tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post2349412462111022902..comments2023-12-27T22:26:20.552-05:00Comments on synch-ro-ni-zing: Acorn seasonRuthhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comBlogger70125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-76280685734632109322010-10-28T04:01:35.649-04:002010-10-28T04:01:35.649-04:00Please don't ever give up this precious family...Please don't <i>ever</i> give up this precious family place! <br /><br />We used to have somewhere special like this, it was by the seaside and it required a lot of maintenance by the whole family but it was <i>so worth it</i>. My happiest and most carefree childhood moments took place there, with a whole bunch of aunts, uncles, parents, grandparents, cousins and friends all around, a great big, happy family in a great big, happy house in the beach.<br /><br />Thirty years ago, in a moment of financial difficulty, my aunt decided to give it up (in spite of offers of financial help by the rest of the family) and we all regretted it ever since. We mourned and ached for it as if it was a beloved family member taken away from us. I wish my kids had somewhere special like that. <br /><br />Your grandkids will be so happy there!!! What a fantastic place! And what a fantastic, happy crowd you all are! :-)<br /><br />I've been gathering acorns for the past few weeks and laying some around the house. Supposedly they scare away the spiders. We have a huge spider problem here in rural England: they come inside the house during September and October and sometimes they're absolutely HUGE. I'm petrified by them, have to get Michel to deal with the great big hairy creatures and when he's away it requires all my strength and cold blood to get the vacuum and suck them into oblivion. Then I'm totally KO for a couple of minutes. Nuts, I know.<br /><br />Sorry for the long comment. Have been missing visiting your beautiful blog.Claudiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07168756659741926721noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-91390686293764073652010-10-26T20:07:11.216-04:002010-10-26T20:07:11.216-04:00Fun post to read and see the photos. Just got bac...Fun post to read and see the photos. Just got back and had time to come again and catch up.sandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03307968128182359860noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-51536594891204757442010-10-23T09:02:49.988-04:002010-10-23T09:02:49.988-04:00Ruth, this is heaven! What a wonderful time you mu...Ruth, this is heaven! What a wonderful time you must have had. Michigan in the fall is beautiful. You are lucky to have a place on the lake to share with family. <br />The thought of sleeping under a metal roof in the rain is intoxicating.<br />The kids are,of course, beautiful. I like the idea about Casey having the inner knowledge of acornology.<br /><br />My son's wedding is over, bliss is filling our lives. We are happy for them and blessed with wonderful family and friends.<br /><br />Smiles all around.<br />oh almost forgot,my favorite picture is the photo of the leaves on the hood of car.Great abstract.cathyswatercolorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03318863061595720021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-71460587024447678672010-10-23T07:55:25.790-04:002010-10-23T07:55:25.790-04:00Glad to hear that as a family you decided to keep ...Glad to hear that as a family you decided to keep this beautiful home... looks like paradise to me...<br /><br />Although I wouldn't clean up all the leaves ;-)Sidneyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02495108366627361182noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-49386359370356739432010-10-22T15:19:05.857-04:002010-10-22T15:19:05.857-04:00This cottage looks absolutely idyllic. I can see w...This cottage looks absolutely idyllic. I can see why you and your family put so much energy and love into keeping it. Love the images..especially those of the chestnuts!!!Marciehttp://www.marciescudderphotography.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-71646699277883508722010-10-22T10:25:52.108-04:002010-10-22T10:25:52.108-04:00Hello, George! Welcome back from the road. I suspe...Hello, <b>George</b>! Welcome back from the road. I suspected something like that, since you are always so faithful and prompt in your visits, which I appreciate so much. Thank you for your comment "embrace" of our family and its central place of congregation. I feel that you, and the others here, have blessed it with your presence.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-9105920251319904482010-10-22T08:40:56.404-04:002010-10-22T08:40:56.404-04:00Hello, my friend. You haven't heard from me l...Hello, my friend. You haven't heard from me lately because I have been on the road, tending to a few of life's demands. In any event, I want you to know how reassuring it is to return and and witness the manifest happiness of your tribe at the lake cottage. You are fortunate to have such a wonderful family, such wonderful memories, and such a beautiful place to continue your family traditions. The photo of the cottage from the lake is sensational. Happy acorn-gathering.Georgehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03959953035812596907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-38911729378960347792010-10-22T05:02:06.275-04:002010-10-22T05:02:06.275-04:00Friko, oh, I didn't know pigs eat acorns.
