The more I think it over, the more I feel that there is nothing more
truly artistic than to love people. -Vincent van Gogh, painter (30 Mar
1853-1890)
Patrick, I just finished reading your last email, looking at the pictures and your video jokes. You absolutely amaze me with all the news you share. You certainly make it sound like you have full days and your biking prowess is outstanding!
The sun is out again today which makes life seem better. We are actually going to meet the kids at Dude Chillin Park to have a long distance visit. Poor Jeff is having a rough time as he closed his business about 2 weeks ago plus he is alone which makes for long days. Stacee and Sean at least have each other and both are employed. I wonder about accessing all the proposed government programs - apparently people applying for mortgage deferrals are not having a lot of success and of course you will have those that try to scam the system. Once this is over it will be interesting to see what steps are taken to revive the economy.
We just got back from having the family get together and it was really special to see everyone from a distance of course, have a glass of wine, some crackers, cheese and salami and enjoy the sun. They tried to convince us to stay another two weeks - we shall see.
Pictures are self explanatory. Pigeons are making a nest on a balcony just below us so they perch on our railing to check out their spot - they are driving Gerry nuts after he did such a good job on the windows. Keep washing, smiling, enjoying your wine and eating Corinne’s cooking. Dawn
Hello Vancouver Correspondent and Window Washer! Pleased to hear you are both well and almost finished your period of quarantine, as well as managing to visit with Stacee, Sean and Jeff, even if you need telescopes to see each other! Lady Dar had mentioned you called to inquire about the address for Hotel Kits so thanks for the snapola! Interestingly enough, we have had two other pictures of the once Five Star, Michelin Guide, establishment, over the last few years, from former boarders, both Japanese, so thanks for broadening the gene pool!
This way, Heraldo will encourage their defection rather than railing against it, angrily waving his bottle of Windex and shouting imprecations, in Italian, at the offending birds, as he regularly scatters the macadamia nuts, [to encourage a steady supply of guano], you have hoarded over the course of your many, many visits to Hawaii! Look at the silver lining. Lose weight and make money, what more do you want?
Trust you are both well. Here is one of Chloë's home videos, made as direct result of your 6 Fun At-Home Activities! Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio!
Pics: Tin Tin comes to The Burns Street Bistro!
Video clip: Rowan James actually turned onto his back, for the first time, a few days ago, but his Mom missed recording the manoeuvre, when he flipped, so she had to "stage" it!]
Video clip: Rowan James actually turned onto his back, for the first time, a few days ago, but his Mom missed recording the manoeuvre, when he flipped, so she had to "stage" it!]
Life here, at present goes extremely well, given exceptional circumstances. You might recall, if you don't immediately delete my well-crafted, highly informative, well-respected, [other than by Fox], reports from the Okanagan, that I often use the weekend to go for a longer ride so it fell to this past Saturday, as rain was forecast for Sunday, for my regular extended outing. Fabulous ride! Must away to do some of the six million chores Lady Dar assigned for me, now that my only day of rest is past! Fondestos from The Whip Wielder to you both, Vancouver Stringer and Pigeon Park Squeegee Man! Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio! Pics: Rock Star Rowan, with shades to keep him incognito from Penticton paparazzi, in his pram, waiting to hit the boardwalk along Penticton Creek. Garlic shoots from our own bulbs, planted last Fall! Back patio: Etta is not amused by the presence of The Little Chap! More Formula One during pit stop at Winnipeg Street!
Rowan James came to collect Nana yesterday to go for a walk. Duke put his paw over his eyes as he couldn't stand all the fuss! Love and Cheers, Dad/Patrizzio!
PS: Chloë, could you please send me the snaps you took of me on my ride. [I bumped into The Flatlanders on the boardwalk off Lakeshore.] Thanks!] Hello, Padraig! Belated thanks for the card, my lad! It popped into my mailbox while I was in the UK and dealing with an hour-by-hour re-arrangement of my holiday. Fodder for this year's Xmas letter! Hope all are well and safe at your end! Deborah Hello Far Flung Friend, Gobnait!
