"Who's On First" a cure for the rainy day blues.

Rick the Spa Guy

Well it is raining here in the north east today and I find myself daydreaming about when I was a kid and would have to entertain myself on rainy days when my mother would be to busy to entertain me.


I used to pretend I was a rich and famous actor and would go around the house acting out parts of my favorite TV shows or movies. One of my favorite shows was Abbot and Costello on Sundays at 1 PM. Those of you from my generation will know exactly what I am talking about. They would keep me laughing for hours.


My favorite skit was the "Who's on First" routine. For those of you who for some unbelievable reason do not know what I am talking about I offer you this link to the FAMOUS routine.


Who's On First" by Abbot & Costello: Circa 1945, this clip is about 4 minutes long but it will keep you laughing the whole time, a true classic.

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http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xtx3g_whos-on-first_school     


I guess I always felt a connection to Costello being overweight and a great sense of humor. I think I would have made a great Costello, if you are reading this is and you are a producer, and would like to re-make this awesome skit , I am available to play Costello and maybe we can get Adam Sandler to play Abbot. LOL. 


My childhood was filled with easier times, no cares or worries, my mom did enough for all of us. I wish I could just relive a small bit of my childhood and remember the great times on rainy days. Well I am going to go back to day dreaming now. 


Until Next Time...

Rain, A Pool and Spa Chemical Nightmare

All this rain reminds me that every pool owner should be checking their chemicals in the water. Rain has the ability to lower the PH level considerably. In turn this will lessen the effectiveness of the chlorine leading to cloudy water and if un-checked will turn to Algae rather quickly.

This time of year people tend to neglect their pool because they are not using it as much as in the summer, but like all bodies of water you need to keep an eye on it so it does not turn into a problem. Most pool supply stores offer pool and spa water testing to see if you are on track with the chemistry. This should be a free service as long as you purchase products from them to correct any problems.

 Soon the weather will be much warmer and the pool season will be fully underway, why not get into the habit now of checking the water once a week and after every rain storm. If you have a heater it is especially important to monitor the PH and Alkalinity levels in your pool, as low PH is acidic and can damage the heat exchanger in the heater very quickly.

I talked about a new product a few blogs ago but I want to touch base on it again. Aqua Finesse has both a Pool and Spa product line that when used properly, will control the PH and Alkalinity for up to 6 months with very little effort. You add this product once a week and it will keep your pool/spa looking and feeling great. It will soften the water so your skin will feel smoother after you get out. I have talked to several customers that use Aqua Finesse and they all say that they love this product and have never had it so easy maintaining their water chemistry.

So get out there and test your water. Look into Aqua Finesse you'll be much happier with your Pool and Spa.


Until Next Time...