Vertical Planting

Sabal Palms work well.

Meals delivered

So many kinds of meals delivered with more or less cooking:
So much choice, so much searching, do you have favorites?
Gobble, Blue Apron, HelloFresh, Leafside, Green Chef, MagicKitchen, Plated, The Good Kitchen, Martha & Marley Spoon. Freshly. SunBasket * dietary needs.
You can search all kinds of reviews online.  I'm beat ;-)
https://highlightreviews.com/meal-delivery?wfcid=515be2fb-5bb8-0e04-b9dc-13a48b4573c9&gclid=

Andover I dazzle

Andover I dresses up for the holidays, thanks for showing.

AllhealthTV.com

Our channel #205 All Health All the Time has some useful programs on various medical conditions.  Sensible doctors and personal experiences.  Also you can find the individual programs as needed on AllhealthTV.com

A parent thing

What do I want for Christmas?

My family each year ask me the same question. Here is my real answer:
What do I want for Christmas? I want you. I want you to rant about your problems, rant about life, whatever. Tell me about your job, your worries, your friends, the kids, your fur babies. I want you to continue sharing your life with me. Thank goodness for phones and pc's, laugh with me, or laugh at me, I don't care. Hearing you laugh is music to me.
I spent a lot of my life raising you the best way I knew how, you worked out pretty well. Now, give me time to sit back and admire my work.
I want you to spend your money making a better life for you and your families, I have the things I need. I want to see you happy and healthy. When you ask me what I want for Christmas, I say "nothing" because you've already been giving me my gift all year. I want you and I want to be content, live with good government that keeps things neat, clean, orderly, tolerant, little crime. Boring is good.

Okee Aldi

The renovated Aldi on Okeechobee is open

Seasonal decorations

Classic CV

Driver was OK, Sorry.

Assoc Preparedness Plan

Does your association have a preparedness plan (we have been asked that by absent owners)

Here is our work in progress (WIP)  -

• create an emergency to-do list and a preparedness plan

• maintain a roster of residents, Assoc bank information and staff information, including names, addresses and phone numbers

• maintain keys to each unit

• have copies of the wind, flood and property insurance policies digitally, as well as in water-proof containers

• photograph/take video of the interiors and exteriors of the property and common areas, for before and after proofs.

• collect emergency supplies in event of an emergency, including flashlights, batteries, radios, water and non-perishables See previous post.

• review the insurance deductible to determine whether the association has necessary funds on hand, or if it has to plan to obtain some, in event of an emergency

• verify emergency evacuation routes

• prior to a storm, contact vendors to take precautionary measures, such as cutting down trees, clearing debris, securing common elements, and shuttering windows/doors. Involve maintenance company as needed.

• plan for water and electric shut-off times and furniture storage !?

• assign a communications facilitator to keep residents updated and informed, possibly via association website or text messaging

• know which residents will remain on the property during the emergency

• encourage all residents to stay informed

Florida, statute doesn’t dictate exactly what an association must plan for when it comes to emergencies. Of course, a board still has a fiduciary duty to protect its property and residents.  It’s in the association’s best interests to be ready for an emergency, even if the law isn’t breathing down its back. Shari Wald Garrett, an associate at the law firm of Siegfried, Rivera, Hyman, Lerner, De La Torre, Mars, and Sobel, P.A., offers these suggestions to associations, noting that these are not all-inclusive.

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emergency kit + net

The Condo Cooperator paper suggests every association should have an emergency kit (as well as individuals).

And do not forget the butterfly net. !! The butterfly net is the CV way to remove frogs from toilet bowls. Thx MM.

Nutritional Meals

My dried Leafside meals arrived. goleafside.com  based on Dr Greger all vegan, whole foods, plant based, no cooking, no chopping, all I do is boil water.  Not as pretty as some plates but good for me and tasty.  Each meal delivers at least 1/2 of the daily dozen nutrients.  See also Dr Greger  Nutritionfacts.org

Check your ballot

Online - Go to Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections and then - Mail Ballot Status, scroll way down, mine has been updated to read 'your ballot has been tabulated'

Dinner party

100 YEARS

Translate

NORTHERN STARS AND CSI VETERAN'S SPAGHETTI DINNER

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ALL ARE WELCOME,  VETERANS AND NON VETERANS

PLEASE COME AND JOIN THE FUN AT THE SPAGHETTI DINNER FOR OUR VETERANS.

NOVEMBER 12TH

MONDAY NIGHT 6PM

CLUBHOUSE

PARTY ROOM

THE VETERANS WILL BE SERVED DINNER  FIRST. THEN ALL OTHERS WILL BE SERVED.

WE WILL HAVE COFFEE AND CAKE TOO.

IF YOU WANT TO BRING YOUR OWN DRINKS AND SNACKS YOU CAN.

WE WILL HAVE SINGING, DANCING,  FREE DOOR PRIZES,

ALSO PLEASE HELP US RAISE MONEY FOR THE HONOR FLIGHT, PLEASE PURCHASE RAFFLE TICKETS. ALL THE SPONSOR WILL HAVE WONDERFUL GIFT BASKETS TO WIN.

