Artists

Kenny has been on spring break for the past week, and out of town for most of that time-to the occasional frustration of Beth and myself...He missed eye and doctor appointments through negligence while having fun with his friends...But he walked in a few minutes ago and grabbed a quick shower, then sat in the kitchen chair surrounded by his college stuff and played a song on his guitar as he waited for a friend to pick him up for one last hour of freedom before heading back to school. I was in the living room reading a book when he began to sing, and spontaneous tears came to my eyes as I listened to his voice. I could not help admonishing myself for my impatience with his lack of practical thought as the notes reminded me that music is his gift and I must never forget that. So I said a prayer that he may find his way in a world that has little room for artists and dreamers, regardless of how talented they may be. I suspect that as he matures, and struggles to nurture his creative spark while earning a living, Kenny will decide to get really serious about his music, at which point his unique gifts will be unleashed. 

Chelsea

Chelsea had a haircut yesterday...Is this the same dog? Yep!

Still Winter

As much of the country can attest to, winter is still in full effect, and around here we have had snow on the ground much of the time since before Thanksgiving. The weather channel just reported that Syracuse, NY has not seen a day of full sun since October... yet in Warren I've noticed that we have had more sunny days,  so it's been a cold season but not particularly unpleasant to my senses. Above we see Beth and I on a hike in the woods a few miles from home and also the Conewango river, which still shows extensive ice. The long term forecast is for above freezing temperatures, so I think spring is finally beginning to arrive..!?