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Guess which is Albany's February and which is Honolulu's February

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Erin's New Jeep

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2016 Renegade…. is this new car bug catchy?

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Robin's New Car

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Rockingham Trail

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This was the easy section but after the first mile or so became rough in many sections. I was too busy navigating between rocks to look at much scenery but saw a blue heron fishing in one of the ponds. The tunnels and some bridges were brutal as they have well worn wood floors (boards layed in the worst direction), and the bolts hang down from a very low ceiling (the helmet now has its first dent). I gave up at the third tunnel and turned around. Just not that much fun.

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John Pappal, 93 of Indiana, Pa, formally of Dixonville, Pa went to be with our Lord at the Indiana Regional Medical Center Hospice care on July 22, 2015
Born on January 21, 1922 in Bakerton, PA to the late Stephen and Anastasia (Najda) Pappal. Mr. Pappal is a veteran of WWII, Army infantry and fought on the front lines in the Battle of the Bulge among other major battles. He received the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for his service. He was a patriot and proud to be an American, flying the flag at every opportunity. After 15 years in the coal mines, he worked at Greensteel Incorporation in Dixonville, until he retired in 1987. Mr. Pappal was a member of the American Legion, Clymer Pa and was the oldest member of the St John Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Dixonville, Pa where he served on the board in several capacities over the years. John had a wonderful sense of humor with a contagious laugh and a great love of Polkas and country music. He was loved by all that knew him. John enjoyed playing with his grand and great grandchildren, woodworking, jig saw puzzles and helping his wife make rugs. Mr. Pappal is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rose (Julock) Pappal; Son Samuel Pappal and wife Patricia of Hudson, NH, Daughter Rose Mary (Pappal) Jones and husband Keith of Clarksburg, PA and son Stephen Pappal of Indiana, Pa. Seven granddaughters, Erin, Adrienne, Sherilyn, Anna, Keeli, Pamela and Robin. Two great-grandsons, Paul and Evan. One brother Metro Pappal and wife Debby of Lewiston, NY, sister-in- laws Ann Pappal, Doris Pappal and Kathrene Julock Marusa. And numerous nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by five brothers, Frank Pappal, Andrew Pappal, Mike Pappal, Charles Pappal, George Pappal and one sister Mary (Pappal) Kostryk Friends will be received on Sunday, July 26 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Rairigh- Bence Funeral Home in Clymer, with a Parastas service at 7:15 p.m. Devine Liturgy will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 27 at St. John’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church, Dixonville with the Rev. George Hnatko officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. http://rbfh.net/book-of-memories/2198840/Pappal-John/obituary.php

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Sparrows

Sounds like the sparrows eggs that are making a home in the eve above Sherilyn's room have hatched.

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Humid Today

It is finally getting comfortable, with some nice hot high humidity days. I was surprised that the Benson trails were so full at 8:30 this morning. There seemed to be several breakfast picnics. I had my first minor mishap, forgetting that I was clipped in as I drove up to the garage. I don't seem to have as quick a reaction time as a few years ago as by the time I unclipped I was already tipped over. I caught the bike, so not even a scratch. No movies Happy Click Here to Read More...
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Well, Off to the Second Half of 2015

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Aunt Julia, Rest in Piece

Julia Cimbala, age 84, of North Huntingdon died June 26, 2015 at the Bristol House. She was born October 20, 1930 in Rochester Mills, Indiana County, a daughter of the late Andrew and Anna Julock. Julia was a member of St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. She loved cooking for her family, gardening, sewing and solving Sudoku puzzles. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, John P. Cimbala in 2014; brothers, Charles, John, Michael, Nicholas and Peter; sisters, Mary, Ann and Eva. She is survived by two sons John and his wife Suzie, Matthew and his wife Roxanne, three daughters, Julie Boyette and her husband Joe, Helen Dickey and her husband Tom, Lisa Hill and her husband Alan, 9 grandchildren, Nathan, Ruth, Andy, Michael, Luke, Brian, Dylan, Chelsea, Esther; and sisters, Katherine Marusa and Rose Poppal. Friends will be received at the James W. Shirley Funeral Home, 176 Clay Pike, North Huntingdon, Pa on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. A funeral mass will be held on Tuesday at 10 a.m. in St. Agnes Church, North Huntingdon. Interment in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. www.shirleyfuneralhome.com

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Mother and Aunt Deb are off to See the Band

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Mothers New Bike

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Someone's Having a Birthday Today

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Happy Birthday Evan.
Hope you have a good one!

