Decorations

These are our Christmas decorations. The marquee of The Guthrie, advertising “A Christmas Carol,” the “Gold Medal Flour” neon atop Mill City Museum, and the swoosh (lit path in Gold Medal Park) provide additional decoration. We will unbox our other decorations, Christmas 2019.

Hmong Farmers

Bought produce for Thanksgiving, grown by Hmong American farmers, at our neighborhood Mill City Farmers Market.

Butter and Flour

Began stocking up on ingredients for Thanksgiving, starting with the important stuff: flour and butter for pie crusts.

Road-Building Season

It was raining, so I drove to an appointment. With all the road and bridge construction, my drive became a board game.

Fine Seasonal Lunch

This plus crusty bread made a fine seasonal lunch. Minnesota strawberries are at their best right now: they’re small and flavorful. I’m convinced a strawberry is allocated a fixed amount of flavor, whether it’s big or small.