On Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 8:06 PM, Mickey Phillips

<mickey.phillips44@...> wrote:

Hey John,

I think everyone Is doing pretty good. ?Billie (Mackey) husband’s funeral was yesterday. ?The class showed up in support of her. ?Several folks were there. ?Everything is going good, just praying for rain.

Mickey?

On Mar 24, 2024, at 7:58?PM, John T. Herman via groups.io <hardhatherman@...> wrote:

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Where the heck is everyone?

Oh, don't tell me you have been stuck on Facebook and have been ignoring our site, that's terrible.

John T. Herman

210-396-1974

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.

Don't wait for Congress to set term limits, vote them out after two terms.

NOTE TO ALL: Remember to BCC email and protect your friends from hackers if you forward this email, please delete the forwarding history, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated. THANK YOU!

--
John T. Herman
210-396-1974

On Sun, Mar 24, 2024 at 8:06 PM, Mickey Phillips

<mickey.phillips44@...> wrote:

Hey John,

I think everyone Is doing pretty good. ?Billie (Mackey) husband’s funeral was yesterday. ?The class showed up in support of her. ?Several folks were there. ?Everything is going good, just praying for rain.

Mickey?

On Mar 24, 2024, at 7:58?PM, John T. Herman via groups.io <hardhatherman@...> wrote:

?

Where the heck is everyone?

Oh, don't tell me you have been stuck on Facebook and have been ignoring our site, that's terrible.

John T. Herman

210-396-1974

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.

Don't wait for Congress to set term limits, vote them out after two terms.

NOTE TO ALL: Remember to BCC email and protect your friends from hackers if you forward this email, please delete the forwarding history, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated. THANK YOU!

--
John T. Herman
210-396-1974

On Mar 24, 2024, at 9:06?PM, Mickey Phillips <mickey.phillips44@...> wrote:

?

Hey John,

I think everyone Is doing pretty good. ?Billie (Mackey) husband’s funeral was yesterday. ?The class showed up in support of her. ?Several folks were there. ?Everything is going good, just praying for rain.

Mickey?

On Mar 24, 2024, at 7:58?PM, John T. Herman via groups.io <hardhatherman@...> wrote:

?

Where the heck is everyone?

Oh, don't tell me you have been stuck on Facebook and have been ignoring our site, that's terrible.

John T. Herman

210-396-1974

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.

Don't wait for Congress to set term limits, vote them out after two terms.

NOTE TO ALL: Remember to BCC email and protect your friends from hackers if you forward this email, please delete the forwarding history, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated. THANK YOU!

--
John T. Herman
210-396-1974

On Mar 24, 2024, at 7:58?PM, John T. Herman via groups.io <hardhatherman@...> wrote:

?

Where the heck is everyone?

Oh, don't tell me you have been stuck on Facebook and have been ignoring our site, that's terrible.

John T. Herman

210-396-1974

Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God.

Don't wait for Congress to set term limits, vote them out after two terms.

NOTE TO ALL: Remember to BCC email and protect your friends from hackers if you forward this email, please delete the forwarding history, which includes my email address! It is a courtesy to me and others who may not wish to have their email addresses sent all over the world! Erasing the history helps prevent Spammers from mining addresses and viruses from being propagated. THANK YOU!

--
John T. Herman
210-396-1974

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On Mar 1, 2024, at 7:32?PM, Gloria Sturm <gmsturm@...> wrote:

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Below, from Shay.? I think more will see it here, and it suits the email group better . . .

Maybe I'll copy about the bluebonnets to the FB group.

Gloria

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From:?Shay Tindall <storygirl100@...>
Sent:?Monday, February 26, 2024 2:16 PM
To:?gmsturm@... <gmsturm@...>
Subject:?Plans for the 60th

