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Not Florida

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If there was any doubt whether we were still in Florida, or not, one look out the window told the tale yesterday morning. Cyndie provided this shot she captured on one of our trails. She trekked through the new snow on her new knee, while giving Delilah some exercise. I am very impressed with her brave efforts toward resuming activity at a time of year when the footing is particularly sketchy.

img_ip1908echOne of the things contributing to Cyndie’s motivation is the departure of our house guests, George and Anneliese. Tuesday they packed up and headed off to Minnesota.

We are sad to have them gone —they have become family— but it was time for them to take another step in their relocation plan. We have become empty nesters again.

Our feelings are understandably mixed about their leaving, greatly missing their companionship and support, while also appreciating the luxury of returning to being less discreet about closing doors or wearing clothes. However, we know there will be future visits, as George still has some clients in the area on his farrier calendar.

Our place will always be available to them as a home away from home.

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Written by johnwhays

January 26, 2017 at 7:00 am

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Got Company?

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Our guests have arrived! Let the fun begin.

Delilah was so excited to meet them, she peed. We stayed up later last night than I have been awake for as long as I can remember. Did I even make it to midnight last New Years? I don’t think so. When we finally went to sleep, it was already this morning, that’s how late it was.

Temperatures should be mild today, so we will be able to give them a soft introduction to our northern version of winter.

That’s it. I don’t have time to write more. We’ve got company!

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Written by johnwhays

December 18, 2013 at 7:00 am