Day 1135: More ice

Tiny balls of ice blasted the back of the house, pinging off the windows and door.  The newest storm is approaching from the north, part of another system rolling across the northeast.  At least we got a two mile walk in before it hit.  The snow's crispy crust crunches under our footsteps and Paddy slides along the icy walkway.

At Penelope this morning, we settled on a title for the book.  Tales from the Trail: A Guide to Backpacking with Teens.  But, when I got home and investigated it, I found Tales from the Trail is widely used in other titles related to both hiking and politics.  I certainly don't want an overused phrase in my title.  Back to the drawing board.

When I woke this morning, I realized that I have not created a timeline of tasks for setting up a program.  Although I have listed all the jobs for each position, there's no indication of how far in advance these jobs must be done.  We'll be meeting with the two Cassadaga teachers in a week and that made me realize the book is targeted at an audience wishing to create new programs, not a school who will join our program.

I decided to take a break from Quest and writing today to let my brain recharge.  Instead, I looked through my best photos so I can choose a set to print for a new display in the living room.  It was refreshing to savor my gorgeous lilies, but depressing to think how long it will be until they bloom again.

Two of my favorites

Our friend, the heron.