Jerry, don't forget a woman and her tools! I just became the new owner of an old flax spinning wheel; because I am a spinner (though not a spinster!) I am happy to say that it is in good working order, and even has its distaff, which is usually the first part to break or go missing. I will be putting it to good use.

Our summer has been busy. Serious illnesses and surgeries have been the lot of too many of our family membere and friends, but almost everyone is doing well, or at least better, now. We did leave town long enough for a lovely week at Pinewoods Folk Music Week, immersing ourselves in music, friendship, and two ponds!

It is nice to stop by at the kitchen table; I hope everyone is well.

Speaking of tables, if any of you make it to our house, I invite you to sit at our dining room table, recently given to me by an old and dear friend, who raised her family around its broad walnut surface. My dining table up to now could only fit eight (very friendly) people, while my "new" table will accomodate twelve! That fact, and the love with which it was offered to me, has made it a very special piece of furniture.

Carly