Saturday Afternoon Touring Wineries

Wow, did I feel indulged - Sharon and I toured some wineries in northeast Ohio this past Saturday. It was beautiful weather for it - just a nice, slow pace with lots of conversation. I learned some more about wine, too. I think I finally figured out why I do not like Chardonnays as a rule - I don't like "oak" taste, and that is a big thing with Chardonnays. Also, one other little tidbit - we tasted a Pinot Noir, I think, from "old vines" - if I got this right, the grapes are smaller, older, and don't get as big so they pack in the flavor. Does that sound right, anyone? Sharon bought a bunch of wine - go visit her, tee hee.

Franklin Conservatory

A couple of months ago we went to Franklin Park Conservatory with Carol, Carey and Willow. Carey sent a few pictures - it was a beautiful, warm visit, just as spring was arriving, so we were still shaking off winter and enjoying all the greenery . .

Bronwyn Goes Camping with Dad

Devin has been camping with Dad a couple times, and Bronwyn has been asking and asking to go. June was her time to go. W took the photos with his phone so they are a little grainy, but you get the idea, and you'll see that she had a terrific time. W took her to Slate Run Historical Farm the next day, and she was thrilled to pick beet tops to feed to the hogs and to "bend" onions.