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Ordered One of These Crosstrail Comp Disc Bikes Today

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Should probably start looking for fenders and a rack, maybe lights… water bottle, cage… getting in shape for loon…
Anyone want/need an old Columbia 10 speed with rusty wheel rims? Baby seat optional. Happy

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Robin Survives

Robin survived the brain numbing and brutal board. Massive quantities of sushi may have been consumed after. She currently knows the most she ever will about obscure diseases, so get your diagnostic requests in.
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Robin's Board Testing

Robin is taking the USMLE Step 1 test today. US medical students take Step 1 at the end of the Basic Sciences portion of the curriculum, usually after the second year of medical school. It is an eight-hour computer-based exam consisting of 322 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) divided into seven blocks each consisting of 46 questions. As of summer 2008, some questions include audio and video. Each block must be finished within an hour.

The Step 1 score is frequently used in medical residency applications as a measure of a candidate's likelihood to succeed in that particular residency (and on that specialty's board exams), and it has been cited by residency program directors as their most important criterion in selecting graduating medical students for their residency program. Averages for graduates of U.S. medical schools who matched into residency range from 213 for a Family Medicine to 249 for Plastic Surgery.

If the student passes the exam, he or she may not repeat it to achieve a higher score, and any failed attempt is permanently recorded. This "one-time deal" situation is the reason the Step 1 is unanimously viewed as the most arduous and paramount examination a medical student will ever sit during his or her entire career. It has substantial bearing on the specialties and location a residency applicant is competitive for.

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Sherilyn Runs Her First 5k

Sherilyn ran a 5k charity race today, 7.23 min/mile pace and came in 30th overall, 4th in her team, 1st in her age group.
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Moms Got a Tick Bite on her Butt

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The Dome is Back Up

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Someone's Having an Anniversary Today.

65th anniversary

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Happy Mother's Day

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Erin Gets the Clinical Information Specialist Job

The job is a new position at the hospital. Erin will be training new staff on the electronic medical record and optimizing workflows for RNs. As an aside she develops and help maintain medical systems, software applications and databases for physicians, nurses and other users. She provides technical support by answering user questions, troubleshooting glitches and system issues and documenting and escalating user questions to appropriate personnel. Besides providing phone and email support, Erin analyze and assess the performance of clinical computer systems and recommend areas that need improvements. Other duties include designing and implementing educational and clinical services programs and scheduling system upgrades.
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Happy 2nd Anniversary Erin and Josh

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Happy Birthday Aunt Rose

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Happy Birthday Grandma

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The Girls are off to See the Band Tonight

State Theater, New Brunswick NJ. Steve Winwood with Cris Jacobs opening. Wonder how many new friends they will make this trip Happy

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Brought back a little souvenir
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A Few Souvenirs and New Friends

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Lily doesn't seem impressed, however.
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Mother is Off to See the Band

The band happens to be staying at the same hotel.

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Deb convinced Mom to stay for the Friday concert in New Brunswick… they seem to love the place Happy

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Happy Earth Day

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Mom Writes a Blog

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The Birds are Stealing Strands from The Window Boxes for Nest Building Happy

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Men in the Woods Trimming Trees?

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Happy April, Who's the Fool?

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Aunt Doris is 91 Today.

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So Sad, Winsome Developed SARDS

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Mom is off on her Vacation (Plymouth NH)

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Happy Birthday Laptop Happy

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With 6-8 inches of left over snow on the ground, it just does not feel like spring has sprung

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Trash Out Early

Mom put the trash out two days early and she has much of Greeley Street following her lead Happy Click Here to Read More...
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The Last Icicle Has Fallen

With a big enough thud the cats went scurrying for cover Happy
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Aunt Ann Turns 100 Today.

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Mom Earns Her Green Belt

Just in time for St Patrick's Day
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The Missing Door is Found.

