Archive for the ‘Life in Yuma’ Category

Float the Colorado River!

Thursday, September 6th, 2007

I really enjoy the lower Colorado River’s recreational opportunities. Recently on one hot Saturday, my grandson Alex and I decided we had an extra 90 minutes and wanted to go play in the river. While Gateway Park is fun place to spend some time, we were looking for something a bit more adventuresome.  So we decided to float the river.

Community Apathy in Yuma

Sunday, August 26th, 2007

I have seen a lot of comments recently bemoaning the lack of community involvement in local politics. In fact, it seems that only a few regularly participate in or comment on local affairs. I sometimes wonder if this serves as tacit approval for the status quo. Another thought is that the local citizenry feel that their input will not be considered or�valued in the political process.

Chinese Poison Americans

Saturday, August 4th, 2007

Recently, I find myself seeking out products in my household that have been recalled. First it was dog food that may have been contaminated by ingrediants imported from China. Then came the search for red Thomas the Tank Engine toys made in China that had lead paint. Now we hear that many Mattel products manufactured in China are being recalled to avoid poisoning children.

Welcome to the world A.J. Weaver!

Friday, June 22nd, 2007

Last evening on June 21 at approximately 7 PM, Alvis Weaver Junior joined the world at the Yuma Regional Medical Center. Congratulations to Alvis & Amanda for their new 9 lb. 11 oz. addition to family. Thanks for another grandson for Grandma and I to spoil rotten!

Where can a single gal go dancing in Yuma?

Sunday, June 17th, 2007

I was recently asked “Where can a single gal go dancing in Yuma?” As a married man for the last 25 years, I am certainly unqualified to answer this question. I thought that perhaps a Google search would bring up some suggestions, but other than local dance studios and strip clubs, I came up empty. I suspect that the questioner already knows how to dance and probably is not interested in performing lap dances.