And grows. And grows some more. For 60 or more years. Until it gets really big. Maybe 50 feet or higher. A very large ash tree standing off the side of our driveway. Standing, that is, until two nights ago when a really strong wind blew through the neighborhood and rearranged things a bit. Now the tree lies shattered across our driveway, up our hill and right where our split rail fence used to stand. And a branch or two is on the roof. Thanks to our wonderful neighbors the situation is under control. I was first alerted Tuesday afternoon by Michelle, our neighbor across the street who has been faithfully watching over our house since we came to the Cape. Then young Josh, next door, went up and took a bunch of pictures so I could see the damage and also send them to my insurance company. And another neighbor, Scott, is going to cut up the tree to use for firewood. So things are under control and I feel much less stressed now than before. We are truly blessed to have such great neighbors who are also long-time friends.
From the pictures it looks like the damage isn't too bad. There may be some damaged roof tiles and definitely minor damage to the siding in a couple of spots as well as some damage to the bluestone stairway. We're hoping to get home next week, if my body cooperates, so I can get a look up close at the damage. I'm pretty sure I can do all of the repairs myself when we move back in May. Here are some of Josh's pictures:
As for me, I'm doing pretty well six days out from my third chemo. This is the time when problems of fever and nausea have started before, but so far I feel just a little tired. But we're still walking each day (only two miles for me but Nancy still does her four miles) and I'm still eating pretty well. Tomorrow it's back to Beth Israel for testing again. So if all goes well we'll be back in Lenox next week.
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