Taking advantage of a warm day before another deep freeze!

Peekaboo!

Aurora Borealis

Woke up to a winter wonderland!

First attempt at gluten free pizza crust...

It was different, but not bad.

I disturbed their slumber...

On my way to bed I dropped my phone. I glanced down from the loft to see George looking up

all worried, and Buffy already on her way to help! I assured them I was okay. 🤣

A meeting of the...minds?

While I had their attention, I thought we could have a meeting about their current free-loading status. We're gaining a li'l bit more daylight each and every day, so maybe they could start laying eggs again? You can just imagine their responses! I can't repeat them here...

South Mountain Sunset

I had a stressful day at work, so as soon as I got out I told George to jump in the car and we headed for the mountains where there are no people! 

The access road and lower portion of the trail was a sheet of ice. It was even worse than when we were up there on Sunday evening. Even with my cleats, I was slipping. But, I was able to find decent traction along the edge, so we didn't turn around. I considered it, though. Several times. I'm so glad I didn't! The top half of the mountain was almost completely clear!

The sunset was awesome!

George is such a good hiking buddy. He gets a li'l confused at times, but he listens so well. His only vice is that he hates when I stop to take pictures, so he goes around and around and around. 🤣

We did end up finishing after dark, which I expected and was prepared for. I know a lot of people get spooked, but I'm not one of them. It's so peaceful out there! 

"I see you're struggling, Mom. Perhaps I could help?"

And so it begins...

Hopefully I'm not too old to learn a new trick 'cause I've got lots of fun things to make!

Sunset from Middle Mountain

Sometimes I have hare-brained ideas, but fortunately I'm married to someone who thinks they sound like a grand adventure! After spending this gorgeous day inside trying to get caught up on housework, I suggested we hike up South Mountain to watch the sunset. Ed agreed, but modified the plan to Middle Mountain. For some strange reason, considering all the time I've spent in Pawtuckaway State Park, I've never hiked up that one. Boy, was Ed right this time!

Don't forget your ice cleats today!

The warmer temperatures this morning may feel more comfortable, but last night's rain froze on contact. It's slick out there!

January Thaw

We hiked Dumplington Hill today. It was gorgeous!

I swear there was snow on the ground when I parked this morning!

🤣

Happy birthday Cait!

This was a very long time ago, but it's a favorite memory...

My Christmas cactus is still blooming!

I'm always happy to support my crafty friends!

Please check out @foxhollowglassarts on Instagram - she does beautiful work! This li'l nightlight is perfect for the downstairs bathroom in our cabin.

Wolf Moon

Don't mind if I do!

Last spring my younger son decided he wanted to learn how to cook different foods, so we started calling each other and I'd talk him through the recipes. Sometimes they are tried and true, and sometimes they're new. It's been a lot of fun! And yummy!! This morning we made scones. I'll happily start the year baking!