Post 4th days

So, here we are! Listening to the Beatles: " The long, and winding road". A melancholy lover's lament for the loss of friend. It always evokes a feeling of times lost and gone. but I always enjoys the chorus, perhaps it has to do with the line: a long, long, time ago. But, now, Obexer's is hummin' with the stable of its many seasonal visitors, congregating on the doorsteps, catching up on another year's activities, and all those events to come. Welcome to our world.

The Lake looks about the same as it did a month ago: how come? Where's all the run off? The snow is about history, the stream flow volumes have become diminished, and the gates at Fanny Bridge have remained closed. Rafters are absent except for the few individuals on their own. So, are we saving water? Apparently. The water gods have awakened and they're taking no prisoners( a frightening experience when you think about it!)Providers are asking for rate increases and the natives are restless. This follows a report of a study that spelled out the pay scale differences between private employers and the Federal Gov. There exists a 14% pay difference with Fed employees making the most money, when one accounts for education and experience. Not good.

Bear Notes
A mature bruin loped down Sunnyview Dr the other evening around 8pm. Locals took note and stayed indoors for the moment.