Sunday, March 22, 2020

Thanx For Thinking Snow - We Needed It



ORTHO:

The Ortho world was been effected for sure. As of this morning I have only had two clients call AND back out. Most, I talk out of bailing. Here is what I say on the phone. Your are stressed = bodywork , your lymphatic system is you bodies immune system = bodywork , my building is damn near empty and I will meet you on the street, open the door, push the elevator button, and sanitize my hands in front of ya. The clients sheepishly agree to keep their appointments and thank me afterwards for holding them "accountable" because they feel relieved. Three clients in particular told me that it was the first time that they "relaxed" in weeks. There really is something to a para-sympathictic state of being. Thats Right, Being

Karma Cupons Here - Switched Out A Toilet Seat - These New Suckers Took Some Thought - I Then Had To Follow The Given Written Out Instructions - Not Like The Old Days - Two Plastic Bolts And Done - Now, They Are A Whole New Lock-N-Bolt Action - I Guess Thats What I Get For Saying," Sure, There Easy, I 'll Do It For Ya." 
CROSS ROADS GYM:

Just as I was happily falling back into a rhythm with swimming, Cross Roads closed their doors. Talk about bummed. Its really a bummer on so many levels. So lets be optimistic, lets have fun with it, and lets do this. Morning calisthenics, road rides of the River Trail, and washing them hands.




GOOD NEWS:

So stoked about the lack of pollution. HERE is a link of photos and videos coming out of Venice. Dolphins have returned to the harbors, locals admitting that they have never seen the bottom of the channels before, and how the airborne nitrogen dioxide has plummeted over China recently.


And a Pro Cyclist that I follow posted a video from a hanging valley back in November during Turkey Week rides and then again from Monday. The air quality was remarkable. You could see another mountain range in the distance. The Clarity


And nobody was at the Hot Springs!! Its a hippie dippy carry out what you carry in. I was the only human there, week day of course, the audible sounds of birds blew my mind. Its as if they knew the humans were locked away in fear and they were singing with celebration. Another Righteous Byproduct From This Pandemic



RADIO SHOW:

I find myself tooting my own horn here more and more. If you met me in person, hope that happens, you will hear me deflect praise. Like with MAD Racing. There are times when I "give" advice for a project and when someone gives me the acknowledgment in front of others, I politely find a way to point outs someone else achievements. Using The Force


Having said that, THIS SHOW WAS STELLAR!! The show opens with The String Cheese covering Walking On The Moon, Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi banter, and then Purple Disco Machine covering Devil In Me. I began the show at about 5:20ish AM but this link starts from the 6am hour. My format or playlist if you will consisted of 1970's tracks, silky smooth reggae beats, and a number of female vocalist banging out cover tunes. As transition between songs, played more soundbites from Yoda Movie Quotes. They're Killer


The 16 Watt Awakening (  LINK HERE  March 18th ) has a sweet time slot with plenty of morning faithful listeners. KAFM began with only 16 watts and a few years ago was granted with a grant that pumped us up to a mighty 300 watts. The 16 Watt Awakening is one of the original shows from 1999 and has had two solid volunteers holding down that time slot. One programer is an original and the other has been around for 4, 5, maybe 6 years now. Its A Well Received Time Slot

Snow On The Valley Floor

I purposely never made reference to the virus or the fact that I should have been waking up in Vegas rather then spinning tunes. Projected positivity over the airwaves for 3 full hours. Hope Ya Stream And Please Turn It Up!!!

This Late Snow Storm Hit The Valley Thursday Before Mr Sun Came Up

Then, I received a quick fill-in call from Coach."Can you please cover the Global Groove show Sunday?" HERE is the link for ( March 22nd ) that show. Went very well by the amount of texting and phone calls. It was lively for sure and I enjoyed myself as usual. Probably had something to do with the magnetizing  trinket left by JJJ. Once again, I made NO reference to the virus and stayed clear of the soap box urges. So now you have 6 hours of stimulating music to entertain yourself with. Find That Sweet Spot Between The Speakers

Hippy Jim far right's B-Day - Me, third from the left 


DISC GOLF:

The Dude & I threw a round of 18 as this storm front was approaching. It was windy as all get out but it didn't matter to us. We only keep track of the birdies anyway. Speaking of which, I birdied the 2nd hole for the first time ever. Totally wind aided, my driver flew on and on and on. We laughed and chalked it up to the Disc Gods on our side. May never birdie that hole again. Here is a photo of The Dudes putt on 17. Funny thing about this photo is it was suppose to be a video for Tim in San Diego. Classic

Wednesday Before The Storm 
AND THE UNFORTUNATE NEWS:

I was suppose to be on the road towards Marble Colorado after my radio show this morning. But the first e-mail this morning, Gunnison Country said NO, the AirBNB organization set out some kind of notice to the tune of owners are not allowed to rent their places. Now, I'm just not one to be hunkered down on the couch. Marble was totally ideal and I planned on riding my bike, cooking fresh veggie meals, tromping around in the fresh Pow Pow, and reading my book. Marble has a current population of 57 full time residents and NO COMMERCIAL MERCHANTS. There is no virus, hardly any people, and I am happy to keep my paws to myself. So another day trip up the Grand Mesa it is. WTF

Met Steve - One Happy Dog Here 

I only hope that in 6 weeks or 6 months from now, when humans roll back out from isolation, with that full sense of freedom in our hearts, we are a little better, more empathetic towards Mother Earth, a little more productive, understanding of ourselves, more appreciative, more humble, a little more loving, then we were yesterday.