Greetings and Sincere Sympathy from Burns Street! Dearest Toshi! It is with great, great sorrow that Corinne, Chloë and I send you our deepest sympathy on learning, from Ayn, of the death of your beloved Mother, Tomiko. Our hearts go out to you and please know that we grieve with you and for you. I also apologize for not sending condolences sooner, shortly after you informed Ayn during your visit to Los Angeles. Nonetheless, we trust you are managing as best you can and wish you to know that we hold you in our hearts and Tomiko in our memories for the lovely, lovely kind and generous woman that she was. Please extend our heartfelt sympathy to all your aunts, uncles and cousins.
Hi Patrick Hope all is going well with you and your gang. I was headed into town and thought I’d drop off your book. I was also wondering if you had a moment to select a couple of your favourites that I might borrow for awhile. Don’t worry if we can’t coordinate today. Take care Lou
Hi Book Thief, Luigi! Sorry we missed you! With the rain, on and off, most of the morning and early afternoon I didn't head out until just before 3:00 pm, about the time, I gather, you sent your message, so I didn't read it until I was back from my ride. Lady Dar and Chloë had taken Rowan James for a walk so they weren't home either. At any rate you are most welcome to any of the books we have on our shelves and Book Advisor Corinne is more than happy to offer suggestions as she is wont to do with advice, to me, on how to live my life, dress, and the like! Give us a shout and we'll plan accordingly. Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio!
With the rain, on and off, most of the morning and early afternoon I didn't head out until just before 3:00 pm and at that time wind out of the ESE at 11 km/h, gusting to 13 km/h, while the temperature was 11º C so I switched to much lighter riding gloves. Thought I'd be fine with my route regulare, down Ellis to PTC and then along Lakeshore, [No sign of Abbot Tomasino!], to ride The Hamster Cage route, the three streets off Power, seven circuits each, back to Riverside and the roundabout near SS Sicamous to start all over again. However, an hour later wind direction had changed to blasting out of the W, still at 11 km/h but gusting ferociously at 28 km/h. Really had to work hard when making back towards Riverside and then another hour later, out of the WNW at 25 km/h, now gusting at 37 km/h. Not much fun but in for a penny, in for pound, so I kept at it until I had enough distance to make for the empty parking lot at SOEC. Based on the route I usually describe there I was reasonably sheltered from the worst of the blasts and before I knew it I was making for Wade and Winnipeg, then White and home. Not overly pleased about 18.2 km/h AVG but given fierce head wind I didn't feel overly upset. Just glad that the rain stopped and the streets dried out nicely so that I could even ride at all! Cheers!
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AllTrails Map and Stats for ride:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/recording-mar-30-6-12-pm-d5776ae?p=-1
Sorry to learn of your son's cancelled graduation and your own trip to Ottawa. We were planning to drive to LA, in early May, for our eldest grandson's graduation from Electrical Engineering. The trip is now off and it is unclear if Pierre will even be able to graduate. While most classes are on-line not sure if he will be able to complete lab work for necessary credits. Also put on hold a trip to Viet Nam we were planning for September.
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History of Central Europe and the Balkans from 1796 to 2008
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Lady Dar wasn't home when I was back from today's ride as she had popped over to help Chloë bathe Rowan. Little Chap had just graduated from his nifty "whale" tub, which Chloë would place on kitchen counter, to the bathtub in guest bedroom. Nana had not seen this new venue so was curious to watch.
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History of Central Europe and the Balkans from 1796 to 2008
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Pics: Thanks for inquiring about Rowan James. Pleased to report that he is thriving so here are some snaps to prove my point: Rock Star Rowan, with shades to keep him incognito from Penticton paparazzi, in his pram, waiting to hit the boardwalk along Penticton Creek. Back patio. More Formula One during pit stop at Winnipeg Street! Young Clark Kent! Chloë bought him a pair of sun glasses in LA and the lenses fell out!
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Mount Olympus
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After you’ve sent the short poem/verse/quotation/etc. to the person in position 1, and only that person, copy this letter into a new email. Move my name to position 1, and put your name in position 2. Only my name and your name should show in the new email. Send it to 20ish friends BCC (blind copy). Seldom does anyone drop out because we all need new pleasures. The turnaround is fast, as there are only two names on the list, and you only have to do it once. Hope you can join in. Cheers, Mark Hello Marcus Aurelius! Great to hear from you after lo these many years! [Let me remind you that you are one of the worst correspondents, just in case you are blind to this failing! Shame on you for not doing your homework just because the dog ate your address book!] Trust you are well. Have started a book club here in Penticton. Just Colin and I and The Sisterhood of six or seven! Whirlygig and Calamity Jane have made it to the distant Okanagan for a couple of wine-soaked visits, and Lady Dar and I hope you will do the same, in the not too, too distant future.
