Smoke from the many forest fires burning around us is still making it difficult to breathe so I'm mostly obeying the warnings for elderly to stay indoors and avoid strenuous activities. We were hoping that a change in weather and wind would clear our air but lightning started more fires and the wind seems to be bringing more smoke and ash into town.

When I went out for groceries, Wednesday, I took along my camera and snapped a few images. I also shed a little weight by donating blood. Unfortunately, my body soon replaced the fluid so the effect was short lived.

I spent several hours today looking at computers and Internet options with a friend who would like to start using both. Now I keep thinking of further questions that we should have asked to determine what additional charges and expenses she may be surprised with after she signs an agreement. Looking for that information on the local Internet provider's website and trying to contact then by phone are major exercises in frustration.

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