I got my Christmas present a bit late

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But, like they say, better late than never. I'll admit I was kind of sad, thinking Will had forgotten to get me something for Christmas. He is a little forgetful sometimes… But today, our...

Our “second Christmas” was perfect

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After our first Christmas celebration on Christmas day with Will's grandson, Drew, we had our second celebration on Saturday with sons, Bill and David's families here. We had presents from their aunts plus all...

Merry Christmas to everyone

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With a foot of snow on the ground but warmer temperatures, we're getting ready for Christmas. We started out this morning by having the big tire truck roll in, bearing Will's "Christmas gift," a...

After -25, 30 degrees F seems like summer

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After -25, 30 degrees F seems like summer We sure had a cold snap last week. Our high was -14 and that was actual temperature, not wind chill. Will kept busy hauling in wood and...

We dove to -10 degrees last night

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And it looks like that's going to be warm, compared to tonight. The high tomorrow is supposed to be about that. Brr! We're definitely hauling in more firewood, including some long-burning ash for overnight....