Gifts of the Land

The cutting of ash trees contains a dose of tree tragedy.

The grandsons’ tree selection must pass the E-mama test. Somehow, it always does.

The grandsons’ good work in the processes of transforming grapes into jelly is rewarding with its spread onto warm homemade bread.

Grandsons’ disparate personalities are revealed on a creek day dedicated to subtle environmental lessons.

A summer morning can present just the right blend of challenge and accomplishment for an 8-year-old grandson.