Category Archives: Seasons & Celebrations

Observations of the seasons, particular holidays and special days.

Solstice Solitude

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Mark Zeiger

Despite my best intentions, this year’s Christmas season started later than we had intended (see Early Onset Christmas). We’ve caught up, but may not be quite there yet. Each observance of the season seems to find me a bit unprepared. … Continue reading →

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Comfort and Joy

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Mark Zeiger

Yesterday, around noon, I took the first real shower I’d had in nine days. We worked hard all day Friday on rebuilding the water system. We brought the new/used water heater over from the boat house, sledding it through the … Continue reading →

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