In the morning, Lenore and I walk around the farm, checking things out. Lenore sniffs everything and eats things I don’t really want to know about. But she is a wonderful companion, quiet and reliable. She never runs off, causes trouble and when I fiddle with the camera, she just sits down.

Planning a quiet weekend. Have to rest up for the “Going Home” book tour, starting in less than two weeks. Got the first tour sked and it is a whopper, a full month of traveling and appearances. I love it, but I will miss the farm and my life. But I am well equipped – Ipad, Iphone, laptop, cameras – to share the experience. Everyone who wishes can come along on the book tour.

It starts on September 27. I’ll be stopping by the Saratoga Springs Barnes & Noble sometime in the afternoon to sign their books. Then to WAMC in Albany for an hour sitting with my friend Joe Donahue. 2 p.m. Then to the Barnes & Noble in Colonie (Albany) for a talk and signing at 7 p.m. Interviews all morning. Off we go.

This Sunday, I will video Marilyn Books of Battenkill Books who will read from “Going Home.” I’ll put it up Monday. Very cool. I am very excited about this book. Battenkill already has more than 300 pre-orders. To order a signed, personalized copy of “Going Home” and support a great independent bookstore, call Connie Brooks at 518 677-2515.