In March we adopted a black cat from the local Animal Refuge League.  “Houdini” had been at the animal shelter for three months and was not flourishing.  We took him home and introduced him to our other cat, Tux.  Within … Continue reading →

I feel sorry for male turkeys this time of year.  They try so hard.  We’ve had five females visiting our birdfeeders for months.  As expected a male turkey, a particularly spectacular specimen, has attached himself to the group of five … Continue reading →

Some parts of the country may be feeling spring like, but it’s not happening here.  The Sebago Lake fishing derby will occur this weekend and the entire lake is frozen solid.  Snowmobiles, cars, and trucks will be whizzing over all … Continue reading →

It is a winter wonderland. This past weekend I tried out a new sport—snowshoe racing.  My husband refused to even contemplate participating.  He saw absolutely no reason to go running around the woods wearing a pair of snowshoes.  I suspect … Continue reading →

Happy New Year! It’s official.  Winter has settled into southern Maine.  Last week I watched the snow fall sideways.  This weekend we were in the single digits.  During cold weather my husband and I have been a little jealous of … Continue reading →

In our barn the sounds of toy building was reaching a feverish pitch.  Even the reindeer were growing more and more restive clattering and stomping in anticipation of the big event.  At sunrise on Christmas Eve I shuffled downstairs rubbing … Continue reading →

I quickly donned a thick layer of winter outer gear, grabbed my flashlight and dashed out the door.  That Santa sleigh suit had to be nearby and I would find it and save Christmas.  I trotted down the back hill … Continue reading →

Santa was correct.  Reindeer didn’t make any noise.  But they smelled. Still, we were becoming accustomed to the sounds of elfish industry, music, and the aromatic scent of reindeer.  Standing in the middle of the barn with my eyes closed … Continue reading →

Let’s face it.  It’s hard—no it’s impossible—to say ‘no’ to Santa.  That week we pulled out the old lights and decorated the barn to look just like Santa’s workshop.  There was a big door and a roof topped by a … Continue reading →