The nights have gone cold into the low 20's but during the day we are still warming up to nice 50's and even some 60's. This morning I was greeted by some Evening Grosbeaks enjoying the sunflower seeds on the front stone pillars.
They are shockingly colorful for this time of year when most of the colorful birds have flown South. This is truly part of the joy of living in Leetonia... seeing the interesting birds and animals. Some of whom are on their way to other places...some who stay all year.
We are busy or should I say Lee has been busy stacking the firewood next to the house for winter. It is nice to have it a short walk out onto one of the two porches when you are daily feeding the fireplace to stay warm.
It looks like the cost of fuel is going to make having wood to burn a real money saver this year. I just filled some gas cans at Galeton today at $3.08/gal. I can only imagine what they are going to charge us to fill the propane tank this year. The other advantage of wood is you can get warmer the closer you set to it. After working outside all day coming into a wood-warmed house has a sedative effect. A little food and a warm fire will knock you out fast.
Here is a shout out to the Holden Family who visited Leetonia for the first time and stayed at the Bonitz Camp. They learned a little Leetonia History and I think perhaps realized this little ghost town has much to offer and learn about. They are already talking about the next time they can come stay. Once you are bitten by the Lure of Leetonia it is hard to stay away.
Although we have seen a few fleeting snowflakes already nothing that you could call snow has fallen and I am happy to let it wait for a while this year. Mountain Girl, Paula, logging out!
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