Christmas Cactus

I'm not sure if this is actually a Christmas Cactus - but it certainly is lovely.

December 27, 2017

A very elegant Christmas Tree decorates the halls.

December 26, 2017

A trip into the city today for a very chilly Boxing Day.

December 25, 2017

Just a light coating of snow overnight to make it a white Christmas!

December 24, 2017

Such a beautiful gingerbread house to welcome Santa.

December 23, 2017

Nice outfit for the holidays!

Wreaths

Sunshine and shadows and Christmas wreaths looking lovely ~ Christmas only a few days away.

Neon Lights

The lights shine brightly on West 43rd Street in the heart of Manhattan.

Wreath

A rather large wreath decorates the Dairy Barn in Central Park.

Warm-Up

It seems as if - in two days  several inches of snow have melted - a nice warm-up.

Empire State

The Empire State Building shines brightly on a chilly December night.

The Lion

New York at Christmas-time is so magical - especially with a bit of snow in the air.

December 16, 2017

Prairie Home Companion has now been re-named Live from Here with Chris Thile - tonight was the first show with the new name and it was wonderful!  Guests included The Punch Brothers, Jeff Tweedy, The Staves and yMusic - the evening ended with the audience joining in on 'Silent Night'.

Manhattan

It's always fun to walk around Manhattan at this time of year.

Sparkles

Sparkles and shine in a beautiful Christmas window at Bergdorf Goodman on Fifth Avenue.

It's Cold

A very cold day in the northeast today -- and it's not even winter yet.

Christmas Tree

Less than two weeks until Christmas -- time to get a tree!

The Night Sweats

A great way to warm up on a cold Sunday night in December -- go to a Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats concert!

Snow

A few inches of snow yesterday remind us that Winter is on it's way.

Snow Day

A good day to stay inside with a warm blanket -- snow day!

Meadow

A lovely meadow in the middle of Manhattan -- it will be looking quite different tomorrow with snow expected!

Purple

A color coordinated horse and carriage take a rest along Central Park South.

The Bridge

I took a lovely stroll through Central Park today -- before it gets too cold.

Still Life

A wintery beach still life -- tiny crab washed ashore.

Shorter Days

Sunset is coming quite early these days -- dreaming of long summer days.............

Super Moon

The Super Moon peeks out from behind the Chrysler Building on 42nd Street in Manhattan.

The Town Hall

A trip to New York and a taping of Prairie Home Companion at The Town Hall - Chris Thile as host and special guests Spoon.

Pretty Friend

I spotted this amazing buck while driving - I pulled over and he happily posed for me!

Pumpkins

Pumpkins are still out on the last day of November -- soon it will be time for the Christmas decorations.

Warm-Up

A lovely and warm Wednesday for the end of November -- I only wish it would stay just like today!

Fence

A beautiful fence sits in the afternoon sun - holding back the leaves.

Beach

A walk in my favorite neighborhood today -- and I couldn't resist stepping onto the beach.

Sunny

Sunny......and cold on this last Sunday of November.

Village

A cozy village nestled in snow -- the perfect Christmas decoration.

Birds

Just a lovely painting to share on 'Black Friday'.

Peace

Peace and joy to all on this Thanksgiving Day.

Books

Starting the Christmas shopping -- can't beat local bookstores for great gifts!

Oak

A pile of oak leaves have accumulated outside my door - including one with a lovely golden hue.

Farmhouse

I love this farmhouse and it's big front porch -- I also like the color combination!

Piano

A quiet Sunday - the last weekend before the busy holiday season begins.

Downtown

A good day to go downtown and do some pre-holiday shopping.  A nice feeling of festivity today.

Autumn Scene

It's getting cold and really feels like we're into autumn now.

Watching

A cute kitty keeps watch over the jewelry counter in this lovely shop.

Satsuma

Reminiscing about all of the great spots to eat in New Orleans  -  including Satsuma!

Color

Missing the warmth and color of New Orleans as the winter seems to be setting in in New England.

Pretty

Pretty kitty outside checking on things.

Cold Cold Cold

I'm just not ready for the sudden change in seasons -- It's mid-November but just feeling the cold the past few days!

Chilly

A very chilly day -- feels more like January than November!

White Pumpkin

An elegant white pumpkin is displayed beautifully on an autumn afternoon.

Yes

You Go Girl -- I like the message!