HOPE

We got up at 6 am today and were at the door of Meals on Wheels by 7 to help deliver thousands of thanksgiving meals to local folks who needed them. I didn’t know what to expect because this is …

Snow Walk

Two days ago, we went on a long tramp in the woods near the Mississippi River. We couldn’t resist returning today, after the first 5″ snowfall of the season last night. Chilly and white, but so refreshing. Here are some …

Interiors

Well, at long last some shots of our new apartment…the living room, dining room, and kitchen. After six months here, we’re really enjoying this space and neighborhood. For 6 years, we lived in beautiful nature but quite far from culture. …

The Ritz

Light snow fell today (sigh), but it should be gone in two days when we reach 40 degrees again. Then I’m sure winter will begin in earnest up here. I’ve already gotten back to my jewelry workbench. Here’s my latest–The …

Fall, Literally

This week, as I scuffed happily through the kaleidoscope of leaves heaped on sidewalks and streets, “fall” became literal. I was caught in a downpour of falling leaves from one tree to the next. It was glorious. And…sadly, it was …