by mmooney | Mar 25, 2016 | The Friday Message
I originally intended to highlight a double black diamond run at the Revelstoke Resort but the events this week in Brussels gave me pause. If you have a minute check out the run under the Gondola – the large rocks, cliffs, river and 35 to 50 degree slope are...
by mmooney | Mar 18, 2016 | The Friday Message
I am now 17 days into my new career so I am getting some insight into the opportunities and challenges that come with retirement. I do miss my friends and customers at the bank but I got some very good advice from them before I retired. I will focus on the obvious...
by mmooney | Mar 8, 2016 | The Friday Message
Older folks often dwell in the past. For me, I clearly recall the 1950-60’s. I am not a cowboy except in the shared sense of the value of independence. I still find myself saying – Happy Trails to You. Roy Rogers and Dale Evans were very good role models. ...
by mmooney | Feb 25, 2016 | The Friday Message
Every week gives each of us new experiences and exposure which create the opportunity to learn, accept and adapt. I was pleased to join several friends at the closing dinner for a project. The restaurant prides itself on its steaks – cooked in an 1800 degree...
by mmooney | Feb 25, 2016 | The Friday Message
I had a great pre-birthday party this week with my family tasting Telaya wines at the Owyhee Plaza. I think I have made it clear that I like red wine, golf, skiing, and oh yes, I am partial to my grandson, Hank. The conversation turned to my backcountry Canadian Ski...
by mmooney | Feb 25, 2016 | The Friday Message
I was having dinner with Hank this week, and he was acting like 2 year olds often act. I said to him, “Are you delirious?” He repeated in a complete sentence, “I am not delirious, I am Hank.” I have it on video for him to view when he is older. I was having this...
