I'm going in on Thursday, August 4th for another "staged intervention" : balloon angioplasty, and placement of an additional stent or two to hold back the night.
Had a similar procedure done July 14th. It stopped most of the angina---but did leave me shorter of breath than when I started. (I've been sticking pretty close to home as a result - that, and resting a lot.)
In September, the doctors want to have at me again....
It's a mite depressing, but I'll get over it---------------or not.
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. John Hurff this weekend . Mr. Hurff is a working farmer -(you'll notice it when you shake hands)- and has succeeded his Dad-the late Myron Hurff as President of William Shober & Sons, Inc. (Orchards and Farm Market) 1125 Monroeville Rd., Monroeville, NJ 08343.
I asked permission to take pictures, after seeing his "Thank You Veterans" display along the country roadside.
I learned from Mr. Hurff he hosts a special Veterans' Day celebration, in which any Veteran who shows up receives a "thank-you" gift of apples and cider.
Mr. Hurff thanked me for my (humble) service. I'd like to thank him for his consistent support.
I've noticed a quiet patriotism here - due,in no small part to the large numbers of South Jersey residents who have volunteered to serve their country - and the substantial number of those who sacrificed all to do so.
In January, 2011, I sold the (Central Jersey) home I had lived in for over 38 years and moved in with my son and his family in a pleasant "South Jersey" town.
Keeping in mind I was raised on a farm, and grew up in a small country town in rural New York, I've missed the "ambience" of country living for a very long time . I've found it here in South Jersey - which is so unlike the rest of the state it has considered secession ; and am comfortable with the feeling I have at last "come home".
From time to time, I stick my camera in the car, and go out for a ride. When possible, I ask permission before photographing private property - but generally, if it's clearly visible from the side of the road, no invasion of privacy is involved.( I try to avoid abusing that concept.)
Sometimes, the image that catches my eye is right at my doorstep.
Other times, I have to travel a bit.
Incidentally, I believe that's an ostrich keeping those goats company !
Yes, there's even a sky-diving school nearby !!
You can see there are enough things around here to capture the eye-so, don't be too surprised if I post a bit of South Jersey here now and again !
I've been exploring my new "stamping grounds" in southern New Jersey , and today my travels took me to the Sharrott Winery at 370 South Egg Harbor Road, (Rte 561) Blue Anchor, NJ
This is a relatively new enterprise - built and planted from the ground up on a 58 acre tract in primarily rural Winslow Twp.
The winery - which is owned and operated by the Sharrott family - is solar - powered , with an impressive array in back.
The blending and bottling area boasted an assortment of vats and barrels.
The adjoining pastures and barns were easy on this former country boy's eyes !
ps: The wine was pretty good - especially the "Trio" blend !
Yet another Holiday season draws to a close , but the glorious holiday music lingers on.
Who could forget the stirring "Hail-To-Moo-Cows" Chorus - whose words reverbrate in our very souls ??
"And peace shall reign for heifer and heifer..."
Did I mention this stirring chorus is part of Farmdell's "Moo-siah" ??
