Snapped

There are things you expect to have around forever. Our old goose, for instance -- I thought she would outlive us all. A predator got her a couple of years back. And now the big old apple tree between the house and the barn. Snapped in half by the weight of yesterday's snow. Oh well.

Bon voyage

Tomorrow, my eldest and her husband become residents of Switzerland. Bon voyage ce soir.

Heels

The folks who paved our driveway left us a booklet that advises against wearing spike heels on it. Duly noted.