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Bourbon and Cigar Pain Reliever

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 5th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I was looking forward to a relaxing Friday evening, but first I had to repair the blade drive belt on the lawn tractor, and then mow the grass. After about an hour, much of which was spent trying to recall the correct route of the serpentine belt, the …



Afternoon Range Trip

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 3rd, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

This week’s trip to the range got off to a false start. I arrived at the range and started unloading my gear. That’s when I realized I had neglected to pack the range box that held the supplies needed to hang the targets –staplers, binder clips, etc. …



Five O’Clock Friday: Shopping Self Control

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 2nd, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

When it comes to buying cigars and bourbon, sometimes my impulse is greater than my common sense.But is that really a bad thing? Enjoy the weekend.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]



The Bride and Frankenstein

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • Jun 1st, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I’ve been enjoying reading the classic work Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. Admittedly, my most vivid recollection of the Frankenstein tale is of the Mel Brooks movie Young Frankenstein. A comedic comedy that never gets old, the movie is not the cla…



Sunday Cocktails and Smoke

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 30th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

Midway through the Memorial Day weekend, found us in our usual place — on the deck enjoying the weather. After Mass and a late breakfast, I brewed a pot of French press coffee, and headed outside to enjoy the limited sunshine and spend some time with …



More Range Time

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 29th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I love the Spring days when it’s warm but not yet humid, and the sun is bright but it’s not scorching. On such afternoons the range beckons. And I try to answer, as I did right before the holiday weekend.For this particular range trip, I brought along …



Memorial Day

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 29th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

On this last Monday in May, Americans stop to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation. It is their sacrifices that helped to preserve the freedoms we value and enjoy today. Sadly, there are too many people in o…



Saturday, Chores Then A Relaxing Smoke and Drink

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 28th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

We’ve been trying to make the most of this 3-day holiday weekend — at least before the expected rain kicks in Sunday evening and Monday. This is a weekend we avoid shopping, taking trips, and even the calls from work will slow. Side thought, why is ra…



Kicking Off The Long Weekend

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 27th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

It seems the longest weeks are the ones leading up to a long weekend. But finally Friday arrived and preparations for the evening got underway. I finished the lawn maintenance chores early, and prepped the fire pit before dinner. I was lookin…



Five O’Clock Friday: Planning for the Long Weekend

By From http://www.musingsoverabarrel.com/ • May 26th, 2023 • Category: Blog Entries.Local

I think we’ll be okay.Have a safe and fun holiday. Remember the reason.Cheers!
[ This content originated at Musings Over a Barrel ]