Orchid blooms

“The orchid, queen of exoticism, a mute observer slow to reveal the mysteries of her petals. Would that I had such patience, too. -DB” 
― Jan Moran, Scent of Triumph

We need health strength and patience to get through this. Blooms like this cannot help but cheer us at Dogcorner Cottage. Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has ordered all non-essential businesses and organizations to close for at least two weeks, but did not issue a strict stay-at-home order. We have to stay home to protect everyone and flatten the curve, hopefully this will help.

80 million Americans are under virtual lockdown

Extra, Merry and our beloved Raspberry in pillow form.


For the Record,
This day came in cloudy and cold with snow starting about 3PM.


All hands very wary.