Ramblings of Old John! Blue skies, dark waters of Penobscot Bay. Day ended with a soft close. Morning altostratus, glinting sun. Trees, shrubs with a shiver sheen from heavy rime of hoar frost. Critters feed heavily. Day of quiet! 12ºF headed to 30. Ya’ll be careful out there!
Our walks grow shorter now!
Askum becomes more frail,
plus his arthritis stiffens legs, hips.
But his intensity as he walks,
the pace of his tail wag has no diminishing!
Still delights in each new smell,
rides down Island, and even visit to library!
Good lessons, as I too age!
As I woke this morning, no Askum to be found!
Finally found him in a warm spot in living room!
Tail wagging’ and bright eyes.
As I filled his bowl, he noshed,
leaving some like in days gone by!
Nice leisurely walk in chill still morn’.
Returned home, finish off his food.
Nap!
Feb 4, 2026 20:19
