Hello!
The
weather has finally turned nice and warm after a cold spell and snow flurries
the week after Easter- the blackberry winter (what the old timers call the
seven cold spells during spring here in the mountains), which usually comes
before Good Friday. Most try and have
their beans planted by Good Friday.
Since I was running late, I didn't feel too guilty when the temperature
dropped back down to freezing again. I
have since got my beans planted, cleaned out my raspberry and blackberry
patches, have transplanted some bushes, and flowers.
Everything
is green once again here in the mountain with azaleas, wisteria- that didn't
get nipped by frost, money plants, lilacs, and iris are blooming. My crabapple
tree blossoms and half of my wisteria was killed by one of the cold
spells. The air is still perfumed by the
fragrant wisteria and lilacs making the bees and butterflies go crazy. The
hummingbirds are back- a sign warm weather is here to stay. Hanging out the
wash is such a delight surrounded by so much beauty and life. God has created a wonderful world for us to
inhabit and enjoy here on earth.
Inside
we have begun renovating the kitchen.
All my dishes are out of the cupboards under a sheet on the dining room
table. Dwight sanded down the cabinets
for me as my hands weren't strong enough to hold the sander. After caulking all around, I got the ceiling
painted. I was quite exhausted by the time I was finished, but it looks brand
new. Now for the headboard and cabinets. Yesterday, I ordered the new countertops
and sink.
This
Monday I am going to be traveling with my granddaughter, Annette, and Curtis up
to PA to stay with my sister for a week while they attend a wedding. I am so
excited to be able to spend some time with my sister after losing Dana, my BIL,
an uncle, and our brother so close together. It's been years since I was able
to go to PA. While there we plan to also go and visit my one aunt as well. This will be a special time for my sister and
I. God's timing is always perfect.
Dawn
& her family are adjusting quite well to life in the Philippines. I love
all the pictures Dawn sends showcasing their world. We are excited at all the
doors God is opening for them to minister in.
Meanwhile,
Dwight keeps me and the place going here at home.
Have
a wonderful day~
Dorcas
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