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Just realized it’s after 1 a.m., so oops, I’d better get to bed. Good night...

Good night Def... happy dreams

Good night tim...sweet dreamz tonight and always when the time comes xoxo

Yes, it does. It will be five years this year, for me as well. Happy GA-versary quokka!

Well put, Mac. As for the snow, none here yet. I guess when they said it was to start at noon, it was noon somewhere else far, far away... Have a great day everyone.

hi renee! *waves*

Who’s that was my first thought. She is a cutie, alright.

I have moved twice as a child and once as an adult. Now that I live in Toronto (you know, the big city) I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else - especially the suburbs. ()

You’re being sarcastic, I hope, because after the nice days we’ve been having... Edit: The Weather Network’s weather alert says the freezing rain is for tomorrow night long after home time, but will be just drizzle Thursday morning with temps above zero.

I’ll set out the candle to light the way for our wanderers ...

Good night molly...happy dreams

Good night Def...happy dreams

Good night tim... sweet dreamz tonight and always when the time comes xoxo

Congrats to big kiddo!

Me neither. In fact, I probably would have argued with anyone who tried to tell me they were. The things we don’t know...

I came across an article that talked about exactly what you’ve mentioned, Parker along with the name Pin Oak. Trees that don’t shed their leaves are called marcescent (from a Latin root meaning ‘to shrivel) deciduous species. While not in the same geographical area as me (and tim and Mike), this article explains the nature of these trees quite well. https://www.adirondackalmanack.com/2017/11/marcescence-ecological-mystery.html

Time for lunch, and there's a book I need to finish reading, so I see you laterz....

They're all like that. They seem to be missing some leaves near the top of each tree, but otherwise, they're all still covered in them. The leaves have curled up, so I can't see what shape they are. I think I need to be having a chat with Mr. Google...

Just got back from a walk on another glorious winter day. It was a bit nippy in the beginning, but the shining sun made short work of the nip. As it is the Family Day holiday, kids and parents - and pooches - were also out and about enjoying the nice weather. The giggles coming from the tobogganers as they flew down the hill and the joyful sounds of kids skating on an outdoor rink made this sunny day even better. Met a lovely Saint Bernard and got my coffee at the corner store, so all in all, it was a nice "adventure" Oh, and here's another odd tree (one of a row) I passed along the way. I've walked by it a few times and have marvelled each time I pass them that they have not shed their leaves. Do they not know where they live? Are they in denial? Are they delusional? I mean, why do they still have leaves on their branches??????

I’ve been enjoying the view from inside, but it keeps calling me to enjoy it from the outside. I’m heading out now, so I’ll see you later... Edit: Plus, I’m out of coffee, so, I need to go out. lol

@Mikiesboy It’s a gorgeous day out there - at least it is out my window - so maybe some fresh air - even for just a bit - will do your senses some good.

Then put your writing aside, tim, and do something else. You will find inspiration again, just not today, or maybe not even tomorrow, but it will come. Cause, you know, I seem to recall you saying this before, and then you wrote something quite brilliant.

Yes, the pristine snow looks so pretty. When I went to Canadian Tire on Saturday I did see a lot of snow by the road that was all black, so hopefully, the new snow covers that for a bit.

Bit late, but good luck!

Nope, it’s not. I checked this morning and the ceiling is completely dry, so I’d say I’m in the clear - very happy about that, I am.