Entrance to library 2023. the plantings have been cleared by the Beautification Committee and so no more Harry Lauder Walking Sticks or bulbs which pop up early each year. Now we have staid evergreens.
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Talked on phone with my son who reassured me that the wildfires north of his town are not of any concern, and the one in Mesa Verde National park was contained and put out. That was a relief. I remind myself that he had been a wildland firefighter for the National Forest Service for several years, and for AmeriCorps before that.
And the biggest personal relief, which I really didn't expect, was my son telling me to stop thinking I'm going to be a burden to them. I keep doing that, I guess. It does seem to be in my DNA. So I'm going to be a gift to them. I will arrive with a big bow on top of my head. Mom the gift.
...it's unfortunate that Black Mountain College had such a short life, it should have lived forever!
ReplyDeleteThe gift that keeps on giving … and on and on. 😜
ReplyDeleteAll of these pictures look familiar to me! I love that my grandsons get to go to camp in the old Black Mountain location. Many of the same buildings. And it's where Jessie and Vergil got married.
ReplyDeleteI've been in that library and love it! I can generally find a book to buy in their for-sale section. And of course I've passed the train depot many times.
I'm glad that your son straightened you out on how you won't be a burden to them. Yes! Wear a bow! You are indeed their gift.
Hello Barb,
ReplyDeleteYou are a gift! No more negative thoughts, take care and be happy.
Take care, enjoy your day and have a happy weekend.