You Never Miss The Water Until The Well Runs Dry

Yesterday, I put up Pear Honey.

Today I will put up pear honey.

The only problem I have with it these days is I have no help.

It makes me a bit sad as I peel the pears. Tasks of this nature invite idle conversation among its participants.

My mind wanders back to the time I had two eager-to-help little girls. I remember how the first year was a such thrill for them.
But, the second year wasn't met with quite the same level of excitement.

Sometimes I'd even be lucky enough to snag a friend of one of the eager-to-help little girls... one who had absolutely no knowledge of what it takes to make jelly.
And they'd be good until next season rolled around...

As the girls got older, I think they all became wiser. By some odd coincidence, extracurricular activities seemed to be scheduled the same weekends I had planned to make jelly.

But, at least they got a taste of what's involved.

And nowadays, they get a taste of pear honey in a care package from time to time.