It’s been said: “There is no such thing as ‘away.’ When we throw anything away, it must go somewhere.”

Every year on a Saturday in mid-December, volunteers from across the country lay wreaths on gravestones in Arlington National Cemetery. Each wreath is a symbol of honor and respect for our fallen service members.

Ringing out 2017, flying into 2018, with  thanks to all of you wonderful readers!

The Christmas tree isn’t complete until I hang the blue crystal ball on a high branch.

FIRST SNOW

Nothing beats the first snowfall of the season!

It's not a nice word. 

A family banner does the Turkey Trot ... but comes home at last!

A powerful freak storm in late October across Maine gave residents a sour taste of what millions experienced in the aftermath of hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. 

The downsizing of a beloved monument to old-school retail.

“The perfect weather of Indian Summer lengthened and lingered, warm sunny days were followed by brisk nights, with Halloween a presentiment in the air.”   Wallace Stegner, “Remembering Laughter”