Finally, the sun

I awoke to sunshine – something I hadn't seen in what seemed like several weeks. I think it really has been several weeks, to tell the truth. I have the day off because yesterday was parent-teacher conferences at our school and I we were all there until 8:00 last night.

Today I sat outside in my pajamas and a long sweater with my morning cup of coffee. It is so darn beautiful on the little front porch with the sunshine on my face. I went inside for the camera and put on the macro lens for some early morning light close-ups.

South side of the manor house.

Hardly any leaves left on the hickory tree out front.

I love their golden color.

Oh, my friend, it's not what they take away from you that counts.  It's what you do with what you have left.  ~Hubert Humphrey

Sometimes you feel like a nut.

Sometimes you don’t.

And now I want an Almond Joy.

My husband and I went for a long ride in the car this morning, taking George along with us. We headed up to Amish country and my husband bought some new Carhart clothing (his favorite). It’s the first time he’s driven that far in the new car. His eyesight is so much better after the radiation treatments. Things are quiet which is how I like them.

Looking forward to a quiet weekend here. Except tonight – I’m planning on going out with some old friends. Woot!

Has this week seemed long or what?