I like to grill because I think the food tastes better. And I like being outdoors. Except this whole week it’s close to 100 degrees – even more if you take into consideration the heat index or “feels like” temperature of 125.

When its this hot, the oven heats up the kitchen so much that the whole first floor goes up at least 5 degrees. At least if I’m grilling that keeps the heat outside. Now if I could just show my woman how to make a batch of brownies on the grill.

Today all eyes are on the groundhog. Does he see his shadow? Does he come out of his burrow and stay out? Will Spring ever come?

Well, the official word is that the groundhog in Pennsylvania has seen his shadow and he is going back to sleep for another 6 weeks – at least. Bad news for the people who wanted an early Spring.

Not a good month to be a turkey. I hear that turkeys are difficult to raise because they die easily. Don’t know that I would want to spend all my time raising critters that die from being scared in a thunderstorm or some other loud noise. If I had to raise critters I would stick with cows – a very versatile animal. And then maybe a few chickens. But not turkeys.

The autumn has been so mild – I like having the chance to appreciate the fall air and scenery. We actually took a drive up to the mountains and admired the colors last weekend. We are going to have a great Halloween – no rain and warm temperatures mean the kids get to wear their costumes with pride and abandon. No winter coats or rain gear to spoil the dress up fun.