I a...<b>Friko</b>, oh, I didn't know pigs eat acorns.<br /><br />I appreciate how you described your need for solitude. I need it too. But I really appreciate you showing me that soft side in response to this post. I hope it isn't painful for you, but only a longing. I wish you could come and visit.<br /><br />But let me say, when we've welcome new members into the family (think spouses), it can be an overwhelming experience in person, in one setting like this. Sometimes they just have to sit in a corner and watch and try not to be driven to madness. :)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-52760233992220120642010-10-22T04:57:37.516-04:002010-10-22T04:57:37.516-04:00Vagabonde, I am always drawn to trees and cabins i...<b>Vagabonde</b>, I am always drawn to trees and cabins in the woods. I'm a Northern girl. It's nice if you can go back to the same place again and again. There's something about the memories that starts to bind you together as a family.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-89589834425324785842010-10-22T04:54:51.259-04:002010-10-22T04:54:51.259-04:00Meri, these times together really are like that, a...<b>Meri</b>, these times together really are like that, acorn by acorn. I love when the very little ones start to remember me and feel more comfortable, and then even seem happy to see me! :)<br /><br />When I went into the playhouse this time, with some additions of furniture since last I saw it, I wanted to stay and play, ahem, I mean clean up acorns. But I had other work to do . . . <br /><br />Maybe on the 4th of July!Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-54703170699803576972010-10-21T18:47:06.532-04:002010-10-21T18:47:06.532-04:00I don't know much about acorns except that pig...I don't know much about acorns except that pigs eat them, as, obviously, humans can and do; what I do know is that this is an idyll I envy you badly.<br />I have no idea what it feels like to be part of a tribe; My life has been solitary and always will be.<br /><br />Sometimes I am glad but sometimes, like now, there is a pain in my heart, a great big empty space, where there is enough room for a tribe like yours.<br /><br />Even a cynical, self-mocking creature like me has a soft side. You have just reminded me of it.Frikohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04277167831642088694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-34798134873790651382010-10-21T18:46:35.120-04:002010-10-21T18:46:35.120-04:00This is truly a lovely place and it is great since...This is truly a lovely place and it is great since you have a large family. With our family of 4 people, now only 2, I could never have taken care of something like that. I like diversity and go to different places all the time. We do rent cabins in the woods or mountains once in a while. I can see though that this is different for you since it is a family place. My father had bought a small house in Normandie when I was growing up, near Dieppe, and we used to go there quite often, but mostly my mother and I only. My mother would call a local lady before we came and she would clean it up but it was a small place only had 3 bedrooms. The view from your cottage is so serene; it must be so much fun to assemble there.Vagabondehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10774109692564954568noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-35884061754139265162010-10-21T13:27:44.799-04:002010-10-21T13:27:44.799-04:00What wonderful memories you're creating, acorn...What wonderful memories you're creating, acorn by acorn. (I want my own playhouse). The view from the lake photo is stunning.Merihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07024443046207501650noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-80898475630349696772010-10-21T05:18:28.502-04:002010-10-21T05:18:28.502-04:00Hello and welcome, Robyn, I'm glad you like my...Hello and welcome, <b>Robyn</b>, I'm glad you like my blog and this post. Thank you for your lifelong wishes, and I hope you'll find more here to like, as I have through your lovely fragments too.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-8769344152065238812010-10-21T05:13:36.518-04:002010-10-21T05:13:36.518-04:00Thank you, Margaret, the poem is poignant and real...Thank you, <b>Margaret</b>, the poem is poignant and really slows me down this morning, in a good way. Poems touch places that other word combinations can't.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-26106432619566482132010-10-21T05:03:02.547-04:002010-10-21T05:03:02.547-04:00Hi, Jeanie, Horseshoe Lake, close to Six Lakes.
