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 There are still nights below freezing but it is still spring, so freezing nights are expected.  The flowers I planted in the triangle last fall seem to be doing okay.  Many of the crocus came up, there are tulips that have pushed through the soil and either the lilies or the iris are coming through as well.  Last year I thought I planted so many things, the area still seems a little barren to me.  I know things will come in as time goes by.



Other happy things from today:

  • It was up to me to give Aesop, our dog, a shower today.  He was such a good dog.  All day, when people have pet him, I have received comments about how soft, white, or nice smelling he is.
  • Zed and I took Aesop for a walk.  Good conversation with my son-in-law.
  • Gideon, Zed, and I had a video call with Bel to play D&D.  Folke couldn't make it so we mostly talked about things rather than play.  It was a nice virtual visit.
  • I had a goal during Lent to get rid of at least seven things a week.  Last week I only got rid of five.  Today I got rid of a pile of recycling and a pile of things to burn.  That finished last week.  Now to move forward with more things for this week.  I'm trying to be gentle with myself.


  • For the A&S challenge I worked again on the braided rug.  I really like how incorporating the dark purple has changed the look.  Day 91 is done.


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Currently reading: Pocketful of Miracles: Prayer, Meditations, and Affirmations to Nurture Your Spirit Every Day of the Year, Joan Borysenko.

And Tracking & The Art of Seeing: How to Read Animal Tracks and Sign, by Paul Rezendes.

Thank you for being part of my happy things. Stay safe.

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