What a charming snowy white winter scene with a splash of bright red and black on the water. Thank you Peter Ralston. Here I was in the middle of preparing my tax returns happily interrupted and taken back in time...far, far away from the Judiciary committee, book banning, the election in Wisconsin.... HCR you navigate well through the e…
What a charming snowy white winter scene with a splash of bright red and black on the water. Thank you Peter Ralston. Here I was in the middle of preparing my tax returns happily interrupted and taken back in time...far, far away from the Judiciary committee, book banning, the election in Wisconsin.... HCR you navigate well through the endless storms of state and the ruckus in the house. We know how lucky we are to be on your boat. Thank you.
So true, Fern. I start my mornings opening this letter. Not only do we get some up to date detail on some key events. But they are presented with an accurate historical perspective. I have enrolled in an extended education course! The clarification of the role of the troops in the South post Civil War was a revelation. Every day a lesson.
Today's takeaway is appreciation. For Heather Cox Richardson. And for the "nature's fertilizer" our soil so needs. As a passionate gardener/farmer, the drought of last year is still fresh in my head. But how different every year is. Last year we sowed our first planting of sugar snaps and snow peas on March 15. Not in 2023!
Now off to Florida to honor my mother in law's 96 years. She is another "spirit leader" in my life. If we had let her, she would have organized her own party. She inspires us with energy and attitude. And love for everyone. Except the bad guys. I am lucky to know her. And even luckier to have her daughter as my partner.
I will focus on reconnecting with cousins and friends and politely try to avoid the political tiger traps of Florida politics. Wish me luck.
Bill, I chuckled a bit at your description of snow as nature’s fertilizer. At the moment, snow is a pain in my back. Literally. I spent time each day last week chopping ice off my driveway and carefully tossing it on the landscaped areas and garden. Why? Last September and October were the third driest on record.
Today, we are on a path to near-record snowfall totals for the winter (80 inches and counting) And that damn little snow icon appears on my phone weather app six times in the next ten days.
Planting will be late this year. At least here in the Upper Midwest. Lots of fertilizer to start with though, lol. Cheers.
I remember the weather varying from year to year. What seems new is the the dramatic differences. But Mother Nature has her own plans, I guess. We just need to be flexible.
Mother Nature has her own plans, but it's those humans who have warmed the atmosphere and the oceans, melting the ice, changing the winds, and making the lives much harder for the people who go out in those lobster boats
My husband's cousin on the Pine Ridge was complaining about he lack of snow and rain a while back and then boom. Even here in the Willamette Valley, we have had snow and of course, it doesn't take much to throw everything in disarray. I see snow in the forecast, but mostly it is cold in the am and snow at fairly low elevations. I am still waiting to plant peas and put out some early flowers that I bought. The outdoor Saturday Market started its year yesterday and there were a few brave souls in the rain and wind. I would like at this point, just one warmer, drier day (when I don't have something on my calendar to get outside to work.
Christine posted links to Politics Girl, I highly suggest both YouTube Channels of "Brian Tyler Cohen" and "Beau of the Fifth Column" if you can take your smartphone and watch in private. A break away from the insanity. I guess if someone asks what you are watching you could share it with them. (........nah, wouldn't work)
Good luck with your visit. Let us know how it went.
Love the way you said that, Fern. We are lucky to be on Heather's boat! It was a beautiful storm and, as predicted, followed by a gorgeous, sunny day. It's why we live here.
What a charming snowy white winter scene with a splash of bright red and black on the water. Thank you Peter Ralston. Here I was in the middle of preparing my tax returns happily interrupted and taken back in time...far, far away from the Judiciary committee, book banning, the election in Wisconsin.... HCR you navigate well through the endless storms of state and the ruckus in the house. We know how lucky we are to be on your boat. Thank you.
So true, Fern. I start my mornings opening this letter. Not only do we get some up to date detail on some key events. But they are presented with an accurate historical perspective. I have enrolled in an extended education course! The clarification of the role of the troops in the South post Civil War was a revelation. Every day a lesson.
Today's takeaway is appreciation. For Heather Cox Richardson. And for the "nature's fertilizer" our soil so needs. As a passionate gardener/farmer, the drought of last year is still fresh in my head. But how different every year is. Last year we sowed our first planting of sugar snaps and snow peas on March 15. Not in 2023!
Now off to Florida to honor my mother in law's 96 years. She is another "spirit leader" in my life. If we had let her, she would have organized her own party. She inspires us with energy and attitude. And love for everyone. Except the bad guys. I am lucky to know her. And even luckier to have her daughter as my partner.
I will focus on reconnecting with cousins and friends and politely try to avoid the political tiger traps of Florida politics. Wish me luck.
Bill, I chuckled a bit at your description of snow as nature’s fertilizer. At the moment, snow is a pain in my back. Literally. I spent time each day last week chopping ice off my driveway and carefully tossing it on the landscaped areas and garden. Why? Last September and October were the third driest on record.
Today, we are on a path to near-record snowfall totals for the winter (80 inches and counting) And that damn little snow icon appears on my phone weather app six times in the next ten days.
Planting will be late this year. At least here in the Upper Midwest. Lots of fertilizer to start with though, lol. Cheers.
I remember the weather varying from year to year. What seems new is the the dramatic differences. But Mother Nature has her own plans, I guess. We just need to be flexible.
Cheers to you. Careful on the ice :)
Mother Nature has her own plans, but it's those humans who have warmed the atmosphere and the oceans, melting the ice, changing the winds, and making the lives much harder for the people who go out in those lobster boats
My husband's cousin on the Pine Ridge was complaining about he lack of snow and rain a while back and then boom. Even here in the Willamette Valley, we have had snow and of course, it doesn't take much to throw everything in disarray. I see snow in the forecast, but mostly it is cold in the am and snow at fairly low elevations. I am still waiting to plant peas and put out some early flowers that I bought. The outdoor Saturday Market started its year yesterday and there were a few brave souls in the rain and wind. I would like at this point, just one warmer, drier day (when I don't have something on my calendar to get outside to work.
Sending luck to you straight from on location.
Salud, Bill.
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Good luck Bill! Not just with the Floriduh folx but also with the planting! It has indeed been a very weird winter.
Christine posted links to Politics Girl, I highly suggest both YouTube Channels of "Brian Tyler Cohen" and "Beau of the Fifth Column" if you can take your smartphone and watch in private. A break away from the insanity. I guess if someone asks what you are watching you could share it with them. (........nah, wouldn't work)
Good luck with your visit. Let us know how it went.
Peace to you, Bill.
That may be hard, Bill. Enjoy your family don't listen to any news...it will be here when you get back. Hugs
Love the way you said that, Fern. We are lucky to be on Heather's boat! It was a beautiful storm and, as predicted, followed by a gorgeous, sunny day. It's why we live here.
Good one, Fern.
Exactly.
We’re prepping our 2022 financials too.
Nicely put, Fern. I am just up here in Oregon to enjoy the snow scene and the wonderful posts of people here. Thank you to all.
We are fortunate to have you as well, Fern🍀
We're together, Laurie. Thank you.