Stay Hydrated,
Cheers

56 comments:

  1. Steve looks cute. My normal radio listening of local news and current affairs was depressing me, so I switched it off days ago, but I was missing the background noise. I did a little digital searching on the radio and found OldSkool, by a commercial radio station and it plays 70s, 80s and some early 90s music. It's been a great trip down memory lane.

    I so wanted a massage today, but I didn't, although I did get a haircut. It may a long time before the next one of either.

    Anyway, your post cheered me somewhat.

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    1. Thats Exactly Why I Felt That It Was In My Best Interest NOT To Go There During The Shows - Bums Me Out When I Hear Other Programers Mentions Or Even Try And Make Light Of It - Would Love It If You Streamed The 16 Watt Show And Gave Me Some Feed Back

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  2. Yes let's hope we learn something positive from this unbelievable experience Padre, surely! Can't believe you're still getting a bit of snow, although we here in Perth are almost over the first month of Autumn and it still feels uncomfortably like summer 😉 Will listen in to radio shows in the morning ✨

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    1. And Sure Hope More Falls Soon - We Be Bone Dry And Now More Than Ever - Washing Those Hands Requires H2o - I Know You Will Enjoy The Shows, Let Me Know Or Thoughts - Good AND BAD

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  3. It is amazing to see how fast nature is making a bit of a come back. I have to say this is a good thing in all this chaos. Glad we got home from our New Mexico trip when we did otherwise we might have been in trouble. And Steve sure looks like a happy dog. Mind would be doing the same-and might be tomorrow morning as tonight we are due to get a good dumping, and then 50 degrees tomorrow. Oh March. What a month. Keep washing your hands and stay healthy.

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    1. Your NM Photos Were Just Wonderful - Steve Is A Character For Sure - Will Stay Hydrated And Clean My Paws Frequently

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  4. Steve's black color contrasting with the white of the landscape made a wonderful photo.
    I sincerely hope that your last thought will come true.
    Stay safe and well

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  5. Decreasing pollution is surely the positive fallout of Covid 19 but the price is huge.
    Stay safe. Stay healthy.

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  6. Steve looks like a good friend to have around. I hope people will learn something from these chaotic times and the planet will benefit from the improvements.
    Stay safe and healthy, Padre!

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    1. It Was Very Brief But Steve Was A Treat - Handful But A Treat - Will We Learn Anything - I Choose To Believe That Parents Have A Rude Awakening As Schools Are Close And They Begin To Realize That Teachers Aren't The Problem - Think About It

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  7. Steve looks extra cute (I'm talking about that beautiful dog and not myself HAHA) and the news about dolphins and Venice made me lighten up as well despite us being on a lock-down for 10 days now. Thank you very much for sharing such beautiful captures of the mountains and I love the bench near the lake, it's very relaxing to look at from here at my desk. And happy birthday to Hippy Jim, love your headgear on the photo!

    Wish you all the best my friend the Padre!

    Stevenson
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    Stevenson Que Blog

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    1. Classic Steve Humor - I Like It - Stoked You Saw The Photos - As For Clarification, The Bench Is Overlooking The Not So Mighty Colorado River - Its Was My Metaphor Photo - Hippy Jim's Birthday Was A Riot, As You Can See - Thanx For The Wishes And Thanx Again For Stopping By

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    2. Oh wow! So that beautiful river is the same one that passes through the horseshoe bend in Arizona! Nature really is amazing :) It is always a pleasure dropping by your space Padre :)

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    3. The Very One - Good On You Mr Geography Man - There Are Some Beautiful Horseshoe Photos In Utah As Well

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  8. I hope we have learned something from this experience and make positive changes as a result.

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  9. That sky looks particularly threatening. We usually don't have sky that color. I prefer the picture of the mountain reflected in the lake where it's hard to tell where the water and sky begin. We're getting snow now. Supposed to be only 1-3 inches. It's the pasty, wet kind and you're welcome to it. Take care.

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    1. It Was An Amazing Sunset - And Wild As Neighbors Walked Outside To Look - We All Looked At One Another - Crazy Times - Saw The Weather Front Moving Your Way - Stay Strong CJ

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  10. Sounds like things are still going well for the most part. The hot spring would be heaven right now.

