Happy New Year

 

My boss, who is on vacation, phoned me today. He said, "Is everything OK at the office?"

 

I said, "It's all under control. It's been a very busy day. I haven't stopped to take a break all day."

 

"Can you do me a favor," he asked.

 

I said, "Of course, what is it?"

 

 "Pick up the pace a little. I'm in the foursome behind you."

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 

Post Christmas

Rae in JFK

Went to see Ferdinand the bull with LJ, Joseph, Isabelle, Sergio, Raeanna and Jack. Very cute movie

At hospital with Rae, endocrinologist just checked her, spoke a little bit to the social worker, had a quick chat with Dr Shah - infectious specialist. He said make sure her bed at home has all clean bedding. Not clean linens is a breathing place for bacteria. The way she was oozing no way that the current sheets should stay there. Had a bowl of soup for lunch at 3

 

Boys have BB game tonight at St Stan sayreville.

Friday great gym workout

Went to hospital, Rae progressing

Gave Claudia the go ahead for Mommy room. Flipped mattress, told everyone to send out clothes for washing.

Lj ordered new pillows and bedding

Had lunch at d'talia it was Friday. Ran into a bunch of guys from MGCC including Dr Yaremczak.

Home for a bit

Back at hospital

Joey D keeps calling and asking Mommy's condition.

Lj, Isabelle, Vicky, Rose and Corrine all visited. 

Spoke to Dr Sharma and he says he is getting updates

She is back from MRI very groggy.

Geneen and I tried make her comfortable

Went home stopped for coffee

Isabelle won her game and she had a basket. 

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Fw: FW: A good 'un

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 

 

An older golfer was hitting his ball from near a water hazard and his club fell into the water. 

 When he cried out, the Lord appeared and asked, "Why are you crying? 

The golfer replied that his club had fallen into the water and he needed the club to have a chance to win the tournament and supplement his meager pension...

The Lord went down into the water and reappeared with a golden club.

"Is this your club?" the Lord asked.

The golfer replied, "No.

The Lord again went down and came up with a silver club.

"Is this your club?" the Lord asked.  
   
Again, the golfer replied, "No.

The Lord went down again and came up with an iron club. "Is this your club?" the Lord asked. 

The golfer replied, "Yes.

"The Lord was pleased with the golfer's honesty and gave him all three clubs to keep, and the golfer went home happy.

Sometime later, the golfer was walking with his wife along the water hazard, and she fell into the river. 

When he cried out, the Lord again appeared and asked him, "Why are you crying?"


"Oh Lord, my woman has fallen into the water!


The Lord went down into the water and came up with Kate Upton.  "Is this your woman?" the Lord asked?



Kate Upton


"Yes," cried the golfer.

  
The Lord was furious. "You lied!  That is an untruth!"
                                                                      

The golfer replied, "Oh, forgive me Lord.  It is a misunderstanding.  You see, if I had said 'No' to Kate Upton, you would have come up with Jennifer Anniston.  Then if I said 'No' to her, you would have come up with my woman..  Had I then said 'Yes,' you would have given me all three.  And Lord, I am an old man not able to take care of all three women in a way that they deserve ... that's why I said 'Yes' to Kate Upton.



And God was pleased



The moral of this story is: 

          

If a golfer ever tells a lie, it is for a good and honorable reason and only out of consideration for others!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Happy New Year

For a club with big issues arguing over who can come into the different rooms makes little or no sense.  If we have rules just enforce them ( dress code, playing times, general decorum) fairly. If you want change then be willing to get involved. Its easy to throw snowballs from the cheap seats. The board also needs to be a bit more receptive to changing ideas this my way or the highway doesn't work. Over the past 13 years we have gone from full membership to too few members. When we got the tax rebate from Edison I was comfortable that we had the opportunity to have monetary stability. I was wrong. No sacred cows we need to look at every phase of our operation. 

The time has come to be make moves to save and nurture MGCC. You are either part of the solution or ............ As we approach 2018 think about it. I have enjoyed my time here but at my age I am not the future. We need to recruit new families that will take us forward. What we are currently doing doesn't seem to be working. 

