Never a lack of interesting, and sometimes tragic, things going on in the world of local politics. The budget process for 2027 has begun, a new Councilman to be sworn in, and a leader in local and state politics made headlines. Also some weekly reviews from the word of “fitness,” as Bella and I had a slower week. Looking ahead to a full Council slate, and a 300 page packet to knock off.
I am down to serving on only one board: Jobs of Hope. Their mission is to support men coming out of incarceration, and give them the program and tools to succeed in the outside world. We hosted a bowling event on Thursday to help raise money for that mission. The ALLO crew showed up strong, as did Mrs. Roth. Steinbergs won Heads or Tails with the beads I bought, then donated the gift card back to the men in the house. Good guy, he is.
I had the opportunity to attend and be the featured speaker at the weekly Weld GOP breakfast last week. It took a lot of courage and bravery to get up in front of the room and take some arrows from the 20 or so folks that were pretty displeased at the current state of the city. Most folks were frustrated with the new City Manager’s salary, the possible tax increase tied to homelessness, and the appointment of the new Ward ! Councilman. But I did it. And I’m proud.
Spotify dropped a fun little playlist over the weekend. To celebrate their 20th anniversary, they compiled a “greatest hits “ playlist and history of your listening. No surprises here! Thanks to SBX for sharing a bit of her history too. Where my guys at?? ***Update*** Momma Bear finally threw her’s up too!
Look what’s the kids are buying! Yep, their first home. Before Jim and Janet headed back to OKC, we were able to tour the house that Andrew and Ari have under contract. If everything goes well, they should be homeowners by the first week of June. The home was built in 1964, and has had 1 owner. It’s only a few blocks away from Than and Ruthie, and close to Ari’s school. Couldn’t be more proud. Thanks to grandma and grandpa for the early housewarming gift of….a lawnmower.
The celebration continued on Saturday as we hosted a BBQ for folks to stop by say hi to the newly minted “Master.” Thanks to those that took time out of their weekend to join us in giving Andrew the recognition he so greatly deserved. I know I say this often, but it’s days and weekends like this that I miss mom and dad the most. They would have had so much fun.
