Rain and Lightening
Normally when Nellie runs for cover because of a dire weather forecast it's for naught. Not this time. We woke to a thunderstorm and winds in the 20's. Up to 30kt winds blew all day from the northwest. Being downwind this raised Midland's water level by almost one foot. The Great Lakes don't have tides but they're certainly effected by the winds.
Welcome to Midland Harbour
"A young Apollo, golden-haired,
Stands dreaming on the verge of strife,
Magnificently unprepared
For the long littleness of life."
Stands dreaming on the verge of strife,
Magnificently unprepared
For the long littleness of life."
-- Frances Cornford
In high school English class we were required to memorize one poem per week. For some reason Cornford's stuck with me. Now, forty-two years along, I look back and laugh. The teacher, I think, was having a little fun at our expense. The poem certainly resonates more for me now than when I was a pup.
Deep-Fried Butter Tarts?
Butter tarts are a Canadian tradition. We bought two and will report on our findings.
Midland Mural
Midland, Ontario
No miles today and holding at 1753 miles for the trip. DBH
