Memories

After Callahan won his basketball game we headed over to the

local Diary Queen in downtown Lombard.

It opened in 1953 and I don't think much has

changed. It sells only ice cream and has only outside 

walk up windows.

Last night was the season's opener. It only closes for 3 or 4 months out 

of the year.

Today they were giving out free cones! One would not 

know it was only 35 degrees outside

Diary Queen is always surrounded with people.

In the summer you will find baseball players of all ages, in dirty 

uniforms eating ice cream after a big win hanging around the parking lot.

It has that small town old fashion feeling to it. You will always know most

of the people there . It's just fun.

I think everyone was trying to "feel the summer" after

this endless winter

The 3 Musketeers

Memories of Yesterday

I traveled to Oak Park today for my 1st acupuncture appointment. My girlfriend Mel has had positive results using Chinese medicine. During my consultation my history was taken.

I had reveal my dislike for food prep and meals. Chinese medicine recommends that I eat warm

foods (soup) and drink warm beverages(tea)

I can do that

I couldn't hide my horror when "Julia" asked about my feet. I have foot phobia,

I went out of my comfort zone, removed my socks and yes, let her insert

the tiny needles in my feet and toes.

Mel suggested I turn myself over to the experience...

How'd I Do?

I must admit my nervous were tweaked for a little while following my procedure.

Tweaked, meaning my nerves were overstimulated and somewhat 

uncomfortable. 

Within a few hours I felt pretty good, a little more mobility. I

am going back next week!  

While I was in Oak Park I went by our old homes; many memories came back.

I drove around the neighborhood and reminisced with myself

I had to take multiple pictures of out last house because It was friggin huge

I do miss all that space and the character of a 100 year old home 

I don't miss the enormous heating and repair bills

This was our first home, a cute 5 room bungalow. I probably have my

best memories from this home. Callahan was born while we lived here.

I only went in the office 1 day a week and was able to walk to Rehm pool everyday with TJ

TJ still talks about his 3rd birthday party celebrated at this home

Life was so easy and peaceful. It's amazing how fast it all goes

TJ goes to high school in 2 years