Y...Hi, <b>Jeanie</b>, Horseshoe Lake, close to Six Lakes.<br /><br />Yes, we weren't there when the acorns fell, but we have been before, and it's a little frightening, I must say, sitting on the deck . . .<br /><br />Thank you, my friend, I'm glad you enjoyed the time here with family and the lake.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-23846412397081899982010-10-21T04:54:31.383-04:002010-10-21T04:54:31.383-04:00Deborah, I'm so glad you felt at home! It woul...<b>Deborah</b>, I'm so glad you felt at home! It would be so grand to sit on the porch with you and drink coffee and chat. We have a very open family, and there are always visitors coming and going. Thank you for enjoying, especially when you have France. :)Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-80699850123469419452010-10-21T04:43:41.543-04:002010-10-21T04:43:41.543-04:00Dear Dutchbaby, you are so right. Both Audrey and ...Dear <b>Dutchbaby</b>, you are so right. Both Audrey and Lydia have been helping Wilma and me wash the windows since they were old enough to wield a squeegie or a towel. And as soon as the kids can toddle, they pick up a rake. It's pretty cool that they think working is fun.<br /><br />Of course! Acorns and floristry. Sticks and leaves too make attractive arrangements.<br /><br />I remember your story about searching for a beach house. Your adventures are magnificent, and as you know, your Africa stay in a real bed in a real tent is one of those nostalgic daydreams that just blew me away. I wonder what's next?Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-28331554512588892112010-10-21T04:36:33.871-04:002010-10-21T04:36:33.871-04:00Loring, I need to get back on the river walk again...<b>Loring</b>, I need to get back on the river walk again soon, it's been too many years. It would have been fun to walk it with you and Carol while you were here. And play chicken on the train trestle . . . . maybe not.Ruthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14204074161539605133noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-10844870676575328432010-10-20T19:27:45.355-04:002010-10-20T19:27:45.355-04:00Hello... this is my first time here and I like it ...Hello... this is my first time here and I like it very much.<br /><br />This is a very beautiful post and it is lovely to read that you know how lucky you are to have this family holiday home to share.<br /><br />Keep on making beautiful memories.<br /><br />best wishes for lifelong fun<br />Robynxxxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12600470311819511684noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-42271719759167913372010-10-20T18:10:38.557-04:002010-10-20T18:10:38.557-04:00I got out of my car today and slipped upon a tiny ...I got out of my car today and slipped upon a tiny acorn. Looking more closely, I was amazed that under the little cap the "meat" of the acorn was orange. How beautiful - I had no idea. I took a photo and then googled "tiny acorn" figuring there has to be a poem out there somewhere. I got permission to post a MOST sentimental poem on my photo/poetry blog and I thought I would direct you to it - it just seemed timely. margaretbednar365.blogspot.com You can get to it from my Art Happens blog as well. Hope you enjoy it. ;)Margarethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00007201357693227614noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-55285670553905528492010-10-20T18:05:01.203-04:002010-10-20T18:05:01.203-04:00Where ARE you? It looks absolutely wonderful! I lo...Where ARE you? It looks absolutely wonderful! I loved this year's acorns, though I suppose living under them is a little more challenging!<br /><br />What wonderful photos, experiences and family times. Aren't they the best? I can see all the love in those photos. And by the way, the photos of the water/lake, etc. -- stunning.Jeaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17482528482559445943noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-33276912974584232192010-10-20T12:13:30.685-04:002010-10-20T12:13:30.685-04:00Well, Ruth, I haven't got a big family like yo...Well, Ruth, I haven't got a big family like yours or a cottage in a wonderful place like you do, but I feel like I was invited for the weekend. But without the backbreaking raking! <br /><br />If I were the jealous type, I would be. You know how lucky you are to have a gathering place for the family - indeed, how lucky everyone is that they want to gather together. It's perfectly lovely and made more so by your words and pictures.Deborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10892637441668897411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-23385827182101534512010-10-20T11:51:01.509-04:002010-10-20T11:51:01.509-04:00The idea of an annual family work day appeals to m...The idea of an annual family work day appeals to me on so many levels. The lesson of shared responsibility, and that many hands make small work (well, not all that small), but most of all, that a family bond is forever, no matter what. <br /><br />I've always been fascinated with acorns and can't help but pick them up to add to my collection. I put a number of them in a letterbox last fall as part of my floristry class mid-term project. You may remember my blog post about it.<br /><br />My favorite photo is the one of the breathtaking view from your cottage. Fantastic!<br /><br />I toyed with the idea of buying a beach house after I sold my first house. Thank goodness my husband talked me out of the notion. He convinced me by saying that we could have the world's best travel budget if we didn't buy a beach house. That was all I needed to hear. Galapagos Islands and Africa followed soon thereafter. Because of this great advice, I'm livin' the dream.Dutchbabyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00844296297519447526noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21312708.post-11121914836550365272010-10-20T11:17:37.604-04:002010-10-20T11:17:37.604-04:00We don't see many acorns in Colorado, so it wa...We don't see many acorns in Colorado, so it was fun walking the river trail in Grand Ledge, picking up acorns and tossing them. Not ambitious enough to make cakes, though!Loring Wirbelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11764834150305763077noreply@blogger.com