The New Computer and Printer

The previous post is the first one on our new laptop computer. We originally bought it on February 9. However, after we bought it, we discovered that it wasn't very good with consistently connecting to the Internet (Wirelessly, of course). We learned that this particular computer is prone to have this problem. On Monday, we tried returning it to the store where we bought it (A different branch was involved. I won't reveal the store to avoid embarrassment.) Of course, the clerk was able to get into the Internet to work on the computer. As a result, we would have been charged a restocking fee to return it. It was exchanged instead. It is working okay. There is still a learning curve, but it is slowly straightening.

Speaking of a learning curve, Bob installed the new printer-copier-scanner today (Also bought on February 9). I haven 't used it yet, so I can't evaluate it at this time. Hopefully, there will be pictures on this blog, as soon as I learn how to do it.

The old computer still gets you into the Internet. I will still be using it for word processing, as I am still a floppy disk user. I'll have to do my work using the on-screen keyboard because the keyboard stopped functioning after a botched antivirus trial installation attempt. The media players stopped functioning at this time, too. Months earlier, the disk drives stopped working after a couple of bad media related installations. A game demo download and a George Jones box set (I didn't pay attention to see if there was a warning about playing it in a computer, as I didn't expect a "permanent end" to playing CDs or DVDs in the computer. (For the record, there is a warning for Bruce Springsteen's Born to Run: 30th Anniversary Edition CD/DVD set.) Installing a DVD Burner drive did not work, by the way.) are also potential causes for this problem. The old computer is bound for the basement tonight. There will be more details soon.

It's so good to be reporting to you again.

We Will Miss You, Mrs. Sweeney

On Sunday, we lost Dan Sr.'s Mom at the age of 90. She had a nice wake in Kent. OH on Tuesday. On Wednesday, she had a very nice funeral at the Kent State University Newman Center. Afterwards, we enjoyed a nice meal at the Newman Center hall. I did not attend the burial in Chardon, OH, but despite the cold and rainy conditions, it was appropriate for a lady that we will all miss. It is unfortunate that Dan Jr. and Laura's forthcoming daughter won't have the privilege of knowing her (It will be a girl, unless something out of the ordinary occurs.). We will know more details in about two months.

In general, it was good to see my nephews and niece that I don't see often enough. I also enjoyed seeing Dan Sr.'s brothers and sister and most of their spouses. Most of the grandchildren were in attendance. Next time, I'll see many of the Sweeney family members will be at Amy's wedding in about three months. However, it won't be the same without Mrs. Sweeney. She will be present in spirit, as will my parents and brother (And many other relatives who are missed everyday). Let's hope that we have more joy than sorrow in the future.