Category Archives: In the neighborhood

Strange things you see

Posted on December 14, 2009 by Mary Beth Frezon

As I was driving to the mall Saturday I noticed a couple flocks of geese finally getting their act together and heading south. Two large flocks actually, rather ragged in formation but very high and flying in the right direction. … Continue reading →

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Starlings

Posted on December 8, 2009 by Mary Beth Frezon

This morning’s must read, courtesy of The Writer’s Almanac. this wheel of many parts, that can rise and spin over and over again, full of gorgeous life. Ah, world, what lessons you prepare for us, — excerpt from Starlings in … Continue reading →

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Ever Upward, Ever Onward

Posted on December 7, 2009 by Mary Beth Frezon

When one door closes, another opens: but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us. — Alexander Graham Bell Not sure why that quote … Continue reading →

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Sunday into Monday

Posted on December 7, 2009 by Mary Beth Frezon

The snow made it beautiful – small bits of glistening when the sun appeared. Last night I thought – hmmm chilly. More than chilly. Part of it was it being late night, late enough that the thermostat had clicked off. … Continue reading →

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Wherein Winter Arrives

Posted on December 5, 2009 by Mary Beth Frezon

After my brief jaunt this morning during which I: got my flu shot (H1N1, dead variety; thanks Mom!), tried to get money from my regular ATM which wouldn’t scan my card, went inside and got money; apparently left my card; … Continue reading →

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