Weather: low 67 degrees, high 78 degrees, mostly cloudy skies
We had more showers overnight, but they didn't cause any problems as far as severe weather. No rain today, thank goodness. Isolated showers are forecast for the rest of the week, but I would be happy if it stayed dry.
After breakfast, I went to the library to return some books and videos and check out more. It is surprising how busy this library is every time I go there. One thing is certain: The libraries of today are a far cry from what we used ten years ago. Computer terminals, Internet access, dvds to check out, best selling books to check out, genealogy records to research, and other services that didn't exist not so long ago. Where we will be in the next ten years?
On my way home, I stopped and picked up a few groceries. We have found that as we get more senior (older), we eat less. As a result, we seem to be spending less money on food than in the past, even though prices are up.
I saw in the news that the stock market has erased the losses for the S&P 500 index for the year. Will that cause anyone to have more confidence in the stock market? There doesn't seem to be that much to be positive about coming from Wall Street or the government.
During our trip to the west coast in 2004, we spent some time near Crescent City, California, the northernmost town on the coast of California. We liked Northern California almost as much as Oregon. We saw many beautiful areas, and Crescent City was one of the nicest areas. The city has experienced 17 tsunamis since 1943, with the worse one occurring in 1964. At least 12 people were confirmed killed, more than 280 buildings were destroyed, and over 1000 cars and 25 large fishing vessels were destroyed. It is a funny feeling to be driving in an area that has signs posted about tsunamis warnings.
Here's a picture of the beach and ocean at Crescent City.
Here's a picture of the light house at Crescent City. The waves from the tsunami of 1964 knocked the glass out of the top windows.
More later, be safe.
Today's Town - Temple Terrace, Florida: A City For Living
Not all who wander are lost.
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