It has been a cold, slow couple of days. Today, we went into St. Louis county to pick up some treats for a planned excursion tomorrow, a dinner (originally New Year’s Day) for which we were to bring dessert. It was a fun “road trip” (with Weedy, of course). But this evening, our hostess texted […]
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While Tuesday warmed up nicely, it wasn’t enough to melt all the snow, and definitely not enough to ride. Worse, it was a brief warming spell and we are now plunged back into the deep freeze. Though it is much worse elsewhere, I cannot avoid complaining about winter. That said, the Full Cold Moon on
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January has the distinction of being the month in which my parents married, on January 16, 1954, which is 68 years ago, but who’s counting? The wedding was in Chicago, and my father was a day late arriving, ocean voyages in January being unpredictable. It must have been quite stressful, since he had not met
The pleasant “January thaw” has given way to real January weather. Today was a snow day, which means hard work around here, just making paths to clean the barn and get from place to place. But it is so beautiful, and so quiet, there is no complaint… yet. Tomorrow, though, I am sure I will
Today, Arthur moved on to another home with a good friend, who will treasure him. I have been dreading the separation from him, but after seeing him settle in to his new house, I am thrilled for both Arthur and our friend. Jane and I delivered him, along with a care package full of supplies,
Moving On – January 13 Read More »