Tyler came over this afternoon to haul the last of the leaves out into the pasture, where he spreads them around. He is one of the hardest workers I have ever seen, he’s been working on our leaves for about a week, coming over in the afternoons. He has taken such a load off me this summer, I think Joseph Campbell was right, magical helpers appear when you most need them. I expect to mow the lawn myself next year, I missed doing it, but there are plenty of things for Tyler to do, even through the winter.

We love having him around, he is a rare human being. He is also an animal lover, he loves to throw sticks for Lenore and visit with Simon. He says he hopes to come to Hubbard Hall and see my play in January, I hope he makes it. It is uplifting to see somebody with such a passion and focus for work, and he is strong and tireless.

I will enjoy watching him move into his life. He has a lot of poise and presence for a 13-year-old. We had a great time with him this summer, he has a quick wit and a ready smile. He reminded us that he is available to work in the winter and he has a snowmobile. Believe me, I said, you will be hearing from us.