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SMAST Alumni Spotlight - Adrienne Pappal

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Bird Trap

A small bird trapped itself in the screen porch today. Muffin was enjoying the show. Dunno how it got in, there does not seem to be any holes in the screen. Since the door was frozen shut, I removed a screen panel to let her out. She thanked me as she flew away…. at least I think thats what she was saying. Happy Click Here to Read More...
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National Pancake Day Tomorrow?

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Happy March

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Dancing To Petty

It was nice seeing Mom out on the dance floor tonight, even if it was only during Tom Petty songs Happy Click Here to Read More...
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Congratulations Erin

Erin passed the Med/Surg RN certification exam! Click Here to Read More...
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18 Inch Diameter Ice Tree Growing in Hudson

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Sher Makes Some Healthy Chocolate Chip Cookies

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These are delicious Happy

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A Blue Belt in the Family, Watch out.

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Robins Gets Highest Exam Grade in Her Class

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The Power is Back on

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Winter Storm Warning

Issued at: 2:37 PM EST on November 25, 2014, expires at: 7:00 AM EST on November 27, 2014

...Winter Storm Warning in effect from 10 am Wednesday to 7 am EST Thursday... The National Weather Service in gray has issued a Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow...which is in effect from 10 am Wednesday to 7 am EST Thursday. The Winter Storm Watch is no longer in effect.

Hazard types...heavy snow.

Accumulations...snow accumulation of 6 to 10 inches...along with around a trace of ice.

Timing...snow will begin Wednesday across southern New Hampshire...and by Wednesday afternoon across the rest of New Hampshire and western Maine. Snow will become heavy for a time Wednesday evening...before tapering off early Thursday.

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Wire Down Strands Mother in Green Line Tunnel

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Kittery Outlets Road Trip, Big Sale

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Sherilyn is Blonde Again.

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Frozen

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Penny and Penny are Hanging on the Bird Feeders Today

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Happy Anniversary

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Rest in Peace Uncle John

John Cimbala is Grandma’s younger sister Julia’s husband. He had been suffering from cancer for several years.

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Happy Birthday Marc

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Somebody Has a Birthday Today?

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Happy Birthday Winsome

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The Kids are Back in Town

After seeing the show Friday, I'd have to agree, no matter how many times I scratch Red Rocks off my list, it will magically re-appear. The acoustics at Red Rocks are phenomenal, and I don't think I've heard a show with better acoustics....  where I could easily hear each individual instrument clearly...   and a venue with as much exercise thrown in as a bonus.

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The Kids are off to see the Band

First Houston, then Dallas, and then Tulsa. Next week another road trip to Denver.

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Woolbur Wins a Blue Ribon

And a second blue ribbon


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Happy 5 Year Aniversary to Mom and Her Jeep

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Mom Has a Favorite New Store

Ocean State Job Lots has opened a store where Bradlees used to be.

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The Kids are off to Philly to shop and to see the Bands

And have returned

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Someone's Got New Shoes

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The Kids are off to Hartford to see the Bands

No words can describe

Mom is glowing, Tom smiled at her and said a few words.....

And this is where it all started....

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Happy Birthday AD and Josh

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AMC Clinches Regular Season Second

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Congratulations Robin

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August 19, 2014


Robin Pappal
Class of 2017


Dear Robin:

On behalf of the Dean, the Academic Governing Council, and the Promotions Committee, we wish to extend to you congratulations for achieving Scholastic Excellence, which is awarded to the top 15% of students based on the most recently concluded year of study at Albany Medical College.

The Albany Medical College is proud of your achievement and wishes you continued success in the years ahead.


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Sherilyn Finds Another Job

She’s off looking for scrubs, starts Monday. Congratulations!!
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Rest in Peace Uncle George

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Orange Belt

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The 2014 Beach To Beacon Race

6500 racers participated:
Erin finished #3124 with a 56:35 time
Josh finished #3133 with a 56:36 time

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14 Pounds, Easy Pickin

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Happy Birthday Robin.

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Its a Super Moon Tonight

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The Adventure Begins

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Looks Like Mom's First Tomato

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Happy Summer and the Longest Day

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Tom Petty in Portland!!

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The Pool Water Seems to Feel Very Soft This Year

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Ready for the First Annual Tournament

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Pool currently at 82, almost perfect.

