Wouldn’t you know it, a Grackle can live for 23 years or more! So, the Grackle that comes to the corner eves of our house, where there used to be a big hole in the facia, looking to nest in her traditional spot, won’t be giving up any time soon. Every spring a Grackle, and… Continue reading Leaves
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Rideau Camp And Mayflowers
Yesterday Attila and I arose early, packed Tank, ate a hearty breakfast, and drove off towards the camp early in the morning. It was a glorious day! The journey to the camp took us though a landscape lush with green grasses, and there were even a few trees that looked as if the buds were… Continue reading Rideau Camp And Mayflowers
Walking On Air
Every day it has rained, all week long. We have our “April Showers” that hopefully will “Bring May Flowers”. The temperature has hovered between 5C and 10C, chilly in the damp. I have yet to get back out for a walk on a consistent basis. I find myself reluctant, and always have a reason, such… Continue reading Walking On Air
Spectacularly Unspectacular
Easter weekend was very kind to us this year. We decided to stay home and work on the yard and house, because in a few short weeks we won’t be spending our weekends at home, we will be at the Rideau Camp. On Friday, the day Attila had off work, he raked the entire yard,… Continue reading Spectacularly Unspectacular
Home Sweet Home
There it is, today was the last in a long succession of doctor’s appointments. Home sweet home at last! The doctor’s appointment today was interesting. The removal was almost painless, and the doctor was very sure there was no cause for concern. As anticipated, the most difficult part of the appointment was finding a place… Continue reading Home Sweet Home