Twenty-One Years

Twenty-one years ago today Attila and I went for a walk in the park, and have been together every day since. That day was sunny and mild, and full of promise. The promise has been fulfilled many times over as the years have passed. We did not know then that twenty-one years later we would… Continue reading Twenty-One Years

The Chimney Sweep

Today is the first day of spring as far as Attila and I are concerned! The sun is shining, and the temperature is rising above the freezing point where it landed during the night. Heating season is officially over, and the masonry heater has been allowed to rest. We will still build the occasional fire… Continue reading The Chimney Sweep

Iris

Iris on a sunny day. Big excitement here today, a large dead branch fell, from the top of a dead white birch tree, near the house. It didn’t hit anything but the ground, with a mighty thump. Mist didn’t feel the vibration, so maybe it wasn’t exactly earth shattering. But that is my news, here… Continue reading Iris