CLOSING IN ON MY BIRTHDAY

Well it's now less than three days before before my birthday and I am already feel every bit of 40 with all my aches and pains. I am happy to report that my ear is better now and it is at about 95% with an occasional flair up in the morning. I do have a couple more ailments now though, my right elbow is very sore again and the right side of my upper torso is a bit sore as well. I am just getting to old for softball. Scottie's middle school football team will try to extend there winning streak to 2 games this afternoon, Scott didn't know who they will be playing to today but I am sure he will give us an update later today. It is going to be a very cool 70 today here in CH with about 60% chance of rain. I guess Melanie will get some more soup the next time I make it, my soup pot finally returned back to the house Monday night after an extended absence. I have posted an old photo me today with my footabll uniform on, and yes I have always been a Packer fan. MICKEY

1851, American medical pioneer Walter Reed was born in Gloucester County, Va.
1922, the highest shade temperature on the earth's surface was recorded in El Azizia, Libya, which reached 136.4 degrees Fahrenheit.

In order to have a winner, the team must have a feeling of unity; every player must put the team first -- ahead of personal glory.
Paul Bryant

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Actress Jacqueline Bisset is 62
Singer Peter Cetera is 62
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Actress Louise Lombard ("CSI") is 36
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