I do enjoy a good snowfall, especially the first of the season. I love the way it covers a multitude of sins, so to speak. All the neglected weeds are covered with only the spent flowers showing. The...

On Saturday, I took a quick road trip up to Marion. Violet was performing in the Tabor Academy String Ensemble winter concert. I know I’ve been on the Vineyard for decades but I do know how to...

The past week or so of absolutely beautiful weather has put my Christmas spirit on hold. I cannot drag myself out of the garden to even rummage around looking for the outdoor lights. Nevermind...

Several weeks ago I wrote about a memorable sunrise viewed from the upper deck of the SSA vessel, Woods Hole. I can now top that experience. On Monday I was pulled out of my five o’clock...

Honestly, what’s to be said about New England weather? A week ago it was 19 degrees in the morning and this past Sunday a balmy 62 degrees. Acceptance is the key word here. Here it is the week...

Brrr! What a rude awakening last weekend. At least the Weather Channel had it right for a change and provided us with ample warning. I admit I was surprised that our first real freeze was so deep....

I see by the Weather Channel that a freeze is heading our way. Although it will be sad to see the end of some of the still-blooming annuals, I suppose it is finally time. I did lose tomatoes, peppers...

Last weekend’s big wind event happened on the fifth anniversary of Super Storm Sandy. Hard to believe. Also, I think it’s been about 20 years since the Halloween Blow (aka The Perfect...

I took the early boat on Tuesday morning. It was the Woods Hole, a very comfortable vessel. The freight deck is open on one end making the car ride most pleasant. I made it up to the top deck which...

Fall is definitely my favorite season. The light is simply fantastic. The only exception is driving east in the morning or west in the afternoon. The sun is now so low in the sky that driving can be...