Death of a patio umbrella.

(fig. 1) Old faithful, my Clancy’s patio umbrella after last night’s storm.

A gift I was given many years into my time working for Moosehead Breweries Ltd, has finally given up the ghost. My famously stylish Clancy’s Brown Ale umbrella, the envy of all Easter Coasters around these parts. A true staple in our patio styling. The corner stone of our vibe. The foundational piece upon which all the rest was laid. Died. The top cover shattered and the fabric drawn down to its ankles. I might keep the teak wood bits, and toss the rest in pieces over the summer. I’ll pour one out in its name. A proper send off.

I have the boring one which came with the set somewhere in the shed. I’ll want to find that out some day soon. The weather is starting to turn for the warmer. A flat green replacement will suit just fine – for now. Besides a contest I don’t really know how I would go about getting a new branded patio umbrella. I’m not in a position to worry about it right this second, but I should give it some thought.

Welcome to Tuesday, eh? The Leafs won a real nail biter last night. The starting goalie is out with a concussion. Will kept us alive, just barely. We can not be swept! We have a win!