We started the year underwater – our second polar bear dip – in 5 degree water. A bracing way to launch the new year. Mizuho now has two new lenses in her eyes, has disposed of her contacts, and is thrilled! Managed 3 sunny warm ski days in January. Made two screens for the porch to close the triangular voids (caulking awaits a rise in temperature) with one more large screen to go. And we had our annual sausage making again with about 250 Italian and 250 smoked. Shall now be tending the smokies for a week or so to maintain the correct temperature and humidity.