Happy New Year to everyone 

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"We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid."

~ Benjamin Franklin ~

Christmas

Christmas Eve at the Lowry's never without drama. Lots of great food and seeing the family. Not sure but this maybe the last one for me and Rae. Driving home not an easy chore.

Christmas at Geneen's house was nice. Did a lot of napping. Really watched how much I ate still too much. All was too good. I am so lucky 7 grandkids each one so special

Tube spitting was too funny 23andme 

Presents are always nice. Bb8 and hover board seem like the big winners

Hoping Rae's leg gets better. Busy week want to see Ferdinand, have Caren's memorial, Rae Dr, BB and New year's. 

Made a reservation for two at d'talia for new years Eve at 530. 

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Star wars

Saw Star Wars yesterday. The story has evolved to the story line from " Battle Star Galatica" which was a TV series starring Lorne Green. A group of humanoids staying one step ahead of the evil xylones. 

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Wawa

Graves at St James done, will get poinsettia for Mommy and Dad next week. 

Wawa flat bread toasted Ham and Swiss cheese outstanding. Not cheap but very good

So I stop at NJ DMV to pickup forms for permanent handicap plates. Just took my wallet and donuts in, they were overwhelmed. I now have my new plates and everything. They took my license and figured out everything, amazing when you are nice and have no expectations.

Back at Walmart waiting, amazing how much time is spent here.

Went to MGCC played gin made a few bucks. Doc is upset because our guys Christmas lunch is next Thursday. He had office hours. Joe reminded him that lunch at 1245, his hours start at 3 so he can do both. I will send him the address in the morning.

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Re: December MGCC

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On Dec 9, 2017, at 2:00 PM, Serge <sergiogerm1946@yahoo.com> wrote:

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate
Hanukkah begins at sundown on Tuesday, December 12, and ends with nightfall on Wednesday, December 20. The candles are lit for eight consecutive nights starting on December 12 and continuing through December 19. In Judaism, each day begins at sundown the evening prior, which is why the first candle lighting takes place on the 12th and none takes place on the 20th.

Think we should have Taco Night - not sure that hamburger night every Wednesday is smart. Variety might be a thought: Taco Night, Italian Night, Indian Night 

First snow of the year is here so be careful but don't forget MGCC. Sunday Brunches, company parties, that special dinner 

Even if you are not a golf fan you will love this one..........

 

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"We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid."

~ Benjamin Franklin ~

December MGCC

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate
Hanukkah begins at sundown on Tuesday, December 12, and ends with nightfall on Wednesday, December 20. The candles are lit for eight consecutive nights starting on December 12 and continuing through December 19. In Judaism, each day begins at sundown the evening prior, which is why the first candle lighting takes place on the 12th and none takes place on the 20th.

Think we should have Taco Night - not sure that hamburger night every Wednesday is smart. Variety might be a thought: Taco Night, Italian Night, Indian Night 

First snow of the year is here so be careful but don't forget MGCC. Sunday Brunches, company parties, that special dinner 

Even if you are not a golf fan you will love this one..........

 

www.youtube.com/embed/Ft2fLuz9mF0

http://sgerminario.blogspot.com/

"We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid."

~ Benjamin Franklin ~

Sad Saturday

At the church for Leon Watts funeral, 845 

Joseph and Jack dressed for BB

Picked up Corinne and got to the church a little bit early. Mass nicely done, cemetery with taps from Navy honor guard. Repast at il Costello Woodbridge, nice 

Joseph and Jack won and scored, Isabelle's team won 

Home Rae having bathroom issues 

Just a blah day

DD, picked up Adelina she is a good kid

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Busy

Wednesday was not to inspiring, went to Dr Inverno only to find out Rae had the wrong date. It's next week.

Isabelle's meds missing is a mystery. I just don't remember the succession of events clearly. 

Played gin won a few bucks

Thursday retro good work out.

Went to Fidelity Millburn had to move some stuff.

