Good morning, Mon Ami, and with a wish for a FINE DAY ahead. Somewhere warmer would be most welcomed, I am for sure, but we take it as it comes and we always seem to find ourselves one day closer to where we need to be next. How did they introduce the new MAGNUM P.I.? He'll have you @ALOHA.

Yes, the conversation about financial adjustments might be beneficial and kind to your future days. And what a nice video with treasured retro pics. Sometimes, memories are all we have but - upon reflection and in quiet retrospect - they do brighten our day. THANKS, for the share.

Have a NICE THURSDAY up there and do ENJOY America's ODE TO JOY (no offense to Beethoven) >>> this weekend's Super Bowl festivities.

Minus TWENTY and having to remove SNOW? With a well-earned O-U-C-H; there comes a time when a person might say to themselves ENOUGH IS ENOUGH (cue April Wine music) and wave the WHITE FLAG. But I think they wrote that song about a woman.

Yes, perhaps, a destination in the ALPS might make the cold weather that much easier to tolerate and with the obligatory ski-chalet fireplace crackling whilst you drink a full-bodied RED WINE <<< at the very least, a few bottles >>> nothing says FINER than a next-day hangover on the SLOPES. If you're going to blow chunks, always do so in TECHNICOLOR. HAHA!

I promise not to mention the TEN-DAY FORECAST but Canadian people are HEARTY PEOPLE ... AREN'T THEY? Stay warm up there, Mon Ami, and ENJOY whatever you may be doing. ;)

Yes - perhaps, making a fine life for themselves - Phil and Rita stood within the general confines of Punxsutawney. It's good to know that the residents of the aforementioned borough continue to fawn for the groundhog's reaction to the declination of the sun, whilst the rest of us yearn for an early return to SPRING. But - right about now - ASPEN and VAIL sound rather nice too.

Glad to hear that quiet introspection and some pensive thought have brought you to the point that you might have had an EPIPHANY of sorts and the next twenty years or so might have become much clearer. When you do decide to do what all Good Cowboys do and ride into the sunset, do take the time to drop me a postcard or two. And the POSTCARD reads; Wish you were here, J.P., but I'm actually glad that you're not. HAHA!

So, Mon Bon Ami, a new week finds you and I hope it finds you well. ENJOY yourself a magnificent Monday and your week ahead. ;)

Good morning to and for you, Mon Ami ~~~ CHEERS to a bright new week forward and you getting to ENJOY some YOU time. The JET happens to be SOUTH OF THE BORDER. It seems that my flight crew caught a rerun showing of TEQUILA SUNRISE and decided to go on a BEER RUN. Go figure, but let's hope that Michelle Pfieffer inspired them enough to look like a FOREVER YOUNG Mel Gibson and sweep the kind lady off her feet. HA! ;)

Your lament of concern has been mentioned by many; that, perhaps, Harry's apparent lifestyle was a precursor to Meghan finding herself a worthy suitor and/or husband. The only thing that's sad is that a chasm has come between Diana's two boys and I know that she'd want better for the two. They say TIME HEALS ALL WOUNDS ~~~ one hopes, regardless of them being ROYALS, that such a mantra applies to the TWO PRINCES; one with a working title and in the good graces of a KING father and the other one a bit lost in the mad shuffle we call life.

Speaking of carving ICE or being carved by ICE ~~~ some of the those doing the ice sculptures do have some mad skills. Have a NICE SUNDAY up there and beware of the influence of TARIFF imposition from the SOUTH of you. HA! ;)

The INVICTUS games are being held @WHISTLER? I did not know that. ROYALS are bit perplexing, but I guess it's all part of that THIN THE GENE POOL theorem. I must say that Prince Harry is either a guy people like or despise. Myself? I think I'm along the spectrum of liking him and his American bride who pretty much cost him any chance to ascend to THE THRONE. But such is the nature of choosing LOVE over TRADITION.

