It's hard to believe February is more than half over. I hope everyone had a nice Valentine's Day, giving sweet tokens of love to those who mean the most to you, and hopefully getting some in return. I stopped at the truck stop in Wells River on my way to see Fred at DHMC and got him a nice big slice of chocolate pie. It hit the spot for him! He needs to gain weight and has been told to eat all the "good stuff" - so nothing is off limits for him. For me, it's a different story. I wish I could give him a few of my extra pounds.
     We are happy that Fred was discharged from DHMC on Thursday afternoon and is now spending a few days at the Greensboro, Vermont Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center. It is a very nice, small facility and he's getting excellent care there. He is determined to get strong quickly so he can come home.When I saw him today, he was expecting to be evaluated by the physical therapy specialists tomorrow, and then we'll know if they think he's as ready to come home as he thinks he is. Woody and I are ready to have him home, for sure.
     The weather here today has been very sunny, but the temperature never got very high. I went for a short walk around 2 p.m. when I got home from visiting Fred, and there was a very cold wind. Also, there's that ice under the sifting of snow we got overnight. I measured just over an inch - just enough to make everything pretty, clean and white - and dangerous underfoot. I had my trusty walking stick with me and wore my creepers, but didn't dare venture up Jamie and Marie's hill. It's ok going up, but coming back down can be scary. I believe we have a warming trend heading our way after tomorrow. Tuesday will be near 60 degrees.
Well, in some places, but probably not at Joe's Pond. It should mean sugaring can get started, I suppose. There's real warmth in the sun when the wind isn't blowing.
     Here's an opportunity to do some spring cleaning and put those seldom-used items that are cluttering your cupboards and closets to good use. There's someone out there who is no doubt looking for whatever it is you have and don't use anymore, and the Kingdom Animal Shelter will benefit. Here's the scoop!

     If you can't quite make out the small print, click on the image to make it larger. Helen Morrison says give her a call and she'll pick up your item(s). Her number is 563-2488. Do remember, though, they can't use old electronics, skis or clothing.