Lunch from sandwich station, porkroll Jack would be so jealous. Saw Mrs Figgeroratta there, Mommy is so jealous. I told her we probably will not see her tomorrow night at the pep rally for SJV basketball.

Looks like the funeral home is an hour away, not as bad as was predicted. I just don't drive well at night in areas I am not familiar with. 

Sitting outside of avenue while Rae makes an exchange

Walmart Edison 2 pm put Rae inside. Have to go to highland Park to pickup something for Rae. Back to Walmart had a short nap. 345 here comes Rae, have to beep horn. She was looking for flex

Just can't seem to get my phone to read texting messages

830 DD, picked up Isabelle going home  to watch football.

Rooting for no one in the game 

"Live long and prosper"
Serge 

Beautiful day

Great day played golf at MGCC, Bobby Sheer, Lucas, and Joey D. Got subs from garden deli south Plainfield, just a very nice sandwich. 

Won 5 bucks missed a lot of short putts but it was a bonus day

Giants say Eli benched, not smart

Called CVS to confirm that they got script from Dr Sharma office. New person not very nice at Dr office. Waited three hours stopped by CVS, not ready. DD picked up girls, got text saying script now ready, less than 10 minutes

Home no NCIS episode tonight, Charlie Brown Christmas special

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Tuesday

Ordered 2 Christmas gifts from Amazon both the same except for the color. One I paid shipping on and one I didn't seemed strange

Okay I called Eddie Bauer about ordering a pair of shorts. The rep had a very heavy accent after 12 minutes she says the number doesn't match any shirt in their system. I never saw LJ laugh so hard. I asked for a supervisor and worked it out. Does anyone interview job applicants? 

Bella called late Meg is having issues with pneumonia so they will be installing two tubes to remove fluids from her lungs. I can't imagine what she is going through, this must be driving Tom crazy he is so smart but can't help. 

Retro for streching Merrill Park to swing a club

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Cyber Monday

Retro really decent work out, Craig said he will be golfing tomorrow see me Wednesday. 

Out of effient called CVS for a refill, they will contact Dr office

Unity bank for a bank check, got title from safe deposit box for flex, also gave them my gift card list. I'LL pick up the cards on Wednesday. 

Delivered bank check to sansone asked a few questions about new car. 

Home, got grilled cheese, tomatoes and bacon from Sandwich Station, outstanding choice. 

Took Rae to Walmart linden short visit 1.75 hours. 

Dropped Joe off at Dr Yaremczak's office, I went to Wegmans for grapes. Picked up Joe. Dropped off script to CVS for Joe. Took Joe home, went back to CVS for pickup
Called Sharma office about refill, not a good feeling. New person who had a very hard time with English

Had corn muffins for dinner

DD coffee funny Indian lady, offered extra donut Joe said no thanks. She gave an extra anyway. 

Watching some football of course Isabelle wore J5's practice shorts which got her in trouble

Thinking Rae and Claudia might be getting along lol. Rae like her

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Cool Sunday

Played golf with JT, Greg, George, and Adam. It was cool and breezy. JT and Greg both hit the ball a long way, but George at a 22 handicap played the most consistent round. Adam is a 22 handicap also but wasn't very consistent. Won 5 bucks plus lunch

MGCC has no trail fee, for a club that is short on revenue that would be an area that needs investigating.

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Sassy Saturday

Gym better today

Craig, Maria, Bob and Vinny all there. Funny Maria was chatty today, talked about all the new houses on the street. She seems to know everyone

Decided to stop at sansone Hyundai, looking at the Santa Fe. Bryan is the sales guy. No pressure but they led me down the happy path. Boom I own a white 2017 Santa Fe ultimate. A very nice car. Arrived at 910 driving it home by noon. 

Rae fits the vehicle fine. 

We're meeting Stu and Deb Szycher for lunch. Chose Tony's south Plainfield for pizza. Their choice of venue, Deb loves pizza. Stu is a heart transplant survivor, they are heading home to Houston from Iceland. Stu sold his company and will be retiring this August. 

