good tidings

i love to wake up at our "bit of earth", brew a cup of tea

and stroll outside.

this morning there's still snow on the hills across the valley,

and a bit of mist in the hollows.

but you can see the faint blush of budding trees.

the urgency and the promise of renewal.

just when us winter weary new englanders need it most. 

here's a view of the muddy, corduroy-ed road that 

becomes a bit of a challenge to drive on,

 especially around midday when the sun really warms things up.

batman and i will be enjoying a bit of a retreat up here.

unplugged and away until monday.

sending all of you wishes for 

peace, quiet reflection and joy in the light and love of the season.