Newest family member..

 

Acquired today 06/27/2025

He was a return to the shelter for whatever reason.. It's beyond my understanding as to why someone would go through the trouble of rescuing a dog, then giving up on them...he is so gentle and a big baby... if you adopt or plan to adopt.. be SURE you are in it for life..

 It is so unfair to the animals to get their expectations and hopes up, and then just shatter them all over again... Rest assured, he is HOME now forever !!

This is Brock Lee.. Taking his freedom ride. We adopted him from (Brevard County Sheriff's Office) BCSO/PetCo rescue. He is 3 -3 1/2 years old and a snuggle bug. Likes to be right on your heals and be part of what ever is going on. Wasn't going to have another dog, but just couldn't resist his reactions to me when I approached him for the first time. He's a handsome dude, well behaved and somewhat chill at least so far.

So far he has moved right in, made himself comfy and enjoyed lovin's and treats.. Been exposed to the dogs next door and across the pond, by the birds, our daughter and son in law, and all is great. Have nly heard him bark once at the heighbors dog more so because I think they surprised him..lol. He's had a big day today and is currently passed out on a chair cushion on the back porch with us. We'll see how he does tonight come bed time.. He is still a little skiddish when it comes to entering the bedroom area and stands at the door with a real inquisitive look on his face., as if to ask can I come in or no way, not happening..but where he has to be right on your heals, I'm sure he will adjust and feel more comfortable in entering the room.

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GATOR still not running..

 

Had the mechanic back again today to try and diagnose the issue... best guess without following the schematics is that the ECM is not sending the message to the alternator to crank out the juice to charge the battery. Will take a jump, and start, but as soon you disconnect the cable, it struggles and dies out almost immediately. So the alt. is not cherging the battery and the ECM is not telling the Alt. what to do....grrrr.

New ECM for this thing is like $500 + programming.. However I did find a used one online for around the $136.00 range still awaiting a reply as to if it comes programmed or not before committing to purchase.

This little bundle of joy....

Before we go that route, though we are going to check the schematics and trace any wiring to and from the ECM and Alt.

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In need of another..

 

Yes, I am indeed in need of another relaxing week or more on a cuise ship.

Drink in hand, no schedule to keep, come and go as I please, gamble a bit, take in some shows, good food, new folks to meet, it doesn't end.

Relaxing on deck, by the pool, bar, or outdoor theater screen, maybe even the hot tubs..no matter the event, it is time to yet again take in the ocean breeze and peacefull sunsets.

Deb and I are trying to plan for a January cruise this coming year for our anniversary, as well inviting her sister Lorrie and husband Mike along as we share a common birthday, What better way to celebrate these events than taking to the ocean. we all love cruising aside from the headaches of planning, but once we reach the port for departures, its game on....We have all cruised together before and had a great times and the sisters of which there are 4, always take sister cruises, but us husbands..well we usually get left behind, so we like to occasionally take a cruise in between so as to enjoy each others company and fun.

The challenge is always coordinating between everyones schedules and work vacations, etc. but somehow, we always manage to get one in and enjoy them greatly. Some ships are awesome, some not so much, but its always an adventure and an experience worthwhile to investigate and participate. 

I am sooo looking forard to yet another cruise and hopefully a great experience with family members and new friends. Now we just need to pull it off..lol.

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2025/05/unfinished-summeries ( UPDATE )

 

Well I finally got off my ass and managed to finish summerizing the last of four poems I had written some time ago. I can now clear that from my agenda..I don't really know why it took so long, I guess I just got caught up in everyday life, and like a true procrastinator  itfinally began to bother me until I did it..lol.

I have come to the realization that I spend way to much time sitting on the back porch accomplishing hardly anything day after day, drinking coffee and thinking about all the possible things I could/should be doing. But hey, I am in it for the easy life now, no thanks to health issues, yet, I am sure this laziness will also catch up to me with more health issues if I do not start getting somewhat active at least.

I need to come up wth some activities I can do during the day, 'cause I'm not giving up my peaceful/restful evenings I know that..It also doesn't help that the jeep is still not running so my transportatin to and fro is limited to others schedules..I know, sounds like an excuse, it is and I own it, but still...?

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How you get & how I give closure.

 

In todays world, people are so quick to judge, demand, and expect many things from individuals.

I've had friends that I have cut off deliberately at times, no further contact, communications, etc. Most of the time the reasons are for those listed.

You get to a certain point emotionally, in all relationships. Eventually you have to ask yourself if it is really worth persuing if it becomes one sided..? I say no, it is not..once something becomes one-sided and there is no reciprication of any kind, to me.. that relationship is dead and not gunno go anywhere in the future. Drop the baggage and expectations and hopes for change, because it most likely will never be any different than it is/was today.

A great deal can be said for respect, accountability, and honesty.. once those are lost, there is little to no hope for change. So if you are looking for closure... take an honest look at how you treat or mistreat individuals during your relationships, otherwise, consider closure complete on my end of things. I do not, nor will I accept disrespect, lack of accountability and trust.. you violate those, and you no longer exist in my world..We will part ways regardless!  So take a good look at yourselves, and ask, what would you do if it where reversed???

If I walk away from you as an individual, friend, partner, etc.. just know, these are most likely the reasons for such actions..

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My Father's Day gift..

 

This year I bought my own gift..lol. I wanted to commemorate my Kids and Grandkids, so I bought this hat back in May, and it actually arrived in time.. Just got it today!. Be proud to wear it too...says it all.

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