My usual time of year

As the second weekend of February comes around, you will usually find me in Kingsville, TX, resting and relaxing at the in-laws. We headed up for birthday and anniversary celebrations and a good time was had by all. Mom and Dad have been married 53 years, and that is a long time by any definition.

I enjoyed seeing the 1973 income tax return showing that Dad's total tax withholding that year was $900 which resulted in a $140 refund. If you every start thinking of money too much, just think how little today's dollar will seem in 30 or 40 years.

Weather has certainly changed a lot over the few days. In Kingsville, it was about 48 degrees and felt very cold with the north wind. On the way home going south, the temperature rose gradually by the mile, to 55 degrees. Today it was sunny and 68.

To court today, and it was a tense time with a family law temporary orders hearing. It kind of reminded me of the protective orders that we heard in the municipal court. You could tell the judge anything, but you knew she was going to rule the same way, every time. So we made the most of the situation.

Tomorrow is Valentine's Day and I'm in good shape with the cards, candies and flowers.