Autumn thoughts on Sandy Lane, blessings

Here I am again, looking out on grey skies and wind whipped trees. The lane is muddy today, it rained overnight. The smell of Autumn is in the air and the chill of the wind on my face makes me remember Autumns and Winters of the past. The wet and blustery days of October and November, the bitter easterly wind of December,January and February. The rare falls of snow that send everyone out on the links with skis and sledges and bin bags and trays!
The wonderful feeling of getting home and sitting in front of the wood burning stove,listening to the rain, beating a tattoo on the tin roof. Walking the dog over to the castle, wrapped up against the elements..wild weather, turbulent sea and excitement in the blood that surges and sends out a scream against the wind that no one ever hears. Christmas time, with carol singing, Christmas lights and open house parties with warm mince pies and mulled wine with friends.......oh what memories,what a blessed life to lead. I am thankful.