Lyman Estate

This was an easy walk at the Lyman Estate in Waltham. We had a snack on a rock and observed rabbits, chipmunks and birds active at dusk.

Our friends Fred and Jenny got married there quite a few years ago. It was near Halloween and there were pumpkins in the centerpieces. Fun to reminisce about that day. The house was closed when we were there today, but a girl and her parents were peering in, maybe doing some wedding planning.

Lyman house

There is a long perennial bed outside the greenhouse, and it was alive with dazzling colors and buzzing insects.

Goldenrod and phlox

Plenty of old trees, some of which are good for climbing, if your mom will let you.

Old tulip tree

We did not go in the greenhouse today. A greenhouse can be a great winter outing. We went one time when Martha Anne was only 2 or 3 months old, in January or February. We used to marvel at the things she would focus on, even when she was just a tiny baby.