July

The year's first calla lilies bloomed this week and they are now the subject of a science experiment! In past years the summer rains and/or winds have affected these beautiful flowers rather quickly--they are rather top heavy and easily bent over by the elements. So this year I'm trying to prevent that by tying them up to a rod. If you look closely at these first three groups you'll see the light purple yarn I'm using to try and keep them upright longer. 

July is the peak month for visitors to our place. The July list just came out and it has 27 guests  scheduled to come to our guests rooms and 18 to the hermitages in the nearby woods. Sounds like a full house to me! 

But these guests, many (but not all) who we already know, are a delight to have around--for prayer, meals and just chit-chat. There's a lot to catch up on, too, as many have not been here for 2-3 years because of the Covid restrictions.

Welcome home friends!