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??? Gloria, can you please mail this to the SACHS Facebook for me, if it will fit?
??? If not, just tell them about the upcoming bluebonnets expected this year!?? Thank you!
???? Hi, kids!? Gloria has been so kind to forward some? Facebook messages to my aim email so I am able to keep up a little bit, but I am still living on Ken's family (De Vos) family ranch near Mason (TX) where we have neither wifi nor cell phones nor texting (nor tv as far as that goes)... Barely have the land line, after strong winds!?
??? I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who is in the remedial class for social media like Facebook, which appears to just be the beginner's class these days!
???? But I do take my Kindle to the wifi at the Mason Library or my church (Hilda United Methodist church) office, which is the home church for the neighboring ranchers, and was founded by Ken's German pioneer forefathers and mothers over 160 years ago.? Just 3 or 4 miles down the road, on what was one big ranch when founded.
???? I halfway grew up in the Hill Country but had never discovered the Hilda ranch community til I met Ken's dad and offered to help him feed cattle when he was in the nursing home.
???? The reason I'm mentioning this is that it's a beautiful church, a little gem, on a gorgeous road (RR 783), which is, as my dad used to say, the? "strawberry shortcut" between Mason and Doss/Harper/Fredericsburg and Kerrville, and is just surrounded by pastures of bluebonnet "starts" as I write this.
????? After that terrible drought the last two summers, and such? rare rains for the decade, it finally rained at just the right time in October for the seedlings to come up, and I saw my first blueonnet this morning.?
?? SO!? If you enjoy to go bluebonnet hunting and/or visiting Texas's beautiful old churches...? This is the road and the year to do it!?
??? Right now it looks like they will be from fence to fence line,? Probably during March.? If we hopefully get one more shower.
???? Or actually - come on a Sunday and the friendliest church group I've ever known, will welcome you to the Hilda church!? And? I've been welcomed even when I have just finished feeding the cows!). So if you're in the Hill Country, come as you are!
???? Pastor Mike Bell is our pastor, and he and his wife Joya were moved here straight from San Angelo...? It just dawned on me a bunch of you might know them!!
???? We did lose some dear older ranchers during Covid - but many are still holding on to their 160- or 170-year-old ranches.
??? Some have a younger generation wrangling cattle, and some lease.? I seem to be the only "elder" still taking care of the cattle myself...? With my cane and wearing my trusty Life Alert button!
????? But you'll see, at this church, WE are in the YOUTH GROUP! ???
??? Let me know if anyone comes up for a bluebonnet run!I
?? Love and prayers for all,
?? Shay

On Feb 28, 2024, at 3:22?PM, Mary Sue OWENS <fw.mso@...> wrote:

?As little as possible in the Owens' household...Kids don't like it all ?

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 2:46 PM, Roy Jerden

<Roy.jerden@...> wrote:

I was reminded how much ordinary habits have changed the other day when I went to the grocery store to pick up a couple of things my wife Toni wanted.

In front of me was an older lady with a few bags of items who was writing a check to pay.? I hadn’t seen anybody do that for quite a while. She also asked the clerk for a book of stamps. I guess the smart cash register hadn’t seen a check for awhile either, as the scanner did not print anything on the back of the check. The clerk called a manager, who found the transaction in the system and approved it, thereby solving the issue. All this took about 10 minutes and the folks behind me abandoned the line, while I stuck around, interested to see how things evolved, as the nice older lady struck up a conversation with the clerk, me and anyone else around. The manager also got the book of stamps, and took the money for that, this time in cash. The lady packed up everything in her purse, put everything away and left with the bagger, who escorted her to her car.

I was reflecting on how normal all of that (except for the electronic glitch) would have been back in the day.

I suspect the lady still uses a landline and pays all her bills by mail. Probably still writes letters, too.

Meanwhile at my house, everything is 21st century. Admittedly, I’m a nerd and an early adopter of technology.

No landline. All cellular for the past 7 years at least.

No cable TV. All streaming services. 5g cellular internet service from T-Mobile.

Smart lights with automated routines by Alexa.

Robot vacuum also controlled by Alexa.

Smart thermostat also controlled by Alexa.

Ring doorbell.

Motion detectors to trigger alarms or turn on lights.

Security system.

CO2 and air quality monitors.

All bills paid automatically, and logged in my online financial system (Countabout). Only exception is taxes.

My only concern is how Toni will manage all this tech if I die before her. In fact, she asked me to show her how to file with TurboTax this year. I think a few things will likely revert to old school ways if I kick the bucket first.

How 21st century are you?

On Feb 28, 2024, at 7:38?PM, Gloria Sturm <gmsturm@...> wrote:

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Guess I'm somewhere between the lifestyles, also.? Hanging on to land line; lots of people were without cell last week when AT&T went down.? We have utilities and a few other?things on auto-pay through the bank.? I pay others online, through our bank.? Hubby doesn't use computer at all (except to play a word game on my Kindle); he gets catalogs in mail, uses stamps to send orders through the mail, mails charitable donations, etc.

