I hope this December finds you healthy, happy, and warm.  Minnesota residents are experiencing an unusually cold start to the winter season.  There have been many days with temperatures below zero. 

 

Last year we didn't need the snowblower until the first of January;  this year we've plowed the driveway several times already.  Hubby's new tractor with the bucket has proven itself to be a valuable time-saving tool. 

 

I've been busy with other aspects of life lately and haven't been at the torch as much as I would like.  But I did get some new purple glass that looks promosing.  Stay tuned.  I'm sure a set will arrive on ebay soon.