ALL THE MONEY FROM THE RAFFLE TICKETS AND IF YOU WANT TO GIVE A DONATION, WILL GO TO THE HONOR FLIGHT.

LET'S HELP OUR VETERANS!

ALL ARE WELCOME!    VETERANS AND NON VETERANS

IF YOU PLEASE CAN,  RSVP TO CSI,  561-373-0329

THIS WILL HELP TO MAKE SURE WE HAVE ENOUGH DINNER FOR ALL.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE,

BRING YOUR MILITARY PICTURES AND PICTURES OF FAMILY IN THE MILITARY TO SHARE WITH US.

SEE YOU MONDAY NIGHT 6PM

NOVEMBER 12TH.

FUN FUN FUN.

THANK YOU, JANISSE 

Happy Bonfire Night

Make the treacle toffee and parkin, and charcoaled potatoes.

Remember, remember the Fifth of November,
The Gunpowder Treason and Plot,
I know of no reason
Why the Gunpowder Treason
Should ever be forgot.

Guy Fawkes, Guy Fawkes, ’twas his intent
To blow up the King and Parli’ment.
Three-score barrels of powder below
To prove old England’s overthrow;
By God’s mercy he was catch’d
With a dark lantern and burning match.
Hulloa boys, Hulloa boys, let the bells ring.
Hulloa boys, hulloa boys, God save the King!  

Toys

I think mother is telling baby he can have one when he grows up, downtown  WPB yesterday.

WW1

In remembrance of the many support animals that fought for us in World War 1.

ABOUT LAGOONFEST 11/3

About  LagoonFest

You’re invited to explore Lake Worth Lagoon, one of the most fascinating and beautiful waterways in The Palm Beaches. LagoonFest takes place on November 3, 2018, along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach.

The Event

First, it’s FREE! And that’s just for starters. LagoonFest brings to life one of the most incredible urban estuaries in Florida – Lake Worth Lagoon. You’ll find the event along Flagler Drive in downtown West Palm Beach, with the actual Lagoon providing a gorgeous backdrop to the event.  Participate in a variety of activities, such as Kayak Clean-Up Tours, Paddleboard Yoga Demonstrations, Mural Painting Wall and Kid Zone. Visit more than 40 exhibitor booths, and then indulge in delicious local foods at the West Palm Beach GreenMarket.

Free Kayak Clean-Up Tours 
See the Lagoon, on the Lagoon. Our partners at Visit Palm Beach are offering free guided kayak clean-up tours of the South Cove Natural Area. Tours start at 9 a.m., 10:15 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. To participate, please pre-register.

Picture Time with Free Calendars 
See remarkable pictures selected for the official Lake Worth Lagoon calendar, and pick up a free copy of that calendar where you see the displays. It’s all happening outside on our main stage, located on the north end of LagoonFest.

The Location
LagoonFest takes place on Flagler Drive, home to many events throughout the year. It’s a long street, but you’ll find all the action between North and South Clematis Street. Look for the Clematis Street fountains and walk through the West Palm Beach GreenMarket toward the waterfront.

Where to Park
Parking is located in the City of West Palm Beach Evernia Street and Banyan Boulevard garages, both of which are close by.
Evernia Garage – Free Parking from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. (2 p.m. – 5 a.m. Normal operation)
Banyan Garage will be a flat fee of $5.00 from 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. (2 p.m. – 5 a.m. Normal operation)
On-street parking is metered, while various other downtown parking lots have flat or hourly rates. View a map of nearby parking garages.

West Palm Beach GreenMarket
While at LagoonFest, you may notice another event happening right over your shoulder. Our friendly neighbor is the seasonal West Palm Beach GreenMarket, featuring fresh foods and local goods from more than 90 vendors. It’s the first and foremost greenmarket in The Palm Beaches, and it never disappoints.

Paulette Burdick

County Commissioner

District Two

Brrrr!

USPS Informed Delivery

I tried to track online a USPS parcel, hopeless, something wrong with USPS, however, in the search I signed up with Personal Account. Everyday I get an email with pictures of my mail, which then show up in the mail box. It seemed silly - photos of junk mail, UNTIL BOMB THREATS.  Now I am glad to see what is coming.

Your United States Postal Service Online Personal Account
Account Type: Personal
Thank you for registering with www.USPS.com.  With your new username and password, 
you can immediately take advantage of the following products and services:
Your account qualifies for Informed Delivery.
 - Create a shipping label
- Schedule a package pickup
- Order mailing/shipping supplies
- Manage and Pay for a PO Box
- Buy stamps

Flawdah

Hole in One

Terrific job by workers, and traffic re-directors. Now we just have white sand beach.

for Foodies

Note, There are many deliveries of Hello Fresh around CV.  If you use the code TV60 the first 3 meals are free, but check terms and conditions of cancellation.  Yes, you still have to chop and cook.

absentee ballot or early voting site

To receive an absentee ballot or find the early voting site nearest to you, call the Supervisors office at 656-6200 or email https://www.pbcelections.org/content.aspx?id=343 ASAP!
October 31st is last day to order absentee ballots.

