It is a warm, bright, late afternoon following a rainy night. We've been on the warm side of most of the storms this autumn, meaning lots of fog, wind,and rain which magically softens autumns colors. There is a theory that here in New England winter follows autumn's storm path. If so we are likely in … Continue reading The Kitchen Saga Continues
A cloudy, grumpy morning, way to warm following a record smashing weekend of heat. I'm told the day began with a marvelous sunrise. Here and there trees are in full color but the dominant landscape now is mostly bare branches with a few fluttering leaves hanging on. The oaks, holding tight to their leaves, are … Continue reading Just Too Hot For November
"Rainy day, rain all day....+ - Jimi Hendrix Yes, it is raining! Ian did much damage and harm, yet is bringing us a greatly needed soak which we hope will finally break the drought. The trees outside my window are showing color at their tops. Over the next couple of weeks the color will work … Continue reading Renovation Blues
A rainy, cool, autumnal morning. We had close to two inches of rain overnight and the landscape responded by turning a lush green. In the wildflower garden there are renewed splashes of yellow from members of the sunflower family. Yesterday was the final day for summer rules at most beaches and this past week we, … Continue reading Rain
Dreaming the World 