With respect to the Poem Exchange I included the moving Refugees:
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| Brian Bilston |
They have no need of our help
So do not tell me
These haggard faces could belong to you or me
Should life have dealt a different hand
We need to see them for who they really are
Chancers and scroungers
Layabouts and loungers
With bombs up their sleeves
Cut-throats and thieves
They are not
Welcome here
We should make them
Go back to where they came from
They cannot
Share our food
Share our homes
Share our countries
Instead let us
Build a wall to keep them out
It is not okay to say
These are people just like us
A place should only belong to those who are born there
Do not be so stupid to think that
The world can be looked at another way
(Now read from bottom to top)
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Hello Bards and non-Bards, alike! Thanks for replying, even in the negative. I understand completely, busy, busy lives and all. I, myself, don't often reply to, usually delete these chain-like, web letters but thought, given the current circumstances, I'd pitch in. Particularly so since I heard a fabulous interview, a couple of weeks ago now, on The Sunday Edition, with Brian Bilston, known as the Poet Laureate of Twitter, and wanted to share some of his remarkable verse. From the hilarious:
He got himself a smoking jacket;
he thought it would amaze her.
But she just put a match to it
and it turned into a blazer.
to the grim:
America is a Gun
England is a cup of tea.
France, a wheel of ripened brie.
Greece, a short, squat olive tree.
America is a gun.
Argentina, Maradona's hand.
Germany, an oompah band.
America is a gun.
Holland is a wooden shoe.
Hungary, a goulash stew.
Australia, a kangaroo.
America is a gun.
Japan is a thermal spring.
Scotland is a highland fling.
Oh, better to be anything
than America as a gun.
Grammar Police
the grammar police got him
split his infinitive
removed his colon
left him there.
comatose
next day he was pronouned dead
Stay well. Happy Rhyming Couplets to one and all. Cheers, Patrizzio!
Dear Patrick That Rowan James is a real charmer!! Take care always Jo-Anne Greetings from The Charmer of Winnipeg Street! Hi Jo-Anne! Trust you are both well. Cheers, Patrizzio! Video clip: Rowan James actually turned onto his back, for the first time, a few days ago, but Mom missed recording the manoeuvre, when he flipped, so had to "stage" it!
Hi Gilliana! Terrific to hear from you. The poem, The House that Built Me is very, very moving! Thanks for sending it along. Fondestos from Lady Dar to you both. Stay well. Cheers, Patrizzio!
Thank you Patrick I shared this with my church family. Thanks Jean Stay in your bubble! Colleen Jawohl Mein Kommandant, Mein General! Simply
Terrific to hear from you, ever in the imperative mood, Klink! Fondestos from Lady Dar to you both. Stay well in your bubbles. Cheers, Patrizzio!
To All David Coffaro Futures Club Members - Our New Spring Pre-Harvest Offer is Here and it's Your First Opportunity to Reserve 2020 Futures!
As an active member of our Futures Club, you will recall that you have previously signed up for our futures program which automatically renews for two cases of the new vintage of futures each spring. We are pleased to offer the same great deal as last year, two cases of your choice for $384, shipping and tax included provided that you remain an active member.
What You Need To Do: Make your selections for 24 bottles of 2020 vintage on or before April 30, 2020. After that date and sometime in May, your credit card on file will be charged for $384 and a confirming receipt sent on or before May 31, 2020. To update your credit card number, please check your online account.
If you wish to order more than 24 bottles, please contact Pat prior to making your selections.
Please Note: Though not on the Futures Selector Form, the 2020 Dave's Cuvee and 2020 Luminaire are also available on futures. Also, new this year, we are offering futures on our 2020 Fresco Rosé. You may order these wines now or at these initial offering prices at any time before the May 31st deadline.
Please Note: Though not on the Futures Selector Form, the 2020 Dave's Cuvee and 2020 Luminaire are also available on futures. Also, new this year, we are offering futures on our 2020 Fresco Rosé. You may order these wines now or at these initial offering prices at any time before the May 31st deadline.
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