I hope the way this Monday morning has started out isn’t an indication of what the week is going to be like. Almost completed typing my column, went back to proofread and touched some button and it set everything to be centered instead of flowing from left to right. I don’t know how to fix that, so I am having to retype it. Thankfully, I have a second tablet.
Wasn’t the rain we got over the weekend nice? As usual, I have no idea how much rain we got as we brought the rain gauge in for the winter. I know it’s soggy outside and water standing in several places. And how about the 70° temperature? Pretty nice for February, broke some records according to the weathermen.
What does “sesquipedality” mean?
We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of Larry R. Clark, Sean Crowley, Mark Hopkins, Richard Pearse and Tim Voth. We offer our sympathy to all others who lost loved ones this past week. May they all rest in peace.
Hello to all in area nursing and assisted living facilities. Hello also to all in area hospitals and rehab centers.
The Toronto Library has been staying busy with lots of activities in and out of the library engaging people of all ages. This Friday, Feb. 20 they are having “Games and Grub at the Grumpy Bear Trading Post” from 6-9 p.m. for all ages. Bring your favorite card or board game, or come see what they have to offer and join in on the fun.
One very popular event is Trivia Night held once a month at Getty’s 76.
Coming up on Tuesday, March 3, at 2 p.m., they’ll be hosting “Tech Talk for Seniors.” Considering how my Monday started, I better attend this class. Also, the Library still has on loan a 3D printer until the end of the month. Stop in and check it out and maybe get something printed.
Answer: Using long words. The crew completing the water line project around town have sure been busy. With any amount of luck, they should be done before summer gets here. Won’t it be nice to have that project completed? Replacement of those old lines was long overdue and soon all this hassle and mess will be but a memory.
A reminder to all, if you have any news items you’d like to get in the paper please contact me at [email protected] or call 620-6372388. If I don’t answer, leave a message and I’ll get back with you. You can also send me messages through Facebook messenger. Remember, not everyone has Facebook or other social media accounts. We have Facebook and at times I think that is too much.
Have you been watching the Olympics? What is your favorite sport(s)? I like the bobsled, luge and skeleton.
A friend of ours spotted a couple of buzzards the other day. They are a sure sign of spring.
Quote: “The scariest moment is always just before you start. After that, things can only get better.” - Stephen King (Intended For Last Week)
What mammal has the most teeth?
One last Punky story. After fighting many health problems we helped her across the Rainbow Bridge. She brought so much love and joy to our lives and I know many of you had the chance to meet her. She was a happy little girl, fighting each day for more time, until her little body couldn’t endure anymore. She can see now, is pain free and is chasing squirrels and cats. She loved chasing cats! I’m sharing this sad news because I’ve had several people over the years tell me they enjoyed reading the Punky stories.
We offer our sympathy to the family and friends of Leonard Abby Jr.
Answer: The giant armadillo holds the record for the most teeth of any mammal, with up to about 100 teeth lining its long, narrow jaws. Unlike the sharp canines or flat grinding molars seen in many other mammals, its teeth are small, peg-like, and completely lack enamel—an adaptation well suited to its insect-based diet, particularly ants and termites that require little chewing. While some non-mammals, such as snails, far exceed this number overall, the giant armadillo clearly stands alone among mammals as the undisputed tooth-count champion in the animal kingdom.
