2016 was a good year

Just calculated that even with our mini-splits, we generated 84% of out electrical use with our solar panels in 2016. And that is in Maine folks.

Escape from Winter

For the first time, we took a week and escaped the Maine winter.  Of course, we would choose an El Nino year with little snow and moderate temps.  Doesn't matter - we had a great time in Naples, FL with friends.  Here are some shots of the week.

2015 - Year in Review

Reflecting on 2015

It seems that I just never find the time or have the need to post here anymore.  But, I do believe reflections on 2015 are in order.

The house still is performing wonderfully and since the addition of the mini-split systems, we are comfortable summer and winter.  We talk about replacing the front windows, but otherwise have not thoughts on any changes.

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We lost Milos in September at nearly 11 years.  He is reeally missed, but we are happy with just the girl.  I have continued to work with her in Performance events.  You can follow her progress on my website.

Did not do much travelling - spent some time with great friends in Burlington, VT in the Fall.  It is a nice city to visit, and there is nothing like old-friends to make any trip a success.

Everyone remains healthy which is the best gift of all.

Long cold winter

It has been a long winter - or I am just getting older and they seem longer.  Today we have a high of about 13 degrees with very strong winds.  Doesn't deter the dogs though - guess it is good we have Leos.