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Which One of the Girls is Keeping Pet Mice?

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I don’t think Evan is old enough for this yet Happy

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Video and Photo Pages are Updated with Evan's Party

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A Happy Fathers Day

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Happy Birthday Evan

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Anyone Want To See a Concert at Red Rocks, Near Denver?

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Concert is October 1, tickets on sale June 16.

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Benny and Penny Doing Fine

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Intense

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Mother Earned Her Yellow Belt Today

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Mom's Hypnotic Eye Happy

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Benny and Penny

Benny and Penny are with Wildlife Rehabilitator Maria Colby (Wings of the Dawn) and on their way to a new home in Henniker. Click Here to Read More...
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Rob Finished Year One... Yeah

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Mother is Anticipating...

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Mother's on the Edge of Her Seat

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Rubi-throated Hummingbird

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Mother Loves Her Cake

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Happy Mother's Day

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Back From a Ride

There seems to be large swarms of bugs about this year.....

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Smelling the Lumber Today

HOME DEPOT Lumber Department, The Home Depot Building Materials Warehouse Store Hardware Paint Nursery Garden Supply
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Big Gun to Flush Pipe

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Looks Like its Time for Ant Traps

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Cinco de Mayo 23

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Happy First Anniversary Josh and Erin

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Just Saw my First Mosquito of the Year.

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Petty News, Tour Coming

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Replaced a Temporary Junction Box with This Today

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Happy Spring

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Snow Fall

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Project

Did I mention how these saw guides make my life so much easier, and perhaps saves a finger or two?
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Perhaps why the Family Room has been Cold?

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Poor Robin

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Ahhh.. the Smell of Fresh Oak Sawdust

We built a bookcase today.
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A Freind Has Returned

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Who is in the Box and Why do the Cats Care?

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More Snow, no rain ....

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1.13 Miles

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Fun With Evan

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A little Snow Today

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Evan Tries the Bonker Ball

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Sherilyn Makes a Giraffe

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The Cardinal Pays a Visit

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Snow Thoughts.....

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Evan seemed intrigued by grand pap’s mustache today Happy

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Punxsutawney Phil predicts longer winter

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Comedy Night

It has been a few years since I’ve been in this gym... nothing seems to have changed.

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Muffin Returns to Albany

Muffin seems to be so happy to be back home. A great Pump House meal and beer for dinner and the Indian Buffet for lunch. We fixed a dresser drawer and Pat did the dishes. Seems she ends up doing dishes everywhere she visits. Robin displayed her usual fine hospitality
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Tools of the trade

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CW Evans Brewing and Pump Station, Albany

A fine meal and an interesting Albany building with brewery. At one time they pumped water out of the Hudson River here to supply the city.

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Year 2014 Pages Updated

More video clips and photos have been added to the Year 2014 pages (select from the menu on the left).
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Paul's First Haircut

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Love My Saw Guides

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Sher now has a Personal Trainer

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A New Fad: Boot toppers

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A Very Good Beer

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Pac Man Free

Namco Bandai’s classic PAC-MAN app has been named Apple's App of the Week, and as a result, it is available for free for the first time.
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iPhone Seven Years Old

Today marks the seventh anniversary of the introduction of the iPhone.
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Happy Birthday Losesome

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Merry Christmas

A nice time was had by all. More photos in the Y2014 Photos page
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Spring is Just Arround the Corner

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A Y2014 Video Link Added

A link to the Year 2014 video clips page is added to the menu. I’ll be throwing video clips in there from time to time.
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Nice Portland Weather

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NFL on line

CBS announced today that it will stream its full slate of NFL playoff games to PCs and tablets for the first time, beginning with a wildcard game this weekend.
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Scanner Pro Free This Week

Readdle's popular document scanning app Scanner Pro has been named Apple's app of the Week, and for the next week, it will be available from the App Store at no cost. [Direct Link]
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2013 News Archive

I’ve archived the 2013 What’s New pages. They can be viewed by clicking on the “2013 News” menu item to the left or clicking here.
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Happy New Year

Hope everyone will have a wonderful 2014. Click here or the “Year 2013 Photos” in the menu list for a collection of about 600 photos. Year 2014 photos will continue to be added to the “Year 2014 Photo” page from time to time.

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