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Hi Mary! How great to connect here with you! Thank you for your kind words about my books. I’m glad that big black cloud didn’t come your way. My husband and I were once upon a time in Austin for a book signing and just fell in love with your beautiful city. I’ll send you three feet of snow if you want it!! We have that much to spare!
Hi Sue,
I’ve admired your work for years and am happy to find your website and blog! Temperature at 5 PM in Austin, Tx is 89. Big, black cloud just east of here, but we’re not getting it.
YAY! So glad to hear that you are getting hints of spring, Suzanne!!
It’s 25 and and sunny this morning. It is suppose to hit a high of 40 but clouds and snow showers move in this evening. At least it’s heading toward spring here!