The Groundhog & I need to have a talk . . . .

This has been a winter to remember - or - forget. A massive ice storm hit the Colon and surrounding area this past Sunday. Most residents didn't have any power including us. But slowly but surely the electricity is coming back on. These are views from my back yard and across the street from the shop.

Camped out in the shop for three nights - man, I love my job but this is a bit over the top!

Just think in 6 months August will be here. It will hot and humid and. . .

I can't wait!

Where Have The Years Gone???

Our son, Cory, turns 22 years old today. It seems like it was just yesterday when I was bouncing him on my knee and watching an I.U. basketball game. He is all grown up now and proud member of the United States Navy.  We couldn't be prouder of him and I know he will be successful in whatever he does.

I still miss my 'guy' behind the counter demonstrating the latest and greatest tricks. God speed to you son. I love you....Dad

This Weather Is For The Birds - Really!

You just never know who is going to visit the shop :) A most interesting visitor today - a beautiful Mute Swan sitting at our doorstep this morning caused quite a bit of excitement. I am not sure if he/she wanted a specific trick that wasn't in stock but regardless we finally coaxed him away from the door where it promptly landed in the middle of the street. Thanks to our fearless police chief Mark Brinkert and some 'shooing' tactics we finally encouraged the bird to fly away before it ended up in harms way.

What a beautiful bird. I think it's a bit big for our dove pan though.....

I Want To Wash My Hair In Snow....well Maybe NOT!

The Magic Capital Is Covered In Snow. It is a beautiful site if you are on the INSIDE. I decided to 'camp' out at the shop for the next few days. It gives me the opportunity to get a few things done I otherwise wouldn't have time for. But I took a little time this evening to enjoy this snowy scene. It certainly brings back memories of the blizzard of 1978.  Before long the sun will be out and it will be springtime and this will just be a memory. This photo taken in the heart of downtown Colon in the middle of this year's blizzard.

Hoping everyone is staying warm. Watch for our new site on facebook!