Northport Diner

Coker, Alabama

Weather: low 70 degrees, high 92 degrees, partly cloudy, hazy

The haze was so thick today that it looked like it might rain before the day was over. No rain occurred, so the haze will probably be back tomorrow. Too bad, because it makes for a very uncomfortable day with the resulting heat and humidity.

Terri and I asked Carolyn to go with us to look at two of the apartments we saw yesterday. She is able to see different things in a situation that I don't notice, and it's always good to have her input when we are making a decision. She agreed that both of the apartments would work for Terri and Thomas, but she also agreed that one of them would require installing a telephone and Internet connection because the wireless signal in that location is so bad. At the other apartment complex, the wireless signal is very strong, so Terri will be able to use her cell phone and air card for telephone and Internet access. So, with everything else being equal, Terri decided to take the second apartment. She turned in all the paperwork and will go back tomorrow to sign the lease. The apartment will be available on the 25th, so it works out great for her timetable.

Two of the dogs were supposed to be taken by a new family today, but the new owners could not make it. They will pick them up on Sunday. Terri is very sad about giving the dogs to a new family, but she knows it is best for the dogs. We thought the female dog was also adopted, but the prospective person backed out. Hopefully, another owner will be found soon.

We had a termite inspection performed of the house today, and there were no issues. If needed, Terri will be able to get a termite bond for a buyer, but she will hold up on that until it is needed. Most buyers do not require it.

We tried a new place (for Carolyn and I) for lunch. Usually, we don't eat much for lunch, preferring to eat a late breakfast and supper later in the day. However, we had been told by several people that the Northport Diner was a good place for lunch, so we tried it out today. I chose the meatloaf, fried okra, and field peas. Carolyn picked the pork chop, dressing with gravy, green beans, and cranberry sauce. She thought she was only getting one pork chop, but actually got two. Both of us had cornbread with the meal. We were offered free ice cream as a dessert. I have to say this meal was about as close to home cooked as anything I have ever gotten in a restaurant. And the price was very reasonable. I was full (actually, I was too full), and Carolyn brought enough of her food home that she had enough for supper. We will be going back to that restaurant.

More later, be safe.

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