Friday, August 5, 2011

New Google Map Images

Google maps has some new imagery of our home:



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This shows the cabin, the Garage (both red roofs) and the winter house






Wednesday, July 20, 2011

Sittin' on the Sill


Sittin' on the Sill, originally uploaded by mikemilton.

Some days are just perfect for sitting on the windowsill and enjoying a breeze. This was one of them.

It was quite warm (nothing like the heatwave to follow!) but a brisk wind kept us cool and emptied the cabin of any heat buildup.

Friday, July 8, 2011

Merganzers


Merganzers, originally uploaded by mikemilton.
This morning a mother merganzer came along the shore with two chicks.

As they passed our window, they took a ride

Hobie Sailing


Hobie Sailing, originally uploaded by mikemilton.
We both got out for a good sail this week.

The wind was light and variable but had its moments

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Snapper


Snapper, originally uploaded by mikemilton.
We are having a Solstice gathering today and so, naturally, it is overcast.

The mayflies are still out and being knocked from the trees by birds who swoop about with their mouths full. They also clatter on the roof after any that might land there.

This fellow seemed to be hoping that something might be dropped in the lake for him. If not, perhaps some yummie toes?

It is not too sharp as I too this from our side window.

Monday, April 25, 2011

Ice Out on Gooderham Lake 2011

The ice finally disappeared from the lake on Good Friday, April 22nd, 2011. This is almost a full 3 weeks later than last Spring. Both loons have returned to the lake, too.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Cooper's Hawk


Cooper's Hawk, originally uploaded by mikemilton.

Sitting in the tree near our front deck. Sadly this was taken through the window and is less sharp than I'd like