Boot scooters itching for spring
Those of us who do not partake of outdoor winter sports are eager to get back to our warm weather activities. But that means the weather has to break, and it hasn't shown a lot of recent signs of cooperating.
But a group of ladies who are admittedly getting older, but remain very active, are also eager for better weather -- even though their favorite activity is more of an indoor sport.
The ladies 60 and older who participate in the Boot Scootin' Line Dance class held at the Pottawatomie Community Center in St. Charles are itching to get outside -- when country music is played at area outdoor festivals and concerts.
"We tried going to the Cadillac Ranch in Bartlett," said Sandy Sorensen, just one of several enthusiastic boot scooters. "And that was fun, but we realized we weren't 23 any more."
Sorensen, who is 60, said the ladies are inspired by one member who is 89 and still getting out on the dance floor.
"She doesn't want a lot of recognition for that, but we look up to her," Sorensen added.
And how about the upcoming summer concert offerings in St. Charles?
"We really like the country music when it is played at the outdoor concerts in Lincoln Park, or during the summer festival (Pride of the Fox RiverFest)," Sorensen said.
Not so early: When warmer weather arrives in a couple of months, we might actually be able to open some windows in our house. That means we will hear the loud banging of the large waste bins being unloaded behind nearby retail stores along Randall Road, which are within easy earshot of our home.
So, this is a reminder to the area waste disposal companies that most of our towns have ordinances that prohibit that kind of thing before 7 a.m.
Just so you understand that I'm not getting cranky in my old age and can't fathom the thought of waking up before 7 a.m., here's what I don't like: There have been times when that loud bang jolts me out of bed at 5 a.m.
It's been rare of late, so again, this is just a reminder.
Departing in sorrow: Batavia fans knew Nick Fruendt was going to graduate, but it sure was hard to say goodbye after Batavia lost in the regional final last weekend. Fruendt was a four-year starter who could best be described as scintillating on a basketball court.
Even though he didn't get as many accolades, Geneva fans should tip their hats to senior Max Cary, who finished his career by dropping a masterful 42-point load on Naperville Central last week in a three-overtime setback.
They'll be back: I've enjoyed some great meals at Springview Restaurant on the west side of St. Charles over the years, and hope to do it again. The eatery is closed now, and owners plan to reopen in the fall with a new look and new format. Anyone remember when it was a Lum's?