Monday Oct. 25, 2010

I just returned from Fargo, ND attending the annual convention of SCAFRA (Shrine Circus and Fundraising Association). First of all, Fargo is the flattest city in the world and the infamous river that crested over 47 feet a couple of years ago, in its normal state, is about 10 feet wide. Fargo is a quaint town, which means pretty uneventful. I asked what I had to see before I left and I was told the Roger Maris Museum. As I hate the Damn Yankees, I passed on this shrine to a mediocre ball player.

Anyway, there were a couple of presentations that gave me some ideas for future fundraising projects for our shrine center. I am going to talk to the board members and perhaps assist in conducting at least one.

I am now back in the place I love, I have been out of town 10 of the last 14 days, and on 6 planes. I am done traveling for a while.

Unfortunately, our Shrine family has lost a couple of loved ones, while some others have suffered serious injuries. They are all in our thoughts.

I have had to adjust this weeks schedule slightly due to funeral visitations, but basically we are in the final stages of organizing the Fall Ceremonial, and getting ready for the Annual Holiday Party.

It is almost Halloween, which is one of my favorite events. I have passed out the large candy bars since I purchased my house, and I love seeing the smile on the kid's faces when they get to choose.

The World Series begin Wednesday and how happy am I that the Yankees are watching from home, YEAH!!!! I expect a very good series, and cannot wait to see Lincecum pitch game one. I am indifferent as to the winner, just want some good games.

My Wolverines are going to try to recover this Saturday Evening in Happy Valley. Although they have a good history against Penn State, it is going to be prime time in happy valley, and the weather can always play havoc in that part of the country. Yet, I still plug away, GO BLUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!