I don’t see what the fuss is about house cleaning. Seems easy enough to me. 1. Open a new file in your PC. 2. Name it “Housework.” 3. Send it to the RECYCLE BIN 4. Empty the RECYCLE BIN 5. Your PC will ask you, “Are you sure you want to delete Housework permanently?” 6. […]
Author: keith
Darn Women Drivers!
This morning on the Freeway I looked over to my left and there was a woman in a brand new Cadillac doing 65 mph with her face up next to her rear view mirror putting on her eyeliner. I looked away for a couple of seconds and when I looked back she was halfway over… Continue reading Darn Women Drivers!
Internetaholics Anonymous
Your name was given to us by a spouse or family member who is concerned about your internet addiction. At Internetaholics Anonymous, we can help. Yes, you–we’re talking to you. You, looking at this screen for hours on end, online. You, bleary eyed. You, an addict. Have you looked in the mirror lately? Been outside? […]
Blind Rehab: More than Just Training. #BlindVeterans
Training in the blind center isn’t all about learning new skills, or brushing up on old ones, our activity director does a good job at finding extra curricular things to do. The social events do more than give a break from the daily life in the rehab center. The blind vets get to go into… Continue reading Blind Rehab: More than Just Training. #BlindVeterans
Golf outing Idlewild
It’s the end of my first week back at the Hines BRC (Blind Rehab Center). The return trip is to train with an updated GPS device, learn some other changes in technology, and brush up on mobility skills. That just means getting off my lazy butt, and getting rid of bad habits that sneak in… Continue reading Golf outing Idlewild
zoo to Museum
The best laid plans… well, you know. The plan was to spend the day walking through the zoo, checking out the animals, and exhibits. We knew there’s too much to see in a day, but we would see as much as possible. The idea was to head out around 6:30 AM, pick up the grand… Continue reading zoo to Museum
Blindness, Excerpt from Chapter 4. Help, I’m Lost
Section D. General Rules for Helpers i. Ask if help is needed. This may seem obvious, but it can save a lot of trouble. Here’s an example. When I was in the Boy Scouts, I was posed with a problem in a class in first aid. You’re walking in the park on a sunny day,… Continue reading Blindness, Excerpt from Chapter 4. Help, I’m Lost
Angry or Fearful, Wrong or Right
This question has been bothering me, and lately it has flared up to burn a hole into my thoughts. Is it somehow evil to be fearful? If so, then is it also evil to be hateful or angry? Then, is one wrong where the other is right? let me present a word picture to illustrate… Continue reading Angry or Fearful, Wrong or Right
Robin at Sorento Baptist – There Is None Like You
as a last moment addition, Robin sings this worship song at Sorento Baptist Church on Sunday, April 21, 2018. enjoy the acapella performance. http://heltsley.net/files/Robin-ThereIsNoneLikeYou.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Physicals, Doctors, and Captain Red Shirt the Brave
I went for some doctor appointments last Thursday. Nothing out of the ordinary, just a check on the progress of neuropathy, and its steady advancement. Also a regular, annual check up. The check up has a double importance. It gets a list of requirements started for me to return to Chicago, and some refresher training… Continue reading Physicals, Doctors, and Captain Red Shirt the Brave