November Novelties!

November reminds us to put summer and warm weather aside and snuggle in (or prepare) for colder rainy, days for a few months. 

A glorious late Nov. evening!

Memories of Nov. past...circa 1975

Louie in the cap and Gerry in white muscle shirt with relatives in northern Wisconsin forest! 

Time to process the fancy pumpkin!

Gotta use the big knife!  Tough shell

Good pumpkin soup! Not good seeds...

Need these for Good seeds!!

Rainbow eucalyptus plant from Debbie!

Love the muted autumn colors!

"They went that-a-way!"

Who?  Maybe we'll find out someday.

I go on "Dr. Suess" walks around the park and get caught up in his whimsical tree world!

Who said seniors don't have a sense of humor...or horror!!

Just hanging out!

Turkey time at the club house!!

Latest trauma drama

my heat pump quit working! 

The county heating service is installing a new one for me Dec. 31!  Yay!

What's a heat pump, you ask?

Check back early January and I'll tell you...

How does this senior lady spend chilly, rainy days?

watching exercise and health You Tube videos...

on my homemade exercise mat! 

And immersing in all things Tolkien!

Gandalf approves!! 

Thinking of a "from sea to shining sea" cross country road trip??

I might have to put this on my bucket list! Anyone want to drive me???

I ain't going midwest NORTH...

Door covered 3/4 up in one snow storm.

My olive crop is ripening!!Wonder when they are ready to harvest.

A lovely celestial scene for your enjoyment!

I was putting up lights on my deck early evening when I saw this beauty!

December Cold Supermoon

REFLECTIONS 

November has been a cornucopia of Thanksgiving and enjoyable "little things". It's been a peaceful month probably because I "am home" for a few months, "in between" trips!  It is difficult, though, to adjust to steady routine living.  But adventure is on the horizon with Christmas prep and a few possible fun activities!  Check back!  

This has been a good 4 GeoGram weeks in the life of Gram G.

"Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord, let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before Him with thanksgiving and extol Him with music and song. For the Lord is the great God, and the great King above all gods."  (Psalm 95:1)

Only in October!

October is an unruly, mixed up, colorful, unpredictable fellow!  Enjoy this picture fest!

FUN FOTOES...

Coming for U!

Get a slant on our dumpling fest!!

Gram Carole learning the art!

First great grandchild's 9th Bday!!

First deck party guests!!

Kahana, Saul, Nainoa and Pomai

Peek-A-Boo Harvest Full Moon!

Arborvitae getting 10 foot flat top hair cuts

Patchy but orderly hobbit garden

Autumn Splendor!

Rainbow umbrella over the Park

(not my photo)

Last rose of Autumn!  

(Hide the bud)

They're such little fun-guy

Somewhere mid Washington

(Facebook pic)

"What you think,Stan?" "Cloudy days invigorate me!"

"Naw, Harry."  "I like flying under blue skies!"

Beef stew and corn bread to warm your soul!!

Frodo showed up at our harvest dinner!

We were all SO surprised, but pleased to have him visit Middle Earth once again!

Says he's looking for a banquet hall for his 180th Bday bash!

I remember spotting him at the Portland airport 10 years ago! 

 He's aged a little but not too much!

Well, that puts a smile on my face!!

Do I go Green Bay?

Or Pumpkin?

Wisconsin Vibes!!

And to ALL a GOOD NIGHT!

REFLECTIONS    

October displays many colors and moods.  It clings to sunshine and summer while bracing for the gray and cold rains of winter.  It can't make up its mind, sometimes mingling it all in one pot.  There's a quiet peace on sunny days that makes me want to linger in nature.  Next day a kettle of home made soup warms chilly bones.   I enjoy the variety it brings!! 

This has been a good  3 GeoGram weeks in the life of Gram G.

"Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow."   (James 1:17)

Super September Part 3 Durango!

 

In the air again! Heading to Colorado!!

"Mountains, Gandalf, I want to see mountains!" (LOTR)

AND Hoosier Family!!

Little cabin at 8,000 feet!!

35 miles southwest of Durango

Two sisters!!  Kate and Georgia

Pueblos....cave dwelling community

Why did the moose cross the highway?

To follow his family!!

118 miles north of Durango

Black Canyon was a State park until recently.

Rugged terrain for those who want challenging trails and climbs!

Gunnison River far below...

Historical Durango to Silverton 3 hour train ride!!

Historical diesel engine train on 

Narrow Gauge Railroad   45.5 miles 

Silverton in view!!

Silverton...small town of mining days 

Good thing Kate behaved!!

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Last day, Sunday, Jim drove Kate and me on a sightseeing ride east of Durango

Southern UTE Reservation

Chimney Rock National Monument

Preserves ancient homes and ceremonial buildings

of the Chaco Canyon culture...

We did not explore 

Pagosa Springs, 

Stinky sulfur spa resort, 

If you are into that sort of thing! 

83 miles east of Durango...

And

Three miles up on a dirt road to...

11,500 Feet!

Air doesn't get any fresher or breezy!

Lunch, you say?  This little guy kept coming back and almost jumped on us!

Which way is the wind blowing?

Do I roll to the east or to the west?

 Old fashioned runway boarding!

Home again to fresh made chicken soup and warm, satisfying memories!! Thanks, Hoosier Family!!

REFLECTIONS 

I had such a fun time in the mountains of Colorado! The altitude was a challenge and a bit alarming one night, but mostly manageable with lots of water, good food, sun screen and hat. A Vick's Vapor  inhaler, through Jim's wisdom and Stephanie's provision, was my most treasured accessory! I was gratified to share that time and experience with my sister and extended family! So satisfying to relive adventures by viewing photos and blogging!  Thanks, All!!   

This has been a good two Geogram weeks in the life of Gram G.  

"For the LORD is the great God, the great KING above all gods. In his hands are the depths of the earth, and the mountain peaks belong to him. The sea is his for he made it, and his hands formed the dry land. Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel before the LORD our maker."  Psalm 95:3-6