The Duo and I rode off to Detroit to visit Rob the Firefighter and the Lady Alicia, leaving blog-tending behind. Upon our return, what to our wondering eyes should appear but unopened presents! And some of these are for you.
Babs sent angels and lights. She writes: Joy To The World!! Happy Holidays to each of you. These angels are by Tami Bier from the Bier Gallery on US 31 south of Charlevoix. They are on display at Juilleret’s Restaurant in Charlevoix. Stop by there for some great French Toast and to see all the pieces that Tami has made.
Here is is Christmas night and this house in Elk Rapids seems tastefully decorated for the season. Enjoy the season.
Katherine sent some of last year’s snow that she’d been holding in reserve. A good thing, too, as we have none at all out there just now—not even in Kalkaska. If you are from Around Here you know that’s practically unbelievable. Not to worry. I’m sure a re-supply is on the way.
Miss Sadie, the Cowboy and I had a wonderful visit and are all tired out. Miss Puss stayed home, but she’s content to nap, too, so that’s all right then. We are going to have a little nap and then we’re going to make New Year resolutions.
Torch Lake Views 
P.j. grath
December 27, 2011
Glad you had a good trip, Gerry. I look forward to reading about your resolutions, too. I have a couple of my own.
Snow! Yes, assuredly we will get more–but when? Freezing rain (today’s forecast) is a sorry substitute!
Gerry
December 27, 2011
We heard about the forecast and decided to acquire provisions before settling down to a long winter’s nap. Amazing how resolve dissipates in the face of freezing rain.
Sybil
December 27, 2011
Lovely. Thanks.
New Year resolutions … you’re perfect just the way you are !
Gerry
December 27, 2011
I am reliably informed by many people who love me that although God loves me just the way I am, that does not mean there is not, shall we say, room for improvement. In fact, they suggest, there is a good deal of room.
But thank you.
uphilldowndale
December 27, 2011
Loving the angels, especially the one on the back row with the beard!!
Gerry
December 27, 2011
Um, I believe he’s one of the shepherds. He seems to be holding a little crook in front of his bearded self. There are wise men, too, and camels. I believe I must find a picture of the whole set.
Kate
December 28, 2011
We’ve had a cold, VERY dry December out here in Northern California too — no snow in the Sierras, which bodes very ill for the coming summer. Slight chance of rain predicted for tomorrow & Thursday, but I’m not holding my breath. Much as I’d like it to rain so I could curl up with a good book & a nice cuppa, I bet it’s not going to happen!
Bliadhna mhath ùr
Kate
Gerry
December 28, 2011
On balance we’ve gotten off lightly in this part of the North Country, and I am grateful for the respite. I hope some blessed water comes your way soon–but only what you need. (Wishing for something in Mama Nature’s gift is always a chancy proposition. She has a wicked sense of humor.)
Happy New Year.
Dawn
December 28, 2011
Very cute choir there! Glad you had a good trip and are snug and safe back in your house in the woods. Happy New Year!
Gerry
December 28, 2011
We are glad to be safe and snug at home too. Happy New Year back atcha! I have a feeling it’s going to be a good one.
Anna
December 28, 2011
The angels are so sweet! I just love the Christmas light decorated Victorian house. Lovely sharing. Happy New Year! 🙂
Gerry
December 28, 2011
Thank you Anna – Happy New Year to you (and Preston and Moppet of course)
Dawn
December 30, 2011
Yes it’s going to be a very good year. I’m going to figure out a way for Katie and I to have a northern adventure…she says hurry up Mom!
Gerry
December 30, 2011
The North Country awaits you with Baited breath. Oh, wait, that’s the Cowboy . . . .
C’mon up, Dawn. There’s always something going on.
Anna Surface
January 1, 2012
Happy New Year 2012 and Bright Blessings!
Gerry
January 1, 2012
Ooh! I like the idea of Bright Blessings! Happy New Year, Anna.