Is it spring? Is this all there is?

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The calendar says it’s spring. My clothing tells me something different. My flannel shirt and fleece-lined clogs say “not quite yet.” I’ve tried to retire my down coat on several occasions only to pull it out yet again. The cold … Continue reading

There is a beauty in nature

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Those of us living in this year’s snow belt have done some complaining this winter but there is a beauty in snow. Here are some pictures from the 19 inches we had recently. Next July, when it’s warm, I will look … Continue reading

New seasons to come

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The holiday season is over. All that’s left are the trees lying in driveways waiting to be picked up by the “tree collectors.” The twinkly lights that greeted us as we drove home are dark for another year. Most people take … Continue reading

The Whiners

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I can’t stand it. If another person asks me about Obamacare I will go postal. My stock answer is, “it’s a website! Get over it!” It’s not really about Obamacare though. The whiners aren’t affected by it. That’s just the … Continue reading

A tropical heat wave

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Here’s a tune to play while you read this: Yes indeed! We’re having a heat wave! I’m not complaining. I know I whined through all the cold, damp, rainy spring weather. It’s just that we had 72 hours of wonderful spring … Continue reading

Slam dunk, summer’s here! Sorta!

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After whining and complaining, we are having a taste of summer here. Finally! It comes flying in unannounced after weeks of 40 degree windy weather and it did that again this year. I knew there was hope last week because … Continue reading

Hello energy! Where have you been?

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There is nothing like that first burst of spring. It brings energy and excitement that lay dormant all winter. We are finally having a run of good weather here. The thermometer hit 60 degrees over the weekend with a few … Continue reading