Not ready to use Alexa or Seri, but do have some security cameras after our house was broken into about 5 years ago.? I use my cell phone mostly for Facebook messaging, but sometimes text, less often for a phone call.? I keep in touch with our kids and my sister & brother regularly through FB.? Hubby has a cell phone for emergencies; takes it with him, but only turns it on to let me know he's on his way home from somewhere.

Tim handles financial stuff, simple home repairs, and lawn work. OH, AND he does most of the cooking!!? We'd both be lost in some areas without the other.? I keep postponing getting a list made of financial investments, bank accounts, etc.; really do need to do that!

Gloria

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> on behalf of Barbara Flanary Wilson <donbarb3156@...>
Sent: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 5:50 PM
To: [email protected] <[email protected]>; Marsha Kinlaw <mbk1146@...>
Subject: Re: [sachs1964] Changing Times

?

Hey, Roy, I am somewhere between your electronic lifestyle and the lady at the store.I pay lots of things online but some I pay by mail bc I don't like their website pmt process. I never do any automatic payments on my bank. I disconnected landline about 2 years ago, kinda reluctantly bc we have cell phone issues in the house. The nonstop political calls made the decision to disconnect easier.

I mail greeting cards so I still use stamps.?

I don't use Alexa or Seri and don't plan to. Call me paranoid.

I held off of texting for a very long time. My kids said if I texted, I'd "hear" from them more often. Maybe so.

I handle our household finances and tax stuff (gather the info, add to spreadsheet to take to our accountant.) My hubby keeps the house repaired and outdoor work done, and is computer literate, too.

He'd be fine without me, but I would be lost keeping the house and cars going.

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM, Marsha Kinlaw

<mbk1146@...> wrote:

We're basically the same as you and Toni. Jeff takes care of all the financial stuff, online, and I haven't the slightest idea how to navigate the computer or access any of that stuff. I've asked him to teach me some things and give me his passwords, but we're still not there yet. He is super organized and has an amazing spread sheet where he keeps track of EVERYTHING, but it scares me to even look at that or think about adding anything to it! I'm hoping he outlives me!

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024, 3:22?PM Mary Sue OWENS <fw.mso@...> wrote:

As little as possible in the Owens' household...Kids don't like it all ?

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 2:46 PM, Roy Jerden

<Roy.jerden@...> wrote:

I was reminded how much ordinary habits have changed the other day when I went to the grocery store to pick up a couple of things my wife Toni wanted.

In front of me was an older lady with a few bags of items who was writing a check to pay.? I hadn’t seen anybody do that for quite a while. She also asked the clerk for a book of stamps. I guess the smart cash register hadn’t seen a check for awhile either, as the scanner did not print anything on the back of the check. The clerk called a manager, who found the transaction in the system and approved it, thereby solving the issue. All this took about 10 minutes and the folks behind me abandoned the line, while I stuck around, interested to see how things evolved, as the nice older lady struck up a conversation with the clerk, me and anyone else around. The manager also got the book of stamps, and took the money for that, this time in cash. The lady packed up everything in her purse, put everything away and left with the bagger, who escorted her to her car.

I was reflecting on how normal all of that (except for the electronic glitch) would have been back in the day.

I suspect the lady still uses a landline and pays all her bills by mail. Probably still writes letters, too.

Meanwhile at my house, everything is 21st century. Admittedly, I’m a nerd and an early adopter of technology.

No landline. All cellular for the past 7 years at least.

No cable TV. All streaming services. 5g cellular internet service from T-Mobile.

Smart lights with automated routines by Alexa.

Robot vacuum also controlled by Alexa.

Smart thermostat also controlled by Alexa.

Ring doorbell.

Motion detectors to trigger alarms or turn on lights.

Security system.

CO2 and air quality monitors.

All bills paid automatically, and logged in my online financial system (Countabout). Only exception is taxes.

My only concern is how Toni will manage all this tech if I die before her. In fact, she asked me to show her how to file with TurboTax this year. I think a few things will likely revert to old school ways if I kick the bucket first.

How 21st century are you?

