Monthly Archives: October 2009

A Senior Moment

Posted on October 23, 2009 by little joe

I guess because of my years trodding this planet I have accumulated a plethora ( I really like using the word "plethora" ) of observations that lead me to make comments.  Most recently my senior memory started acting up and I … Continue reading →

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The Cuts

Posted on October 16, 2009 by little joe

The “Cuts” There is a place on the east edge of Lisbon, North Dakota that served as a magnet to kids…boys mostly…for as long as I can remember. No amusement park. No carnival rides. No pony show. A hill! But … Continue reading →

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Is That A Deer In Your Headlights?

Posted on October 14, 2009 by little joe

As Minnesota’s 1.2 million white-tailed deer population begins mating season and becomes more active, the Minnesota departments of Public Safety (DPS) and Natural Resources (DNR) urge motorist to drive at safe speeds and pay attention. Deer movement peaks after sundown … Continue reading →

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Minnesota’s Mississippi Monster

Posted on October 9, 2009 by little joe

Minnesota’s Mississippi Monster There’s something in the Mississippi River near Lake City, Minnesota. “Something” that no one has been able to identify or fully document It was back in 1871 that the Minnesota State Historical Society recorded in The Minnesota … Continue reading →

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You Want Me To Do What ???

Posted on October 6, 2009 by little joe

  Let’ pretend. Pretend you are nine years old…you’re a boy in a small North Dakota town and it’s Summer! That’s kind of a nice mental picture if I do say so myself. And, I do. Now let’s pretend you … Continue reading →

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Why You Blamin’ Me?

Posted on October 5, 2009 by little joe

Why You Blamin’ Me? I’ve always liked baseball. I played it as much as I could when I was young, although many times it was really softball. With softball, just about every kid in the neighborhood could play. A baseball … Continue reading →

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Time To Put Your Boat To Bed….Nearly!!!

Posted on October 2, 2009 by little joe

 When you’ve gotta say goodbye for the season. (aka: winterizing your boat)   Thanks to our good friends at Minnesota’s Crestliner boat company, we have some excellent advice on making sure our boats and motors are as ready for winter … Continue reading →

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