A Happy Christmas for Thomas

Thomas picked up his new car today. His Eagle Talon got tired and was ready to rest. He was all smiles. A new car has a way of doing that to people. Take care of her Thomas and she will give your years of good driving. Enjoy! We love you.

Breakfast?

This is the first coyote I saw this year. They are starting to use the ice for traveling at the edge of the Bay. He has a nice thick coat. He came in after 8 this morning and I was surprised to see him. I hope he stays away from peoples small dogs and cats. Watch out and don't let them out alone. He feels that a meal is a meal. I love to see the wild things. The crows were angry because he ate the bread I had just put out for them. They were squawking and scolding but he held his ground and finished it all. I put some out for them after he left and all was right with their world. It is 15 degrees and a light dusting of snow makes everything fresh. I see one ship anchored out front but there might be more I can't see. Have a great day--stay warm!

Snow!

Well the wind has been whistling around the house and in the trees. We have drifts two to three ft. high but I can't tell you have much actual snow because of all the wind. It is still snowing. Dennis and I have been out clearing it but I know we will be out again before the night is through. We didn't get the BIG storm but this is good enough for us. Stay warm and safe.

Baby, It's cold outside!

Got to zero just before daybreak. The steam off the lake is making a billowing haze that moves across the Bay. It looks cold, it is cold. The birds are flocking to the suet and the feeders are seeing many different kids of birds. I finally had some red grosbeaks pay a visit. The squirrels are enjoying the sunflower seeds and nuts I put out on the porch for them. My little fox came in for his nightly treat under the pines. I put out only enough for him--don't want the coyotes hanging around. I have to get out my Christmas cards and finish decorating the tree. Time passes so quickly. Stay warm. We have another storm coming in so batten down the hatches!

Cold Monday

The wind is blowing, snow falling and a ship safely tucked into the Bay waiting for Superior to calm down. It's Monday and a new week is beginning. We took a ride to Marquette yesterday to look at a plow for the Jeep. The guy is going to give Dennis a price on the whole Jeep to scavenge for parts for ours. They were getting a good bit of snow and on the way home it was hard to see at times. Old eyes don't see as well as young ones. We saw a truck that smashed his whole front and side hitting a guard rail--going to fast. He was fine but that truck was a mess. I am so glad Dennis is such a good driver, snow and ice on the road scares me. I was glad to see my little town and get in and sit by the stove. Have a great week!

Start of Winter

Winter is trying to get a good foothold in the Upper. The snow is settling and real cold is making the Bay thick like jello. The circle ice is forming at the shore and Mother Earth is getting ready to rest under a blanket of snow. The fire is burning hot and it is cozy. The keurig is keeping my coffee cup full. What a hard life--I'm grateful for all we have and worked for. Enjoy the week-end.