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    1. Beyond Imaginable - Absolute Paradise - Been Thinking About You & Johnny Boy

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  11. This was an inspiring post for me-I will be checking back on those links. we have not been out of the house now for over two weeks Husband was able to go sit our dock and go fishing one day but its been too cold since. I have been scared to death to go food shopping-I will face that tomorrow morning-somehow your post helped me a bit with that-thanks-

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    1. I Am Speechless - Never In My Life Of Writing This 'What Else Is Possible' Blog Did I Think That I Would Ever Inspire - Thank You For Such Kind Words - Pleased The Hubby Still Cast The Rod These Days - Stay Strong At The Store

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    2. you are so welcome, and I am feeling more calm today-even if we are having a t storm at the moment have a great day

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    3. Right On!! Enjoy The Sights And Sounds Of The Mother Nature Show

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  12. Hello, it is appears Mother Earth is doing much better while when everyone is ordered to stay inside and keep their distances. The sky does look clearer in places and the water clean. If only it could stay that way! Birds are happy and your dog looks cute sitting in the snow. Take care and stay well! Have a great week ahead.

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    1. The Birds A Very Happy For Sure - Glad You Liked Steve But He Is Not My Dog - Still Planning On Having A Wonderful Week Ahead

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  13. Beautiful pictures of nature, it is so needed, when we are closed at homes☺

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    1. Pleased You Saw My Nature Shot - A Calming Element For Sure

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  14. Stoked You Liked What You Saw - Keep Those Eyes Open

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  15. Many thanks for your fabulous photos...they make me feel more cheerful just looking at them!😊😊
    I know exactly how you feel...there I was, thinking I could go somewhere scenic in my RV to convalesce from this wretched virus...and they have closed down all venues and confined us to our homes!!
    Sensible, I know...but SO frustrating!!😬😬
    Oh well, back to old movies...😉

    Take care...and be safe.

    Cheers!

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    1. Back To The Old Movies Makes Me Rather Curious - Stay Cheerful

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  16. ...the lack of pollution, there is always a silver lining in every mess.

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    1. ...So True - A Reaction To Every Action

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  17. I wish people were staying home but that isn't the case here. I'm seeing more people out on the trails than I ever have before. I'm doing telemedicine from home and I had a dad begging me to make an appointment for his kid with what is probably this virus. Talked him off the ledge, pointed out that it is just a really bad cold, and that there's nothing we could do for him. Plus, did he want to get us sick? It's a strange time and the self-centeredness of people never fails to amaze me. I hope you have a lot of TP for that new toilet seat...lol

    Stay safe!

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    1. Wonderful Entitled Americans - Blows Me Away How Many Times We All See Folks Turn Their Brains Off When Common Sense Is Usually The Right Answer - Stoked Your Working From Home Though - So Funny You Made Reference To The TP - Yes, I Walked Through Their Garage And Quite A Few Packs Of TP Caught Me Eye - Too Funny

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  18. Very good advice, to come out better than we went into this pandemic...giving people more space and cleaning up our environment so it's a better world for all of us.

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    1. More Of An Observation/Dream Than Advice - But I Am Trying Me Best To Keep The Faith - Lock Us Down Please

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  19. Very interesting text. I was amused by this picture saying saving people hahaahahah. I didn't think about it that way. Thank you very much for your visit :) I like it. Have a nice day

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    1. Yes, I Cracked Up When That One Came Through - Been Receiving Some Funny A$$ Videos As Well - Enjoy The Rest Of Your Week

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  20. Well, in moments like this is when you nunderstand how good it feels in a small population, it might seem strange but I believe one is well more protected in those places.

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  21. The lack of air pollution and airplane noise has been a very unexpected benefit. Stay healthy, my friend. Black Dog hugs coming your way!

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    1. Sure Do Need BLK Dog Love After Today - Like WoW - Sending Love

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  22. It is a good time to enjoy books, Padre!

    Stay well!

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    1. Currently Thumbing My Way Through Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle

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  23. Lovely photos, I didn't enjoy seeing them and the 'snow', not seen here that often in winter in the mountains..
    Take care, be safe and stay well.

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    1. I Was Just Reviewing Them Myself And They Really Are Lovely - Thank You

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  24. Amazing scenery! Love the bunny ears at Hippy Jim's birthday. Steve is a good name for a dog. (Or a person.) :)

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    1. Too Funny - Steve Is A Wonderful Universal Name - We All Loved The Bunny Ears - Stacy, Just To My Left, Brought Them For The Bunch - What A Night It Was - Thanx For Checking In

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  25. it's so nice to see snow, we did not receive one flake this past winter and i really missed it!!! it appears your dog is happy also!!

    it's such a strange time for everyone. i am home most of the time, it has not changed things much for me!!

    take care and stay well!!!

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    1. Steve Just Happened To Be On The Trail - I Am Dog Free These Days

      Staying Well For Sure,
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