Matchbox Exchange

It has been so much fun to decorate small matchboxes for a friendly exchange.  First, wrapping the outside.  Then, adding embellishments.  Lining the interior.  Knobs?  Next, selecting enclosures to delight the recipient.  Here are a few:

A Forest Hike

Monday was a lovely day for a woods walk.  Spring flowers bloomed, birdsong echoed and pine trees towered above, impressively silent, except when leaning trunks squeaked against others which held them.  Chipmunks spread the alarm:  "Intruders!"  As after every winter, I've missed hiking under a forest canopy.  This is one way I recharge my soul and I'm fortunate to have the place and the opportunity to get outdoors.