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sunset clouds on a saturday night

Saturday night found us at the Floater, a restaurant that–yes–floats.  At the end of the bay. The sunsets are always spectacular. It was a time to catch up with our friend Linda.  We never run out of things to talk … Continue reading

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banjo man’s new baby

Happy Birthday, Banjo Man! This is the new member of our musical instrument collection:  a plectrum banjo.  It’s a beautiful vintage instrument and is exactly what Banjo Man has been searching for.  It came from that hotbed of banjo players:  … Continue reading

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pure joy

Do you remember the summer when you were old enough–and brave enough–to take that first leap off the dock (or the diving board or, in my case, the float? It’s big.  Really big. And this summer was the Funny Grandson’s  … Continue reading

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close call

Since 1971 I’ve looked for a moose in the shady ponds by the Pack River Bridge every time we’ve driven to town.  There have been three–three–spottings.  Always a thrill. I think I saw one in a distant field while I … Continue reading

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still moping

Yes, Banjo Man and I are still moping around wishing the Funny Grandson and his parents and his uncle were back at the lake with us. We’re trying to rally. In fact, one of the Montana Kathy’s is coming over … Continue reading

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return to blogging

I can’t believe it has been almost a month since I’ve posted anything on the blog. And I have so much to say!!! The reason I’ve been silent?  Well, the Funny Grandson has been here since June 23 and I … Continue reading

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the perfect chilly afternoon chore

In case you’re wondering, they’re burning driftwood.  Lots and lots of wood has ended up on our beach this year.  And it keeps coming in. The two big guys and the one little guy have built a fire in the … Continue reading

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he’s baaaaack

The Funny Grandson has returned to the lake for the fourth summer in a row.  He and his mom arrived Saturday night, as did Banjo Man.  I had a happy car full of family and suitcases on the way home … Continue reading

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ready as i’ll ever be

I would keep cooking and baking, but I’m running out of space.  This freezer was empty 12 days ago and I have had a GREAT TIME filling it up with meals for my family and friends.  It’s why I come … Continue reading

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goose war

They come in a gang of a dozen.  Or a little group of three.  Or eleven of them with five goslings. They poop on my beach.  Massive amounts of poop, people!  I’m not talking about the normal byproducts of living … Continue reading

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