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 3:30 PM, Marsha Kinlaw

<mbk1146@...> wrote:

We're basically the same as you and Toni. Jeff takes care of all the financial stuff, online, and I haven't the slightest idea how to navigate the computer or access any of that stuff. I've asked him to teach me some things and give me his passwords, but we're still not there yet. He is super organized and has an amazing spread sheet where he keeps track of EVERYTHING, but it scares me to even look at that or think about adding anything to it! I'm hoping he outlives me!

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024, 3:22?PM Mary Sue OWENS <fw.mso@...> wrote:

As little as possible in the Owens' household...Kids don't like it all ?

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 2:46 PM, Roy Jerden

<Roy.jerden@...> wrote:

I was reminded how much ordinary habits have changed the other day when I went to the grocery store to pick up a couple of things my wife Toni wanted.

In front of me was an older lady with a few bags of items who was writing a check to pay.? I hadn’t seen anybody do that for quite a while. She also asked the clerk for a book of stamps. I guess the smart cash register hadn’t seen a check for awhile either, as the scanner did not print anything on the back of the check. The clerk called a manager, who found the transaction in the system and approved it, thereby solving the issue. All this took about 10 minutes and the folks behind me abandoned the line, while I stuck around, interested to see how things evolved, as the nice older lady struck up a conversation with the clerk, me and anyone else around. The manager also got the book of stamps, and took the money for that, this time in cash. The lady packed up everything in her purse, put everything away and left with the bagger, who escorted her to her car.

I was reflecting on how normal all of that (except for the electronic glitch) would have been back in the day.

I suspect the lady still uses a landline and pays all her bills by mail. Probably still writes letters, too.

Meanwhile at my house, everything is 21st century. Admittedly, I’m a nerd and an early adopter of technology.

No landline. All cellular for the past 7 years at least.

No cable TV. All streaming services. 5g cellular internet service from T-Mobile.

Smart lights with automated routines by Alexa.

Robot vacuum also controlled by Alexa.

Smart thermostat also controlled by Alexa.

Ring doorbell.

Motion detectors to trigger alarms or turn on lights.

Security system.

CO2 and air quality monitors.

All bills paid automatically, and logged in my online financial system (Countabout). Only exception is taxes.

My only concern is how Toni will manage all this tech if I die before her. In fact, she asked me to show her how to file with TurboTax this year. I think a few things will likely revert to old school ways if I kick the bucket first.

How 21st century are you?

On Wed, Feb 28, 2024 at 2:46 PM, Roy Jerden

<Roy.jerden@...> wrote:

I was reminded how much ordinary habits have changed the other day when I went to the grocery store to pick up a couple of things my wife Toni wanted.

In front of me was an older lady with a few bags of items who was writing a check to pay.? I hadn’t seen anybody do that for quite a while. She also asked the clerk for a book of stamps. I guess the smart cash register hadn’t seen a check for awhile either, as the scanner did not print anything on the back of the check. The clerk called a manager, who found the transaction in the system and approved it, thereby solving the issue. All this took about 10 minutes and the folks behind me abandoned the line, while I stuck around, interested to see how things evolved, as the nice older lady struck up a conversation with the clerk, me and anyone else around. The manager also got the book of stamps, and took the money for that, this time in cash. The lady packed up everything in her purse, put everything away and left with the bagger, who escorted her to her car.

I was reflecting on how normal all of that (except for the electronic glitch) would have been back in the day.

I suspect the lady still uses a landline and pays all her bills by mail. Probably still writes letters, too.

Meanwhile at my house, everything is 21st century. Admittedly, I’m a nerd and an early adopter of technology.

No landline. All cellular for the past 7 years at least.

No cable TV. All streaming services. 5g cellular internet service from T-Mobile.

Smart lights with automated routines by Alexa.

Robot vacuum also controlled by Alexa.

Smart thermostat also controlled by Alexa.

Ring doorbell.

Motion detectors to trigger alarms or turn on lights.

Security system.

CO2 and air quality monitors.

All bills paid automatically, and logged in my online financial system (Countabout). Only exception is taxes.

My only concern is how Toni will manage all this tech if I die before her. In fact, she asked me to show her how to file with TurboTax this year. I think a few things will likely revert to old school ways if I kick the bucket first.

How 21st century are you?