Paint Chip

I will begin by admitting I named the chipmunk living near the door of my cabin “Chip.”   In fact, I will go so far as to admit that I name every chipmunk I see Chip.

Not very original, but the chipmunks don’t seem to mind.

Yesterday, I painted a sheet of plywood just outside my cabin door.  While allowing the first coat to dry for a bit, I placed my paint pan on the ground (partially covering the roller and pan with a plastic bag).  I even recall thinking to myself: Nothing will bother with that.

Now, please examine the photograph I have posted.  What you see are Chip’s tiny paw prints on the concrete pad just outside my cabin door.

So, if you happen to see a white chipmunk in your travels over the next few days, I think I can explain that.

  --Mitchell Hegman