October 17, 2014 Rain & a Birthday

Aspen along the road before the big winds.

Wednesday 10/15. More rain mid morning, but just a short sprinkle, after which the fog and sun fought for dominance.  The sun won out, but then the rain won over the sun and I only got two wheel barrow loads split and stacked on the porch.  Of course the rain soon stopped, but by then I was busy inside, napping.

We couldn't take down the Baker as it was wet.  Will have to wait til it dries out.

The wind blew in with gusts into the mid 20's.  Just the type of evening that makes me want to curl up on the couch with a blanket, regardless of how warm it is inside.  Our high for the day was 52.

Thursday 10/16.  It was 40 and overcast when we got up at 7:30 am.  No sleeping in today as we had to load the garbage in the trailer and go Down There.  Got on our way a little after 9:00 am.  With a loaded trailer, it is a very slow drive to the pavement.  All the wind had blown most of the remaining leaves off the trees and even off the road.

By noon the sun was out and the sky almost clear, but our high for the day was only 50.

It was another slow drive back up to Rose Camp with the snow blower in the trailer.  After a late lunch, we were able to take the Baker down and put it away.  A little rest and then I was off to split wood.  I did one wheel barrow and one tractor bucket load and stacked them on the porch.  Then it was time for our afternoon walk.

A very productive day.

Friday 10/17.  This morning is 41 and overcast.  Rain fell during the night and more is forecast for today and the weekend.  I hope it doesn't rain too hard on the west side of the mountains as tomorrow is my Aunt Nene's 89th birthday.  Happy Birthday, Nene!!

Thought for the day: It is one of the blessings of old friends that we can afford to be stupid with them.  Ralph Waldo Emerson