Posted By RichC on November 29, 2024
Since the likelyhood of me getting a new Apple watch for Christmas is growing by the day (my wife Brenda has been inquiring), I’ve started my research as to what kind of watch face will give me ALL the information I would like to see. My goal is to replace the current Kamon watch face that I’ve used on my Fitbit Versa for years.
It should be easy, but from the research I’ve been looking into, it is not. The Modular face, Infograph Modular or Modular Duo looks about as close as I can get, but still doesn’t display the kind of immediate information I’d really like at a glance.
Hopefully all is not lost and that I’ll be able use something like Watchmaker Infograph Modular 3 — it is something that looks like the complications can match nearly what I currently am used to using?
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Posted By RichC on November 28, 2024
First off, Happy Thanksgiving 2024. I hope you can be as thankful as the pilgrims were at that first Thanksgiving in 1621.
“Our harvest being gotten in, our governor sent four men on fowling, that so we might after a special manner rejoice together, after we had gathered the fruits of our labors; they four in one day killed as much fowl, as with a little help beside, served the Company almost a week, at which time amongst other Recreations, we exercised our Arms, many of the Indians coming amongst us, and amongst the rest their greatest king Massasoit, with some ninety men, whom for three days we entertained and feasted, and they went out and killed five Deer, which they brought to the Plantation and bestowed on our Governor, and upon the Captain and others. And although it be not always so plentiful, as it was at this time with us, yet by the goodness of God, we are so far from want, that we often wish you partakers of our plenty.”
–Edward Winslow
As for making this a Throwback Thursday #TBT post, when I saw this old-looking grade school poster on social media the other day, it reminded me that many of us have forgotten … or ignored … the proper use of punctuation marks. I for one regularly misuse punctuation, although usually for emphasis (BTW, I was going to link to this 2010 Thanksgiving wrap up post with Brenda’s Mom and Dad). 😉
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Posted By RichC on November 27, 2024
Here’s a quick video for a holiday shortened week, but picked up a few good ideas as this video flashed by on the social media site X.com.
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Posted By RichC on November 26, 2024
Nothing earth shattering, but looked up to see Venus rising on Sunday evening as I was taking out the garbage. It was beautiful in the SSW sky and far more than the iPhone photo … but it was worth posting anyway.
Megan, Taylor and Gigi were out for walks on Sunday and shared a couple photos so I’ll archive them … something that is becoming habitual on Monday FOR a Tuesday post.
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Posted By RichC on November 25, 2024
Not that my daughter appreciated that her 2018 VW Tiguan left her stranded on the “highway” … but sometimes automotive breakdowns are a part of “life.” So it seemed somewhat appropriate to feature the catchy Tom Cochrane‘s “Life is A Highway” as today’s Music Monday song. Sorry about the water pump failure Katelyn!
Tom Cochrane originally conceived “Love Is a Highway” in the 1970s while in the band Red Rider, but shelved it. After a trip to Eastern Africa, he revisited the song 
with his friend John Webster. He eventually released in 1991 as part of his second studio album, Mad Mad World. The song became a huge success, reaching number one on the Canadian charts and peaking at number six on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“Life Is a Highway” has “a catchy melody, driving rhythm, and poignant lyrics about freedom and adventure” as has been said about it online. The song remains a beloved Canadian classic and has been featured in various films, TV shows, and commercials for years … even if it isn’t the the happiest of moments for Katelyn.
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Posted By RichC on November 24, 2024
With all the expenses associated with owning a Florida condo these days (HOA monthly dues, large engineering related assessments, increases in insurance and real estate taxes, not to mention normal utilities and repairs) … I’m wondering if being an owner is worth it?
Nevertheless, Brenda and I do enjoy the longer escapes these days as we thankfully have the luxury of semi-retirement to spend more than a week or two at a time … and as the photo above indicates (testing the panorama mode on the iPhone 16 Pro Max) … but we do miss walking the beach when we are back in Ohio.
Good news is that my minor BeachBub umbrella issue has been “hopefully” solved with a package delivered today. Our neighbor has volunteered to receive it and will make sure it stays secure until our next trip. Thank you Kristen!
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Posted By RichC on November 23, 2024
The Cleveland Browns have endured a challenging season with a dismal 2-8 record, but they finally managed to bring joy to their fans on Thursday night. Brenda and I are long time Browns fans from our years in NE Ohio and cheered seeing them win in “Cardiac Kids” fashion on Thursday Night Football against the Pittsburgh Steelers (11/21/2024).
Amidst a blinding snowstorm that transformed the field into a surreal landscape reminiscent of a movie, the Browns orchestrated a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter, securing a hard-fought 24-19 victory 
against their formidable AFC North-leading rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers. Quarterback Jameis Winston displayed remarkable composure, making crucial throws even in the face of limited visibility, while Nick Chubb delivered the go-ahead touchdown with just 57 seconds remaining.
Despite enduring a season marred by disappointing football and the treacherous conditions of the blizzard, the Browns fans remained resolute, filling the stadium to the brim in the final minute to celebrate their well-deserved win.
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Posted By RichC on November 22, 2024
This past week, while digging up answers for tax planning for a Barron’s Advisor group that I participate in, I searched for the standard 2024 deduction changes based on age, etc. At the top of my Brave Browser search (their Leo AI engine), which I’ve found helpful several times, pop the summary below:
This recent search started me questioning a mathematical error (above) and sent me digging a little deeper in to the IRS publications to clear up the discrepancy. Yup, the AI is pulling data from different sources and didn’t bother to even check the obvious math (add this to the Brave Community Support pages too).
Artificial Intelligence may not be purposefully misleading as we often see in social media, the mainstream media (journalism) or even the more overtly biased opinion media, but it is not to be trusted without some personal triple checking.
Kiplinger.com on 2024 Standard Deduction
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Posted By RichC on November 21, 2024
The first autumn snow of the year marks the beginning of winter in my book, but since I still would like to rake up the rest of the leaves and get a final grass cutting, it would be nice to have one more warm-up and dry sunny day. For now though, here’s the dusting of snow on November 21, 2024.
EDIT Add: Just an early evening Wyze Cam photo as the BMW X5 35d sit out in the new snow … but nothing like Wayzata, MN. 😉
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Posted By RichC on November 21, 2024
While Taylor was at his conference and staying with us the other week in Florida, we started talking about good friends … and “old friends” who are still good friends. My thoughts automatically go to my college friend Jeff and Taylor’s to his grade school friend Mike.
One thing led to another and he pulled an old photo on his phone … ah, memories that are only appropriate in hindsight.
I told him I’d at least like to archive it on the blog for a Throwback #TBT — but suspect it will mean little to those who don’t know the full Kentucky Fried Chicken story … and the details that involve a ban from the restaurant and a visit from a deputy. Need I go further??? I think NOT! 😉
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