Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19 – you have plenty of time to shop in Mancos, but remember, we don’t sell ties!
I hope you will be more creative than we were some years ago. That long skinny familiar box seemed to grace every breakfast table, and I’m sure Dad did plenty of eye-rolling when he saw it. One time I put a cigarette lighter in the tie box, and my dad was pretty happy when he saw what it wasn’t. A woman told me the other day that her husband was getting a lawn mower. Poor man, doesn’t anyone think of tickets to Paris or a Broncos game? How about a dinner out or a new boat? Even if there is no gift, be sure to hug Dad – he deserves it.
June 20 is the first day of summer. Finally! We’ve had plenty of weather, and I hope all of you have plans to enjoy yourselves boating, swimming in the lake or just relaxing in a beautiful warm place, even if it’s your own backyard.
There’s still time to get in shape for the Mancos Half Marathon on Saturday, June 25, but even though you don’t run or walk it, there will be lots to do in the Mancos Public Library’s parking lot: yoga, health and fitness, hula hoops, musical chairs, jump rope, arts and crafts, story time, and costumes. You can even immortalize the day by having your picture taken in the photo booth.
You may have your hearing tested or have a massage. And, of course, lots of food will be provided by the Friends of the Library. Don’t forget to stop by the beer keg for libations from our very own Mancos Brewing Co. All this is free.
Music will be provided by KSJD, and D.J. Cannonball will be on hand to entertain.
So don’t forget the date, time and place: Saturday, June 25, 7:30 a.m. to noon in the Mancos Public Library parking lot.
And remember: The Mancos Half Marathon is a fundraiser for our library. So run, walk or play, but please buy a T-shirt!
A February surpriseThe Larry Baugh and Patty Russell ranch got a big surprise on Feb. 23. They have ranched at the base of Mesa Verde National Park for eight years, and have ranched all their lives. They have a herd of purebred, Black Angus, and about eight years ago purchased several Angus from Patricia and Jack Burk. Last year, the cows were bred to a Black Angus bull, and one of the cows had a white calf (not an albino) on Feb. 23. Patty called the National Angus Association in Missouri, which is now doing genetic testing to determine how it happened. This white calf named Shotki (means “powerful”) could be an important finding for the Angus industry, because they are trying to create a White Angus breed. Whites gain weight faster because they don’t have to find shade in hot weather like the black ones. The DNA testing should be completed soon, and I’ll keep you posted. Patty is also a member of the Artisans of Mancos gallery, so more about her later.
You’ll hear from me next week. Until then enjoy the sun, and laugh a lot.
