feeling maudlin

Ever since our impulse purchase of a piece of property to build a house, I've been a bit depressed over my impending departure from living inomtullarna --within the city the limits of Stockholm.

The spring is definitely upon us. The sand is being swept away from bike paths and sidewalks, the snow has gone, even the puddles are clearing up. Today was a glorious day. It wasn't warm, but the sun shining gave the feeling it was time to pull out shorts and teeshirts.

Boating season is under way too. Our boat club has posted nattvakt--night watch lists and sjösättning dates -- time to put the boats back in the water.

To add to my reflection of our move, I contemplate, "What will come of our Ruby?" and I realize in my sadness that we'll most likely have to sell her.