10/13/25

Well, today (Monday) is dreary and drippy. The rain forecast seems to have changed, so it does not appear this storm will greatly improve our drought sitution. In anticipation of heavy rain, yesterday I swept out the entrance to the basement and lifted the drain cover. I guess that toad actually lives there! Two tiny ones scurried away while I was sweeping. Looks like I have permanent house guests…

I attended the Senior Planet session last Friday at Fletcher Memorial Library with about 20 other people, where we were presented with an overview of AI and its pros and cons. Senior Planet is a nonprofit organization whose purpose to enable older adults to come together and find ways to learn, work, create, exercise, and thrive in today’s digital age. Senior Planet programs are designed around five impact areas: financial security, social engagement, creative expression, health and wellness, and civic participation. All five areas represent opportunities in the lives of older adults where technology can have a transformative effect.

Senior Planet is the flagship program of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) pioneered in 2004 by Tom Kamber and a group of dedicated volunteers to help older adults learn and use technology. OATS formally joined the AARP family as a charitable affiliate in 2021 which has allowed it to grow and serve more people. The program last Friday was a collaboration between Black River Good Neighbor Services & Fletcher Memorial Library with support from Godnick Adult Center and Vermont Community Foundation. I will keep you posted on the next meeting.

I was perusing the minutes from the last Select Board Meeting when I noticed the events listed on the Town website calendar. So glad that is up and running! Please note the Fire Dept open house from 11 – 2 on 10/18 and the Trunk or Treat on 10/25 from 4 to 6 PM

Autumn & Life (MM)

Crimson leaves, plus orange & gold

are drifting into my planter

of once lush impatiens.

yet they blend together

Two different seasons,

During this time

of in-betweeness.

One seeps into the other

how much like life….