We took a long hike yesterday in the Varden conservation area.  There is an old cemetery on top of the mountain where some of Sam's great great grandparents are buried.  The old chimney is over 200 years old, and we are working with a group that is trying to raise money to restore it.  It was from the original cabin of the first settlers in the area (also distant relatives of Sam's).  It was a beautiful day for a hike, but the ticks were terrible. 

Our little tiny magnolia blossomed this year too!