**My hope in the new year is to take some time to visit the things that make me thankful for living where I do. I knew when I finished with college I was hesitant to seek work outside of Franklin. I love it here and knew in my brain and in my heart that this was where I wanted to call home. I want to take some time to highlight and draw some attention to the wonderful assets that make my home amazing. My husband took all of these great pictures.
On the mornings where I get to sleep in, and with vacation recently behind me there were a few, this is one of my favorite parts about waking up. I look out my window and I get to see this gorgeous view of the Allegheny River just after it has met up with French Creek. I have lived in town a decent chunk of my life and my childhood and adulthood I have always been a short walking distance from the river banks. I am truly lucky that I get to enjoy such a scenic view here in such a beautiful corner of NWPA.
Even tonight in the cooling evening hours (although not January cold, just spring or fall cool) my husband and I are able to leave our backdoor and walk the dog down to the river and walk along seeing water fowl in varying degrees of cuteness and the remnants of beaver activity.
In the summertime it is refreshing to dip bare feet into its rocky edges and take the dog for some water play when it has just gotten unbearably hot. The banks allow neighborhood and family gatherings and are a great viewing place for the Independence Day fireworks. I don't recall much play by the river as a kid because I was not keen to "getting dirty" but I do remember my sister camping out all summer by French Creek catching crayfish and perfecting her fishing skills.
The husband took us on one kayaking excursion this past summer and I can forsee more of the same in the future. It is peaceful and awe inspiring especially when one catches the glimpse of a large awkward heron or a gently floating bald eagle. Many happenings take place on the river throughout the summer and into the fall.
The Riverfront park just down from our doorstep is a peaceful place for a walk or a sit. There have been periodic times where local yoga instructors will do sunrise exercises.
Yes, this is the view of my backyard. The back porch is the perfect place to sit, read, and relax, listening to the quiet water pass by or to see the geese and ducks have their daily congregations.
So I am thankful for this place. I am happy that this magnificent waterway is so closeby and is so breathtaking in its beauty and simplicity. I am happy to have a partner who enjoys being near the water and sharing in the adventurous opportunities or just to sit back and read on the porch and watch the water with me.
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