Sunset

I drove to Camp Barakel to pick up Luke yesterday. It was a beautiful day for a drive. On the way home, the sky was ablaze as the sun was setting. The pictures I took through the van window as we traveled, don’t do justice to the beauty we saw.

Snow

It was cold this morning and there was a little snow on the ground when Kevin and I went for a walk. When we got back home, Zachary and Josiah had the drive shoveled.

Signs of Spring

I am seeing and hearing more feathered friends when I walk now. The trail is clear of snow with the exception of a few small patches. The amount of open water on the lake continues to increase. I’m thankful that spring, slowly but surely, has arrived!

Hike

It was a great day to be outdoors. The boys and I hiked the CCC Fit Trail. We spotted a Christmas ornament hanging on one of the pine trees.

Winter is Past

For, lo, the winter is past, …. I love this time of year! The snow is melting and the ice is starting to thaw on Higgins Lake. Friends who have been away for the winter are starting to return to our beautiful area. It’s been a long, cold winter which makes spring even sweeter. It … Read more

Messy Morning

A light rain was falling when I started my walk and by the time I finished the rain had changed to a light, wet snow. It’s icy, slushy, wet and messy out there today. In spite of the mess I was glad to get outdoors.