favorite time of year

Any morning that I can go outside and not be in pain related to the weather is a good day and definitely permits spending extra time outside.

Few thoughts about the awesome weather...

If all winter you swore you'd take a trip to get out of iowa because of the weather...still take it despite the nice weather.

Grilling...

Unless you a seasoned grill master, start the season with hot dogs and polish sausage..don't get a fancy Guy Firrar recipe and set yourself up for a grilling disaster.

If you are "grilling out,"...entertain out. Have outside activities for your guest or your family to do

while the food is being cooked..this adds to the experience and some examples include Bags,

frisbee, playing catch, side walk chalk, ect, ect...

First grill session, go all out...buy the party dip even though it will be gone in 30 minutes and if you

know your guests like certain condiments, buy them.

Spring/Summer vacation...

1Determine your budget.

2Plan a date.

3Only include people that you want to vacation with...don't feel obligated to invite "extras" if you know they will ruin your trip.

4Save a X amount of money each week until that planned date and GO...get out of here...go on a vacation whether your budget allows for a camping trip to Jester Park, a road trip to KC, or a cruise through the Bahamas...set a date and go..and love it..don't be embarrassed because you think your vacation isn't good enough...Remember, mind over mater.

i'm out,

the grill master, AK.......hotdogs and polish tonight.