Posts about, or containing, stories.
Last Thursday Jennie and gathered our cat, Nori, into her carrier and set off to the vet. Not really. In truth she was terrified as always and we had to chase her around the house to get her into the carrier. There is something about a carrier that triggers her PTSD and she becomes faster … Continue reading A Misadventure
A cool, dark, dampish day with rain on the way. The last couple of storms stripped the leaves from the trees but did not break the drought. We used the relative warmth of the day to put up some of our outdoor holiday decorations which we will now enjoy, as we can see them … Continue reading Approaching Thanksgiving
Another glorious midsummer day, bright and breezy and a tad cool. We need rain; most of the forecast rains this summer have past us by and the landscape is thirsty. Fortunately, the heat has mostly stayed inland or the situation would be worse. As it is, even with frequent watering the veggie garden is struggling. … Continue reading Mid-July Check-In
The day began, as many have of late, in deep fog. Now there is ample sun and warmth, the light literally bouncing off the leaves. The summer solstice occurred Saturday late afternoon in the Northern Hemisphere. We gathered with friends virtually last evening to share ceremony and conversation. Grief was present as we struggled to … Continue reading This Is How It Is For Me
