Winter Treats

As a sort of compensation for this bitterly cold winter, one should be extra liberal with the treats. And what could be more appropriate than popcorn made over the wood stove's embers and a good ol' cup of hot chocolate made from cocoa and of course local honey. (Can't get any more local than the bee hives in one's backyard.)

A sweet hot chocolate drink made with cocoa and honey.

When the firewood burns down to coals, out comes the old popcorn shaker.

Popped to perfection, the old fashioned way.

Ringo enjoys his daily bird seed treats while I'm treated to his exotic colours.