A changing landscape

The road construction continues around here, and as my shock over the destruction fades, I'm taking notice of the new view from our upper floor. What was once just trees and a sliver of river is now a mound of dirt, traffic, and lots of river. I do like seeing the water more often. I note the level of the river every day now and watch the waves on windy days. The other afternoon kiteboarders zipped back and forth across the river as I enjoyed a bubble bath.

Whoa, I can spy on beach-goers from afar--can't wait until the nude beach opens next summer!

Our family landscape is changing, too. Family from both sides have moved nearby in the last year and joined us for Thanksgiving. Our table is a little more crowded now and we are so glad.

Puppy love

Ole and Pepper have developed a nice relationship over the last year. While I'd call Ole more of a cat person, I think he appreciates Pepper's goofy side and endless patience. They lovingly overlook each other's faults (Ole's tail-pulling and Pepper's dagger claws) in the name of friendship.