Although, having that all important H.M.S. attached to your name must be pretty cool ~~~ Hey, that boat (ship) is mine! HA, but the aforementioned INVICTUS games does afford handicapped servicemen (and women) the opportunity to showcase their athletic talents. Have a good afternoon and night up there. And, for always taking the time to flyby, a KIND THANK YOU is sent your way. :)

Ah, BILL MURRAY, I don't know how one could describe the quality of his COMIC GENIUS. But his stint on the original SNL cast didn't hurt him nor did the introduction of the golfing prodigy; the future MASTERS CHAMPION, Carl Spackler. Eventually, I think he made peace with the gopher and the four-legged friend became his caddy. HA! Happy February to and for you, Mon Ami ~~~ ENJOY the weekend and whatever you may do to relax. ;) Four-game homestand to start the month ~~~ ENJOY that too. GO LEAFS! haha

Even with a loss to Detroit, you guys are still tied with the KNIGHTS. Back in Boston, we got SMOKED by WINNIPEG who continues to surprise all of us. But they have a stellar player in goal; Connor Hellebuyck. Say that name FIVE TIMES FAST. Speaking of FAST; January 2025 went by us in a blink of an eye and America's GROUNDHOG DAY is on Sunday >>> cue Bill Murray and the quadruped. I see that Auston Matthews and the LEAFS come to town. Boston plays host to the RANGERS and NEW ORLEANS readies itself for next weekend's SUPER BOWL. Perhaps, next year, Mon Ami ~~~ attending next year's offering in SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA ... see you @Levi's Stadium.

Anyway, my Good Friend, I hope THE FATES shine a bright month of GOOD TIMES for you and your family. ENJOY the weekend and do teach Reggie how to make a proper snowman <<< perhaps, that is why he haunts the place. ;)

Ah, DIAMOND DAVID LEE ROTH and his quest for no BROWN M&M'S. I'm sure he has a treasure trove of stories from LIFE ON THE ROAD. Honestly, after he stole Valerie Bertinelli away from me, I never got along with Eddie. ;o HAHAHAHA! But the funny thing about Roth is it found me to this artwork from Bob Smerecki and, I suppose, this is his take on Dave. HA!

Not to spoil the FUN IN "THE LAND OF NO WINTER SUN", but I guess you guys are in a tie for FIRST and host the RED WINGS 2NITE. But a three-game win streak gives the Oilers one game up on the GOLDEN KNIGHTS. That sounds like it should be a drink in VEGAS ~~~ the Golden Knight <<< perhaps, made with some pricey tequila >>> I'll have a few. :)

Always wishing you and yours the very best ~~~ have a great weekend up there, Mon Ami, and do be patient with Reggie's requests. ;)

Nothing says BASEBALL more than CRASHED ICE @Fenway. Ha, I wonder who created this intense sport? According to Wikipedia, RED BULL had a kind hand in its inception. I can tell you that if I were to close my eyes and imagine the sights and sounds of this particular ballpark, I could easily find myself there again. Speaking about the welcoming shores of Southern Florida and all things PALM TREES; I'm told that Spring Training begins somewhere around the 9th of February or thereabouts. Of course, pitchers and catchers arrive to camp first but I'm sure that has something to do with TIMING (not so much literal but figurative). And I also read where the DODGERS and CUBS are supposed to do a few exhibition games in the land of the RISING SUN. Ticket sales should go thru the roof for the Dodgers, considering they have a home boy named SHOHEI OHTANI.

Anyway, my Good Friend, none of the females on my sidewall have returned my phone queries but who knows ... one of them might be looking for a new PET. HA! Have a good afternoon up there and say HELLO to the Roadhouse CREW for me. Stay WARM and SAFE too. ;)

Draisaitl or not, you guys are keeping PACE with the Golden Knights. I have been to VEGAS, but I have never seen a golden night. HA! I see that Seattle is in town >>> what did Zeus end up saying? RELEASE THE KRACKEN!

I see that you guys have a forecasted low of -17 and -18, respectively (and in Fahrenheit), for this coming Sunday and Monday. OUCH! Even Reggie will be looking to relocate to FLORIDA ... the following pic is the postcard that he will send to his ROADHOUSE friends. ;p

Have a good afternoon up there and - come this weekend - do stay WARM. So, in the SUPER BOWL, it will be K.C. against PHILLY ... hopefully, the EAGLES can send Taylor Swift home with a frown on her face. HA, but it should be a good game and showcase America's passion for overwrought sporting events (Kendrick Lamar's halftime festivities included).