Bright sunshine this morning, and about 34 degrees - warmer in the sun, of course. We've had a little breeze to keep things cool, and it's really quite a pretty day.

I had a note over the weekend from Sue LaGue. Sue and Jack are getting ready for their first winter at Joe's Pond. Actually, this will be the first winter here for Richard and Carmen Gagne, just down the road from them, too. Both couples built homes here last winter, and visited frequently as the building process was going on, but now they are able to sit back in their cozy homes and enjoy the very different world of Joe's Pond in winter time. Here's what Sue wrote:

Well, the ice is starting to form and stay on Joe’s Pond. Its been interesting watching the wild life this season. Yesterday, we saw an otter swim by, a gaggle of geese and 2 loons. I hope the birds have finally migrated now. We are enjoying our buttoned up place here. We are still doing some decluttering from the move but have settled in for the winter and can even use the garage for one car.

We know they will all enjoy being here at the pond - it's quieter than in summer, of course, but that can be a good thing.