Chilmark is bathed in April sunshine as I write in early week, making the abundantly planted window boxes at the new Martha’s Vineyard Savings Bank location look cheerfully spring like. Needless to say they will look even better when the snow melts off them.
Chilmark joins the rest of the world in grieving the terrible losses in Belgium this morning...as I write this on Tuesday, however, it strikes me that we could grieve for the victims of unexpected violence everyday somewhere in our world. It is a sad time.
Chilmark should burst into bloom this week after the soaking rains of the last few days. Many daffodils are already in full bloom with buds showing promise. Seems early but I can never remember from year to year what blooms when! I just know we are always eager to have spring arrive.
Chilmark is looking very much like spring is here and the snows of winter are history. Daffodils are up and budded in many sunny spots; the witch hazel tree is blooming in nearby North Tisbury and yards and fields are definitely green already.
Chilmark looks very good to these weary eyes. I am happy to be home from two weeks down under. Celia Slater, my 17-year-old granddaughter, travelled with me to Melbourne, Australia, where we were royally entertained by our Mosher cousin who lives in Essendon, a nearby suburb of Melbourne.
Chilmark life is a learning experience . . . even in a blizzard. The appearance of mysterious snow balls caused dogs to bark, photographers to venture out into the storm and the rest of us, to Google! The truth is stranger than anything you could make up. It turns out that their appearance is a rare meteorological event
Chilmark sends condolences to the many friends and family of Lillian Kellman who died on Tuesday, Jan. 12 following a long illness. Lillian and her husband, Ray, who survives her, were very active residents of Chilmark for many years. Both pursued successful careers before retiring to Chilmark and donating many hours of their retirement to town activities. Lillian was a tireless volunteer to the Chilmark School, where she perfected her craft of storytelling
Chilmark is down one good dog. My Lucy succumbed to the tick infection on Tuesday last. It is a tough time as any pet owner knows but, in the end, I can truly wish that you will be lucky enough to live part of your lives with a good dog.
Chilmark is host to many happy and well-fed guests and residents today. As I write, it is all still to happen. I hope your happenings were as cheery and full filling as I hope mine will be.
