03.30.08
Posted in Uncategorized at 9:57 pm by Administrator
Charlotte Croft has sent a photo that is both meaningful and artistic. Recently, she took an unexpected trip to Illinois to “say goodbye” to her dear father who had passed away. The photo speaks of beauty found at an unexpected time. Sunlight and moonlight are heaven sent.
Things made by man are transient, as are we all. We are but a blip on the radar, and then, we are gone. In the meantime, it is wise to enjoy beauty wherever we observe it: in the sparkling eyes of a child, the roaring waves of the ocean, crashing upon the rocks, or in the fleeting appearance of spring blooms. At the end of any day, we can only hope that we have done our best.
A beautiful sky image taken by Charlotte Croft
Thanks, Charlotte, for all that you share, and all that you do for everyone. We rejoice with you in the happy times, and our hearts are sad, in times of loss.
Charlotte reports having seen many Robins and heard “peepers” on March 2, 2008, a day the daffodils were also blooming in Illinois. She arrived home to tall piles of Vermont snow. Spring should reach New England by May, with any luck.
Patricia Cummings
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03.29.08
Posted in Nature at 2:26 pm by Administrator
There is a song that campers always used to sing at 4-H camp:
I want to wake up, in the mornin’,
Where the purple lilacs grow
Where the sun comes a-peepin’
Into where I’m a-sleepin’
and the songbirds sing “hello.”
I want to wander through the wild woods
Where the fragrant breezes blow.
And drift back to New Hampshire
Where the purple lilacs grow.
The words of this song always make me smile. New Hampshire is a unique state. At that same camp, where I was a counselor in my college days, I remember leaving my cabin at dusk, only to startle a Bobcat, right outside my door. They are not as large as you might think, and they have wisps of hair on their ears.
In this state, I have personally seen sea otters, moose, deer, bear, opossums, raccoons, skunks, fox, beavers, woodchucks, and probably other critters I can’t recall.
Bird life has its seasons. Right now, we are still seeing woodpeckers at the suet feeder. We did not feed bird seed this year, and as a result, we only heard one mouse in the wall all winter. Soon, the hummingbirds will show up in April, and the Orioles will breeze through in May, usually Mother’s Day weekend.
Between the trees, the mountains, the streams, lakes, and ocean, for a small state, New Hampshire has it “all.” It also has the local characters - like me! From time to time, I’ve considered moving, but when push comes to shove, I think I’m planning to stay right here in New Hampshire, where I can hibernate with the bears in the winter, and where the purple lilacs grow … right outside my window!
Happy Spring!
Patricia Cummings
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03.28.08
Posted in Our Grandson at 2:03 am by Administrator
Grandson, Patrick, with a book in each hand
At one year and three months, Patrick has recently discovered the world of books. He loves books! I’ve recently seen photos of him, staring at a book in a totally enthralled manner. Yes, grandmother admits to checking out a certain photo site, every day, to see if more photographs of her favorite little man have been posted. There usually are new ones to enjoy!
In one picture, Patrick was enchanted by the idea that there was a blank page in one of his books. Since he thought it really did not belong there, he tore it out. So, the next shot is of him looking bewildered, holding the blank page in his hand. Oops!
Sometimes, I think that Patrick is the most photographed kid on the planet. The photos are certainly a record of his development. He is now walking, riding on a carousel horse (with assistance, of course), and he is having “play dates” so that he will grow into a sociable human being.
Pardon my gushing and all, but when I see a cute photo of Patrick, I just have to share it. I am secretly thrilled that he is so fond of books. He must take after his parents and many other members of the extended family.
My goal was to put a smile on your face, so I hope that I have. I promise not to bore you with endless family photos, but on occasion, I have to think that it’s fun to share the joy! I am so glad I’m a grandmother! It feels so downright upright! (grins)
Patricia Cummings, Quilter’s Muse Publications & Virtual Museum
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