Tis the season . . . not for jolly holly; but
for mating!
From my window, I'm
watching the squirrels seek a nest mate for their spring family. They
are running after each other in full speed ahead, then into reverse.
Three brown tree squirrels just flew by the window, with tails a
flying.
I'm roasting filberts this
morning. Maybe that's why they are excited. I can smell the rich
nutty flavor filling the house, possibly they can too as the aroma
drifts up the chimney? Through the walls? Okay, probably not.
Once the nuts cool, I rub
off the thin skins and store them in the frig for a healthy snack.
For a better, healthier treat I love to dip them and raisins
in melted dark chocolate chips. Excellent brain food!
Twenty-five years ago when
we harvested our own filberts (100 trees), Craig made chocolate nut
clusters to sell to our respective offices. I remember one year, we
sold over $400 worth. I gained five pounds that year. I don't wonder
why. It was the aroma in the air!
Chuckle! Here comes the
squirrels again! Three of them—I wonder which one will lose out.
Google says their population will increase in about 40-45 days.
The new year will soon be
here. I'm wishing you good health and happiness in all your
endeavors!
The biggest blessing you
can receive is daily reading God's Word. I love this particular week
every year because, along with many of you Gideon members and my
special friends, we are finishing the book of Revelation once again.
We might not completely understand John's vision, but he said we
would be blessed as we read it. I agree with him!
Happy January Anniversary
to Dianne & Gary, Loren & Nancy, and me and my husband Craig!
Love,
Juanita
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