Good Old Days

Ballots

ask for a receipt too

C'mon Authors

There are 29 authors listed for Blog part 2, they can post anytime.  I am admin and put up an occasional thought to show Blog is active, C'mon authors.  Room for more overflow from Part 1.

Roud Folk Song Index - Wikipedia
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roud_Folk_Song_Index 

Maybe Dave can add to his repertoire of limericks
or the theatre group could do a folk show.
Dig in and then search youtube for performance

Cartoon

We really need cartoonists, and comedians, and Justice.

Generation Z

Is that because the brains are ZZZZZZZZZ ?

PR TV

10 pm tonight on CNN, What Really Happened in Puerto Rico.
Water in waiting still !!!

Don't worry, CAM is here.

Another CV Sign

to further understanding of younger peeps

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vZTkyZ5VHCk

or anything from Lisa Koshi 

Senior Synchronized swimming

Home values

Other Countries

If Germany can provide health care and college education to everyone, why can't the United States?

Take a look at what Finland, the happiest country in the world, is doing. If Finland can provide everyone with health care, send everyone to college for free and provide affordable child care, why can't the US?


The Netherlands has become the world’s 2nd biggest food exporter

African Factory Turns Trash into Energy, Clean Water and Bricks

At a time of mounting uncertainty in Europe, Portugal has defied critics who insisted on austerity as the answer to the Continent’s economic and financial crisis. Portugal's government raised public sector salaries, the minimum wage and pensions and even restored the amount of vacation days to pre-bailout levels over objections from creditors.

for more search:  World economic Forum, Initiatives ...  Climate reality ...  and Facebook Bernie Sanders

Happiness: 6 lessons you can practice now

Click > 

https://www.today.com/health/yale-popular-happiness-class-6-lessons-you-can-practice-now-t123226 


When Yale University psychology professor Laurie Santos set out to teach a new course on how to be happy, the reaction was stunning.

“Psychology and the Good Life,” which began this semester, is the most popular class in the history of Yale College, with more than 1,200 students enrolled, the Yale Daily News reported. One classroom wasn’t enough, so the lectures are now being simulcast around campus.

Other links present this as a formal college course.

TV Mute Button

I have long wanted a large mute button for commercials and His Heinous to help my multitasking, and finally, here it is:

SMASH MUTE...The Big, Fat TV Mute Button 

WORKS ON YOUR TV...Programs in about 10 seconds. Directions included, but you'll need 2 AA batteries.
THE JOY OF MUTING...No more fumbling around for that miserable little mute button on your TV remote. Just hit Smash Mute. It's amazingly satisfying.
CIVILIZED SUBSTITUTE...No more screaming obscenities at your TV.
A PRODUCT OF OUR TIMES...These days it's hard to watch TV without it.

Driving

FL lightning capital of USA

Big storm last night. I tried to take photo of small lightning flashes thru window,  then one massive bolt lit the whole neighborhood and sky beyond.  Brighter than sun! at 9pm.  Unretouched photos.

C'mon Down to Florida

Recycle

This photo is not CV, but it could be easily achieved here.

Joints

But is it Art!

Huge CV digging to put in optical cable for new internet and cable - 37 miles network cable, 17 miles fiber optic, 10 miles coaxial.  Much of this has been hand dug by 5 workers, amazing working up to 11 hours per day.

That hot

and use oven mitts on your steering wheel ..

How hot is it?

Sandmaid

Village workers

Extraordinary workers dig until 6pm, what are you doing!

hibiscus

New Liberty

Florida seal

Cat person

Opt Out of online advertising

http://optout.networkadvertising.org/?c=1#!/ 


https://www.today.com/video/how-to-opt-out-of-most-internet-advertising-jeff-rossen-demonstrates-1241751619791 

Worked for me!

Anthony Bourdain

Bourdain’s CNN colleague and friend, Christiane Amanpour, said: “My heart breaks for Tony Bourdain. May he rest in peace now. He was a friend, a collaborator, and family. A huge personality, a giant talent, a unique voice and deeply, deeply human. My heart goes out to his daughter and family, and his longtime partners and friends at ZPZ 

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/gallery/2018/jun/08/anthony-bourdain-a-life-in-pictures  

Deluging June

Mega Mary

also known as Dave' snack, how many foods can you count? click to enlarge.  Hey where is my hard boiled egg!

Mothers

Avalanche Flamingos

Avalanche warning area.  In all seriousness, while flamingos are fun, they do serve a serious purpose. We want to reopen roads as soon as possible each spring, but we also need to keep our crews safe in the process. Closely following our safety policy lets us achieve both goals. And, if some of our tools also make the crews smile during a long, dangerous job, that doesn't hurt either.  WA