Attila just drove off, heading north. He drove down on Friday night, and stayed two whole nights! We celebrated my birthday yesterday. It wasn’t my birthday yesterday, but we won’t be together on my birthday this year, so yesterday was my virtual birthday. We had a lovely, quiet day, sharing a pizza and a movie.… Continue reading The Visit
Category: 2015
Heating Bills
When the temperature at the country house hovers around -20 (-4F) first thing in the morning, the temperature at the little house in the city is often a bit colder. When the temperature at the country house dips to -30C (-22F) to -37C (-34.5F), the temperature at the little house in the city is significantly… Continue reading Heating Bills
Repairs
Repairs seem to be the theme this week! Yesterday, 0n the advice of the CAA fellow, I gave the local automotive shop a call in the morning. The price was high, I thought, but I wanted the work done, and I wanted to explore for a reliable garage in the area. Doing business with the… Continue reading Repairs
Tank’s Battery Madness
I was really looking forward to attending my Yoga class this morning. The universe had other plans for me. After breakfast I dressed carefully, checked my gear to make sure I had my slippers and the $3 fee, finally bundled myself up in parka, scarf and gloves, and headed out to Tank. And that is… Continue reading Tank’s Battery Madness
Week Three
Here I am, entering week three of the new year here at the little house in the city. So far, so good. The days are beginning to form a loose pattern, hopping out of bed and turning the thermostat up to 20C, then hopping back into bed for ten minutes to wait until the house… Continue reading Week Three