The cold snap hit suddenly. One day, 79 degrees. Three days later, the temperatures are below freezing at night, and Mama Sprout is doing all she can to keep her belly warm... Just as she's been pulling out the hats for Papa, and layering on the sweaters, a photo is uncovered from the file. Summer. Ahhhh...

Quick peek at a flash of time with Sprout's Paoletti Grandparents and Auntie Sarah in South Lyme, CT. A stolen weekend of good food and good laughs, a beautiful garden, wonderful napping and, as always, most excellent footwear on Mama's sister...

Next summer, Sprout will get to join in the fun. He won't get to see Mama with braids, but the warmth and love should all be present. And, the sea & sunshine will help him grow into a little country Weed.