Dad 771: It's Thursday!

(Dad writes today! ~ Tracy)

Derf Here! First blog post on a Thursday. Thanks, followers!

Another pre-summer day with temps high enough to use the air. Used the air every day for the last week. Machine still works well. Reached 100 degrees the other day. Hope the temps go down in the near future.

Cooper Flagg got drafted "Number One" in the NBA draft last night. First and only "Number One" draft pick from Maine. He was the college basketball player of the year while at Duke University, winning all the individual awards. His twin brother, Ace, will play for University of Maine next year. We will watch Cooper and Ace play whenever possible.

Joe and Kim are happy staying at the camp and seem to be set up for the summer. Kaelen is staying in the "craft room" at Debbie's house.

We are awaiting more visitors from Illinois — granddaughter, grandson-in-law, and the great-grandkids — later in July.  Looking forward to seeing Kelsey, Zach, Bode, and Boston.

At summer's end we will go back to our normal life again. We can handle that. We are hoping for another good year for Zach's basketball team. We will be watching!

Done for the day!

Until next time!

Toodle Pip!

Derf!

A Busy Week

We had a busy week in our household. So busy that my father didn't write his post on Thursday — and I forgot to put any update until today!

Dad's been dealing with swollen legs due to cardiovascular issues (resulting in fluid buildup). Lew and I took him to Urgent Care on Friday. He had a great doctor, who ended up doubling the dose of one of Dad's prescriptions. Dad's lower legs are wrapped, and we will take off the wraps either tomorrow or Tuesday. Then he should wear medium-strength compression stockings. That will be fun. (I call them "the evil stockings.")

Let's see... did anything else major happen in the world recently?  Operation Midnight Hammer!

We're embarking on an exceptionally warm week. Air conditioners are in the windows. Stay cool.

The Arrival of Summer

Kim, Joe, and Kaelen have arrived from Illinois! They left home Sunday morning and got here Monday evening, just in time for a meal from Ken's Place. Their arrival means summer has started!

Some sad news is that Cocoa didn't make the trip to Maine with them. He made his way to "doggie heaven" instead. Kim, Joe, and Kaelen had Cocoa for many years. He was loved very much, and I know they miss him.  Farewell to you, sweet Cocoa. You were a good dog.

Kelsey, Zach, Bode, and Boston will be coming later in July to complete the Illinois invasion. Looking forward to their arrival, too!

Happy start of Summer!

Dad 770: A Day Change

(Dad announces a change regarding his weekly blogging! ~ Tracy)

Derf Here!

Another great day.

After writing 770 blog posts — usually on Wednesdays — I am changing to Thursdays. This will allow me to keep you up-to-date on a more current basis after my appointments.

I will start my "new day" next week with blog post number 771. So continue to stay tuned on Thursdays to learn what is going on.

Until next time!

Toodle Pip!

Derf!

The Second Seed

Lew and I enjoyed watching the French Open tennis final matches this past weekend. It was the top seed against the second seed in both the women's and the men's finals. And the second seed won both. Congratulations to Coco Gauff and Carlos Alcaraz on their exciting wins!

We also watched the PBA Tour Finals. (If you don't watch professional bowling, you should start. It's fun!) Oddly enough, it was the top seed against the second seed in the final match, just like in the tennis. And the second seed won. Congratulations to Andrew Anderson on his win!

So what is it about #2's ability to beat #1? Maybe the second seed is under less pressure and is able to play more loosely. I wonder how often the two has defeated the one in all sporting events to date. Someone (not I) should do some research. I would be interested in the findings.

We're Number Two! 😀

Dad 769: If the Tooth Fits

(Dad writes today. The switch to Thursday for his weekly posts may be permanent! Will let you know. ~ Tracy)

Derf Here!

Another beautiful summer day in the Northeast. We have now had a string of five to six days of great weather.

Was able to get to my dentist for a final checkup on my fake tooth. The mold for the tooth fit well, so they will now make a permanent replacement. Sending it back to the lab for the final tooth. When it comes back to my dentist, the final phase will be to insert it into my mouth. Hopefully the tooth won't need much tweaking. Another project will be done. Great! Right now it is scheduled for completion on June 23rd. Listen in and I'll keep you posted.

All for now.

Until next time!

Toodle Pip!

Derf!

Derf Tomorrow!

Check back tomorrow for a special Thursday edition of Derf!

Dad will write an update after his dental appointment scheduled for tomorrow afternoon.

😁