Tomato bread, pasta fagoli soup, pizza with vegetables and sausage, topped off with sausage roll with peppers, onions and mozzarella. I am full. Good conversation. 

Lisajoy, girls, and Joseph are going to the movies. Jack is home with us. Joe comes in he is really hurting with tooth ache. I have some antibiotics and pain killers that doc Y gave me.

DD for coffee and watching college football. Can't believe Miami lost to Pittsburgh, they looked so good against Notre Dame. 

Playing golf tomorrow

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Black Friday

Gym is empty, no more than 10 people in the place including the desk person. Did my walking and streching.

Merrill Park is empty also. Did my swings no joggers, no dog walkers, just me. Chilly but bright

Free coffee at 711 ( every 7th cup with app).

D'TALIA for lunch had Italian hotdogs as recommended by Chris. It was good just enough grease.

Joe, Joseph and I put up Christmas lights and decorations. Weather is cooperating. Only thing missing is the photo sensitive switch, Joe went to home Depot after lunch and got one. Will have to wait until dark to actually set the lights but they are in place.

I just realized how disappointed I am. I really believe we would be out of the house by now. I gave away my lawn deer ornaments last year. Rae is so insistent that we stay. House is too big and costly to maintain. Not sure what I am going to do once Marinello situation settles. One great thing is the house is much cleaner. 

Rae wants to go to shin to look for a necklace for LJ for Christmas. She got pricing, does seem happy.

Moved to Cathrine of course travel scooter not working, not sure what happened. I thought I charged it. Will have to check it out.

Meeting Stu and Deb for pizza tomorrow at 230. Chose Tony's not a lot of options, strawberries and gennero are too hard for Rae to get into. 

Grant sent a text asking if we are going there for leftover turkey. Rae comes out and says yes we should. Exchanged words she wants to go home first, finally she figures out that I am right. It's after 3 we are in Edison almost impossible to go home and get to Hamilton by 4. Actually have traffic on turnpike.

Had leftover turkey, Geneen's friend from work stopped by. Had leftover turkey and napped. Raeanna is in rare form. GMK jr is too funny and cute. 

Adelina, Joe, and Joseph decided to ride home with us. Joseph aiming lights. 

Watching a little VA vs VTech very boring game

DD than bed. 

"Live long and prosper"
Serge

Thanksgiving

Not a good night sleep, was worried about amount of antipasto. I don't think I have enough. 

Retro open but slow, guess everyone is busy getting ready for dinner

Got mcdees for breakfast, we will need something. Not eating dinner until later

Start loading car:

Tray of cold cuts

Two mozzarella cheese balls about 3 lbs

Containers of roasted red pepper, pickled veg's, trays of tomatoes and red onions

1240 on the road to kneller's, Adelina riding with us

A bit of traffic on turnpike arrived at 120.

Mrs kneller hobbling around, Herb looks good. Getting Rae in was done by Grant. 

Sergio, Raeanna and Grant Mathew all in very good mood

Went to my corner and watching football

Minnesota is up 14 quickly

Lowry's arrive

Everyone looking great: I think Caroline has matured so much in the past three months, amazing what being away at school can do

Dinner starts amazing amount of different types of bread. Antipasti, shrimp, stuffed mushrooms and sliced tomatoes with olive oil ( delicious).

Turkey, stuffing, three different potatoes, fried broccoli, Mac and cheese, two corns plus chicken cutlets awesome dinner

It's amazing how good all the kids were, it's a very long day

Lowry's going to see Thor tomorrow night and dinner at outback, amazing to be so organized. Lol 

Caroline seems to really be enjoying Clemson, I was worried but all seems great

Watching more football games plus just talking. 

Tried to have herb install wase on his phone. It's not happening. Kneller's left 6 pm, a bit late for them. Hope they don't get lost on the way home

Had a piece of chocolate pudding pie, that is it. I am done. 

Joe offered to drive home. I slept most of the way home.

Watching the Giants play, the offense is just terrible. They lost

"Live long and prosper"
Serge