Hot 'n Cold

Well, folks.....it's just plain miserable outside.  The wind has piped up to a steady 20 mph, with occasional gusts in the 30 mph range.  It is snowing horizontally, and swirls of crystals are flying everywhere.  I put out sunflower seeds for the birds.  Normally, we let them pursue their natural food, but in this wind, and cold--it's 20 degrees--they need a little help, so we're providing it.

The wood fire is so comforting.  Knowing that we have adequate firewood, too, warms our hearts!  Last year we got caught and were seriously eyeing the dining set as kindling!  Not this year, by golly.  We're currently in great shape for fuel. It's not exactly hot inside, but, like the British, we are adding layers instead of expecting the thermostat (we don't have one!) to be at 70 degrees in every room!  After all, why learn to knit if you don't wear the sweaters and gloves.

And BTW, those wrist warmers?  I thought they were ridiculous until I got a pair from my friend, Debbi, the fabulous knitter, Debbi, that is.....!  I LOVE THEM!  My fingers are no longer cold as I type!  Thank you, Debbi!

One more milking in about half an hour, and then it's in for the night.  So, here's sending you warmth and coziness for today and this evening!