The Docksider

A week ago we had snow on the ground. Yesterday, the high was a pleasant 75 degrees F. But the LaGrange Fire Department was turning up the heat with a controlled burning of some old houses during a training exercise.

It’s pretty amazing to see the expertise and courage of these firefighters as they practice how to handle the destructive power and danger of structure fires. Thank you for what you do, LFD.

LaGrange Fire Dept. prepares to train in soon-to-burn structure.

P.S. Btw, normal high temp for this time of year at Bryant Lake is 68 degrees F. Not too hot, not too cool. Just right.

–Tillman

March 1 brought a rare blanket of snow to Bryant Lake. Now I like a winter wonderland as much as the next person, but I gotta tell you after one quick look I swam to the depths of Bryant Lake to avoid the wintry mix and cold temps.

The old saying is that “If March comes in like a lion, it will go out like a lamb.” At this rate, we should be able to count on sunny days and picnics beside the lake by the first of April. That’s not so baaaaa-a-a-a-d, is it?

- Doozy

Hit the spot that hits the spot

The. Perfect. Lunch. Have you visited downtown LaGrange? It’s what, 2 miles from Bryant Lake. I just had two hotdogs, chips and a Coke at my favorite lunch spot. Mmm, pickles. Green things rock!

If you relish the perfect hotdog, hamburger, chicken salad or grilled cheese sandwich, you must have lunch at Charlie Joseph’s. It’s an old school, family-run lunch counter with stools that spin, cool stuff on the walls and friendly people. (And no fish sandwiches on the menu, thankyouverymuch.)

So, here’s the secret recipe…for the perfect afternoon:

• Pop into the Bryant Lake Downtown Sales Center (You can get a flyer with the easy-as-pie directions to Bryant Lake.)
• Walk across the Square (Hello, Mr. Lafayette Statue.) to Charlie Joseph’s diner.
• Enjoy The. Perfect. Lunch. (Speaking of pie – have some!)
• Drive over to Bryant Lake and tour the decorated model homes.

Tasty. Fun. Beautiful. Look for me at the lake. If you don’t see me right away, it just means I’m sleeping off a big lunch!

- Doozy

Hello, friends. This is my first blog entry, so I’ll tell you a little about myself and fill you in on what I did this summer.

I’m 13, born and raised in Bryant Lake. Once caught but jumped back in – yes! Is it obnoxious to say I’m the star of my school’s swim team? I guess I’m not only a large mouth bass, I’m a bit of a loud mouth, too. Lol!

Anyway, today I’m hanging out at Bryant Lake. The sky is blue, the breeze is gentle, and I’m cruising the cool, clean waters—25 acres of watery playground. Sweet.

Do you like to fish? Think you’ve got the skills to catch me? Well, bring it. You’ve gotta come check out my home at Bryant Lake. Bring the whole crew—really sweet decorated models plus some primo homes to check out if you’re into that. Me, I’m into the outdoor life, so you know where to find me. Oh, and bring a camera, cuz that’s the only way you’ll catch me!

- Doozy

P.S. Ok, so I got a little off topic so I’ll tell you more next time.

P.P.S. I won’t make any more lame titles; just had to get it out of my system, lol!