It was great to return to Casa Debbio after a short break at our apartment in Ponte a Serraglio. Autumn is in full swing and the views from the house are wonderful and changing daily. I wake up each morning to cloud and mist which gradually clears. Sunshine has been a bit scarce lately.
I love the mists of autumn, although some mornings I seem to be sitting in a cloud until midday.
Sunshine and blue sky has been in short supply, but there have been moments.
Our little table is still OK.
The yellow flowers are still growing.
I picked the last of the pears from the trees.
The big persimmon tree is laden, but the fruit is not ripe yet. One small tree has 3 tiny persimmons on it…now 2.
I found some more tiny apples.
Pumpkins are in season so I made a pumpkin and feta tart. It was more like a pie because my flan tin is at the apartment.
The weather has been a bit ordinary. I need a few fine days in a row so the soggy ground can dry out a bit and some pleasant days so we can work in the garden. Filippo planted a new tree and some smaller plants I bought at the nursery and we walked around the garden making plans for the next garden beds…more soon.
Tuscany is a yellow zone for Covid for the moment. Bars and restaurants are closed to seated customers at 6.00pm. Takeaway is allowed until 8.00pm with a 10.00pm curfew.
We can still move about, but are encouraged not to unless necessary and there are to be no group meetings. I am fine with this, but I know it is hurting businesses. I truly hope we don’t end up a red zone which will mean more severe restrictions.
I am happy to see that Biden still has a chance. I never want to see that orange head on my screen again.