ONE LAST WINTER SHOT

I've been so busy lately, I haven't had a chance to edit this picture of the barn I pass by every day. I posted an infrared shot of it here last summer. I couldn't resist taking another shot this winter, and I know spring will find me back there, taking more.

NEWEST MEMBER OF THE FAMILY

A couple of weeks ago, we were asked if we would open our home to a sweet little creature who was looking for a family. I had been toying with the idea of getting a cat, since we have been petless for a few years now, and felt something was missing. I do not have the time for a dog right now, unfortunately. A cat seemed like the perfect compromise, since they're second on my list after dogs.

The Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland turned out to have just what I was looking for. He's friendly, loves to cuddle and purr, and has claimed his own "cat pillows." Meet Bo:

You can see more Bo images on my website.

For those looking for a companion, take a ride over to your local shelter. This spring, as happens every spring, they will have lots of kittens looking for homes. You may get lucky and find a little Bo for yourself! If dogs are more to your taste, they have plenty of those, too.