]

Try to act atypical for you and relax after the surgery. :-) Read a book or two. Nap. Watch movies.

HUGS (upper body only)