Annual Newsletter 2006
Dear friends,
Early rising is not characteristic of our clan. This day differs. There is a special sweetness that waffles across the morning wetness. Is there enough time to be festive as the urgency of the season builds? Independence begins on the land. We will pay tribute to our heritage and to our tomorrows.
How well we all know that the saga of parenting never wanes. Like the anticipation of a new growing season, “growing up” does not lessen the anxiety of our children’s adulthood.
The stakes become higher. Career choices, new relationships, making time for fun – all diverging roads that can never be traveled alone. Adrianne’s recent graduation from the University of Cincinnati has launched her on a job search that rattles the balance of college routine. Ben continues his sojourn in Texas but drops hints that changes may be coming.
As Mom & Dad we are poised to watch and listen and understand. Downplay the little worries, sooth the big ones. Bill’s Uncle Leonard would say, “What can’t be cured must be endured.” If summer had no other reason for being, we would celebrate it as the time of the ripe peach.
Our wine making friends, the McLellands, continue to blossom. Mac recently received several medals for his creations from the Ohio Wine Competition. The winery is open. Bill brought in the first peach last evening.
We anticipate renewing your friendship. Here’s what to expect this season:
July 10 – 15 First peaches (cling) and apricots
July 20 – Sept. 10 Nectarines
Aug.10 – 15 Red Haven begin (freestone)
Aug. 15 First white peaches
Aug. 20 – Sept. 15 Plums
Aug. 30 Pears begin
Sept. 10 – 15 Gala and Honeycrisp apples begin
Sept. 15 – 20 last of peaches/First of cider
Sept. 15 Fall apples/pick-your-own apples begins
Oct. 5 – 31 Pick-your-own pumpkins
Oct. 15- -20 Cameo and Fugi apples
Hope to see you soon!
The Gammie Family
