We are experiencing another cold snap, last night the temperature dropped to -20C, wind chill -25C, and tonight it is predicted to fall to -21C, wind chill -25C. In reality it has been a little colder than that here at Mist Cottage, as the thermometer outside the kitchen window reads a little higher than than… Continue reading Brrrr
Robin Hood Is Turning In His Grave
Our hydro bills are increasing at an unbelievable rate. We have new energy efficient windows, maximum insulation in the attic, a newly insulated basement, and have taken many measures to reduce our hydro usage. And we have succeeded reducing the amount of hydro we use. When temperature is considered, January 2020 was on average -5C.… Continue reading Robin Hood Is Turning In His Grave
Kitchen Shelf
It is cold again, the temperature having dropped to -19C overnight, and now rising. When it gets that cold I begin to feel my age. This is a new phenomena, and a sign of days to come. The thermostat (I love the thermostat) is set to 21.5C, it remains set at that temperature year round.… Continue reading Kitchen Shelf
Unexpected Opportunity
Our pace has slowed here at Mist Cottage, as winter deepens. It isn’t the cold, because the weather was mild over the weekend, and is mild again today. The eves are dripping, the snow is compacting as it melts, the roads are clear and dry in places, and the skies are gray, as they usually… Continue reading Unexpected Opportunity
Ramble
Currently I am listening to an audio book, Sense and Sensibility, written by Jane Austen. This activity is bringing me much enjoyment. I have read the story at least twice in the past, and watched it performed in films. Listening to the story read aloud though, has highlighted aspects of the novel that strike me… Continue reading Ramble