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Mornin’! The fields may be quiet now, but the day’s got plenty of work waiting—best get to it.
At the time of this post—-21.3°C (-6.34°F).
Today: Partly to mostly sunny and cold, with a high around -10°C (15°F). Light winds adding to the chill.
Tonight: Clear and frigid, with temperatures dropping to about -18°C (0°F).
Tomorrow: A bit warmer with increasing cloudiness, reaching a high of -4°C (25°F). A calm start to the day but clouds may signal a change ahead.
So it might pay to undle up if you’re heading out, and maybe enjoy a warm drink by the fire!
Highway 522 is clear of snow and ice for the most part this morning, which should make traveling pretty good for those venturing out. Living in the country, though, it’s always wise to stay prepared. A thermos of hot coffee, an extra blanket, and a full tank of gas can go a long way if nature decides to throw a curveball.
On another note, I had planned to spend some time in my old woodworking shop yesterday, working on the harvest table I’m building for my lovely wife. But—like many things in life—plans changed. Instead, my wife and I decided to head off to North Bay to pick up a few necessities. It was a cold trip in, but with the sun shining overhead and the car nice and warm, it turned out to be a truly enjoyable day.
While in town, we picked up some groceries along with a few other odds and ends that caught our eye. For lunch, we made it simple: parked the car, sipped on a steaming cup of tea, and chatted while watching the world go by. People-watching in a busy parking lot might not sound like much, but with good company and a peaceful moment, it was perfect—what more could one ask for?
After lunch, we filled up the car with gas, grabbed a decaf coffee for the road, and decided to take the scenic route back home. Truth be told, there are only two ways to get to our place from North Bay, but each route is a journey through the heart of nature, with towering trees and serene landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see. We’ve been making that trip for over 20 years now, and it never ceases to amaze me how there’s always something new to catch our eye—a curious deer, a particularly striking sunset, or just the quiet beauty of the forest.
We pulled into the driveway late in the day, tired but content. It was one of those days that sticks with you—a day to remember. Or, as my wife likes to say, Making Memories.
Today however if things goes to plan I am going to see if I can get the boards for the Harvest Table’s top cut out to size and planned down. And if lucky I might even get them glued up, that would be nice. But we will see what happens.
With that, I’m off to enjoy the breakfast my lovely wife has made for me—or should I say has already made for me. Afterward, we’ll sit and enjoy our morning cup of hot cocoa, have a bit of a chat about this and that, and then I’ll be heading out to my woodworking shop. I lit the old wood stove earlier, so it should be nice and toasty in there by now. I say should because that stove of mine has a mind of its own. Every so often, it decides to call it quits and goes out. Truth be told, I can’t really blame it. There are mornings I don’t feel like getting out of bed myself.
You all have a great day, and remember what my dad used to say: “The best way to start your day is to put one foot on the floor, then the other, and see where they take you. Just don’t forget to enjoy the journey along the way.” Wise words from a man who’s never far from my thoughts.
Until next time—keep your minds open and your stories alive! GW
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