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Not really SAD, but

A lot of people are affected with Seasonal Affective Disorder in Wisconsin.  We have many, many days without sun during the winter months.  This year, we've had a string of days with heavy fog and unseasonably warm temperatures in the 30's and 40's.   Personally, I can't claim that I've ever really felt the effects of SAD, but this year, knowing that we are likely moving west later next year, I've been very impatient and annoyed with Wisconsin weather.   Sun trying to fight through the clouds It hasn't helped that my daily routine involves looking at the weather in Fort Collins and Tucson.  Their weather has been spectacularly sunny and more pleasant this time of year.   So, I haven't been blogging much because not much is going on. I've substituted indoor pickleball for hiking. The trails have been muddy and not much fun. For Christmas, we had my mother, Julia's brother and Allie here.  I went and retrieved my mother from Cedar Rapids a...

Iowa: A Short Stay

 

Crossing the Mississippi River

We drove three hours this afternoon to my parents’ condo in Cedar Rapids. Mom is 84, and Dad is 90. We suggested bringing carry out dinner, and they suggested Firehouse Subs.  Julia brought fresh-baked chocolate chip cookies, which my Dad thought was the best part of the meal.

My parents have always been routine-based. By nine o’clock we had a nice visit, and they were ready to get on to their evening routine. We are grateful for their hospitality. We will get an early start in the morning and get some miles in tomorrow.

Comments

MFH said…
Is that white stuff on either side snow?!
John said…
Yes, the river is open, but there is snow on the banks and ice on the edges.

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