Tues 30 Sept

Bob has an MRI scheduled in Marshfield today for his prostate, so I am going to go with him for moral support. Otherwise I have a free day, so it seemed like the thing to do. Food: 8:00 am 74 g Costco cinnamon coffee cake, 105 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 29 Sept

Need to start actively trying to lose some weight again as it has been creeping up. I do remember that it's often inflated right after travel, but it was up too high before we left as well. Wonderful week at the North Shore with some of the best weather we've ever had there. There were several very foggy days in Grand Marais and along the lake, but if we drove away from the shore even a little, it cleared and was warm and sunny. Came down with a cold as soon as I arrived, but miraculously it only lasted a couple of days and didn't really impede much. First day we just walked into Grand Marais and did the shops, but after that we got nice hikes in every day. Color was good, quite full, but not spectacular. Food: 8:00 am 94 g Costco coffee cake, 111 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 21 Sept

Heading up to the North Shore this morning by way of St Paul so we can stop at Trader Joe's to take advantage of their pumpkin products. Won't get down to Madison until some time in October, and pumpkin wasn't much available in August when we were last there. Axel came up yesterday in his fancy 1995 Mazda Miata. Had a really nice visit with him and we all walked downtown to Dozynki. Not much going on outside, but we had lunch at Graffiti's with Kielbasa, sauerkraut (but not for me), pierogi, and a breadstick. It was quite delicious. Axel had trouble starting his car and he and Bob had quite a time getting the battery charged up so he could drive home. Michael and Taylor stopped over later with banana chocolate chip muffins. Drove to church as it was raining. Food: 6:00 am Vegan banana chocolate chip muffin, 96 g blackberries, coffee

Sat 20 Sept

Axel is coming today from 10-1 as he now has an afternoon commitment in Madison. Probably good to have a defined time frame. We'll all walk downtown to check out Dozynki and hopefully find something fun for lunch. Bob and I will do church this evening so we can be ready and raring to go by hopefully around 7 am since we plan to drive by route of St Paul to stop at Trader Joe's on the way up for pumpkin spice and other fall goodies. It adds about an hour to the drive, so an early start is most desirable. Food: 8:00 am 104 g Costco cinnamon pound cake, 105 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 19 Sept

Slightly cooler temps, some rain last night. We'll see what today brings. Axel is coming for a visit on Saturday. He bought a 1995 Miata last week so he can now drive up to see us. Food: 7:55 am 58 g almond kringle, 107 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 18 Sept

I will be glad when the nights are no longer too warm to sleep comfortably. I don't want it to be so cold that our neighbors without shelter are too cold, but when it's this warm in the bedroom at night, I wake frequently and have a hard time getting back to sleep. Food: 7:50 am 54 g almond kringle, 105 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 17 Sept

Getting pretty tired of this heat/humidity just going on and on. Supposed to be a bit cooler tomorrow, but we'll see. North Shore temps are predicted in low 60s, so we're hoping that is true. Food: 8:00 am Apple turnover, 106 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 16 Sept

Enjoyed choir rehearsal last night, got to sing the whole time since the music distribution was pretty well done. Free day today, and nothing but Bootstrap and gym on the agenda for the remainder of the week. Haven't seen a week like that for quite a while. Food: 7:55 am Blueberry turnover, 40 g blackberries (rest are moldy), coffee

Mon 15 Sept

Got to walk the full Schmeeckle path yesterday as they have completed the last of the boardwalk repairs and trail updates. Now we can resume our regular route when we go. Choir practice again tonight; looking forward to it. Just had a quick drop-in visit from Michael. Great way to start the day. Food: 7:55 am Blueberry turnover, 96 g blackberries, coffee

Sun 14 Sept

Didn't sleep well last night, quite restless. Cloudy day today. May try to nap later if I'm tired as a result of a poor night. Food: 7:55 am Apple turnover, 105 g blackberries, coffee

Sat 13 Sept

Walked to the Farmer's Market for carrots, potatoes, delicata, green beans. Fall harvest time is fun. Cantor this evening, and Bob ushers tomorrow so the weekend is somewhat busy. Food: 8:55 am 140 g caramel pecan roll, 104 g blackberries, coffee

Fri 12 Sept

A week of warmer temps is returning now, upper 70s and 80s. First fall is over and second summer begins. The progression of the seasons is seldom linear. Food: 7:55 am 105 g caramel pecan roll, 110 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 11 Sept

Dave is coming by this morning so we can draw up a description of the role of OBT companion and a list of training recommendations. Bootstrap this afternoon. Food: 7:55 am 106 g cinnamon roll, 105 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 10 Sept

A bit warmer again. Had a massage with Katy, but it wasn't quite as good as the first one. Maybe she just had an off day. Spanish this afternoon if I can manage not to forget. Food: 8:00 am 148 g cinnamon roll, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 9 Sept

Got the extra charge for the Lufthansa airfare settled yesterday. First choir rehearsal last night was fun; good to be back in a choir. Massage today. Food: 8:00 am 82 g cherry danish, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 8 Sept

Wonderfullong weekend in Door Co for my birthday celebration! FIKA pastries for breakfast, and more to bring home. Delicious lunches at Chef's Hat, Al's, and the Cornerstone Pub in Bailey's Harbor. Two fun guided hikes at the Ridges, one nighttime and one morning with Jane. Visited Seaquist and Wood Orchard for some early harvest apples. Overall good fun. Tonight we start with the Apostle's Choir at HSP. Food: 7:50 am 80 g cherry danish, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Thurs 4 Sept

Today I am a septagenarian. Oh, my. Word of the day on the calendar was "ramshackle". Gee, thanks. Heading to Door Co with a stop for lemon ricotta pancakes in Appleton. Will try to get to Fika before they close at 1:30. Dinner at CHOP at 5:00. Staying for the first time at Lullabi-Inn. Food: 7:30 am Large apple danish, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Wed 3 Sept

Last day of my 60s, then onward. Another not overly committed day, though I will go to video Body Pump this morning. Will also do clothing laundry today and pack for Door Co. Food: 7:55 am Cinnamon lingonberry roll, 109 g blackberries, coffee

Tues 2 Sept

Nice hike at Rib yesterday afternoon. Made it up the big hill, but not much further, still farther than the previous hike. Two quiet days before heading to Door Co for my birthday weekend. Food: 7:55 am Large cheese danish, 102 g blackberries, coffee

Mon 1 Sept

What a lovely day at the Fair yesterday! Perfect weather, lots of good food and good freebies. Fun day. Food: 7:45 am Lingonberry danish, 107 g blackberries, coffee