The hits....literally...

The last session of the current Saline Rec Dodgeball season has ended for our team, the Above Average Jo's. I was intrigued with the zany movie "Dodgeball" and watched it 3 times in the last few months. How fun! I thought. So did a few others: Judy Stone Nutrition Magician & David Ames Ames Video Services. It was the most painful team experience ever. But not because of staff from Saline Rec Center. They were great! Sunshine Lambert has hosted the league for some time. The teams are comprised mostly of young men high school to 20 somethings. A few, well 2, other young women also played and held their own.

There's something about the image of a few 6'+ 200+/- guys going after a high school kid that weighs maybe 110. The fact that I was older than their parents was a bit disheartening. Was it my imagination, or did the rec staff at the desk smile, chuckle and shake their heads every time I arrived? Jeff Wellmeier and Dave Marshall were true team players showing up for every game without complaint. The rest of us, well you can guess what we were thinking. Thanks also to Manny, Scott, Doug, Jordan, and Garret for making the team what it was--especially our last night!

Team number one, the "Cobras" includes Steve from Steve's Custom Signs and his teammates, oozed good sportmanship! We were envious of their new gladiator uni's. All in all, an interesting life experience. Know of any young adults that have energy to burn? Send 'em to Dodgeball.

Truthfully, a rude awakening that I'm not as young as I used to be. What will I take from this experience? If you can duck a wrench, you can duck a dodgeball!

The Hits Just Keep on Rollin'

It's the time of the year that Michiganders and other cold weather gardeners and landscapers dread and love, at the same time. It's catalog time. Are you inundated with reams of paper? teasing, colorful, rich flowers and plants? Goodies and tools that are intriguing? Do these publications get you through some of these dreary days? Write with your favorites so we don't miss them.

Have you seen some of the beautiful sunsets we've had lately? They are breathtaking. The pink and orange hues of the sky are a sight to behold! I love the seasons of Michigan and will continue to
accept the challenge of making a seasonal business work! Landscapers and gardeners unite!

FFAS a hit!

Our second annual Valentines Dinner by Food For All Season was a hit. Owner Antoinette Benjamin met us at the door, explained reheating, and sent us off with our entrees, salads, soup, rolls and desserts. Everything was wonderful. I wonder if extra desserts will be an option next year? Mark your calendars for early Feb 2009.

Brrrrring on the snow.

Brrrrr! Is it ever cold outside. I'm glad we got a couple of inches of snow before the temperatures dropped to 0 degrees F. Snow is mother nature's thermal blanket. Well maybe not thermal, but it is insulating. Snow naturally insulates the ground and everything underground (plant roots, water and sewer pipes, etc.) from the freezing ambient air temperatures. The deeper the snow, the greater the protection. So as the temps continue to linger in the single digits and teens, be grateful for the occasional snow showers. The more snow the better.

Would You Believe...

With the cooler temps, I find it hard to spend quality time outdoors. Exercise is tougher, even walking the dog takes effort. This photo shows my introspective side. Hah! It was a class assignment from my Beyond Business As Usual class. Truth is my
friend and Eco Coach, Laura MacKimmie would have approved.
This was one way to spend part of Super Bowl Sunday.
Ah, the wisdom we can gather from nature,
if we give it a chance.

You Haven't Lived Until...

Valentines day is almost here. Who cares, you ask? I do and anyone else who has enjoyed Food For All Season's memorable catering. The food is exquisite. This meal is phenomenal! Check out the menu and order both the salad and soup. I think there are more menu items this year. If we were smart we would order 1 of each and feast for two days. My single friends do order two different entrees and enjoy them for two terrific days. Order now, you will not be disappointed...well, you will be if you don't live in the Ann Arbor area.
Happy Valentines Day, in advance!