Great Uncle Gerard Barry was a distinguished British officer, and is the only family member who died in service to his country of whom I am aware, so I celebrate him on this Memorial Day. Great Uncle Gerard lost a leg during the Great War (WW I). He was awarded the Croix de Guerre with […]
Memorial Day – Monday, May 25, 2020 Read More »
One year ago, we were on our way to Athens (Greece). The world has certainly changed. This year, the day started with an early morning ride. Bart watches for Derry to arrive, then, as soon as he sees her approach, he pretends disinterest. It was a beautiful morning ride – definitely worth skipping breakfast. And
Sunday – May 24, 2020 Read More »
The first day of Memorial Day Weekend, “the unofficial start of summer”, has lived up to that image. It definitely feels like summer today. But apart from the heat, there isn’t much to blog about. Now that Harry is healed, I have no reason to report on his progress, and with the pandemic, there aren’t
Saturday – May 23, 2020 Read More »
Well, not a very interesting day, today. That is, nothing noteworthy for blogging, but every day has fascinations all around. This morning, as I went to put out bird feed, I saw this lovely patch of moss on the deck steps. Fred came to shoe today. Oisin was very ready, but the other two could
Friday – May 22, 2020 Read More »
Another cool, cloudy day. Not much to report. We rode our horses, inspired by yesterday’s lesson. They were good, and felt wonderful, though maybe a little tired. Iris blooms, and the full blooming fringe tree, were beautiful even without sunshine. In the woods, there are many fungi, with all the moisture. I thought these were
Thursday – May 21, 2020 Read More »