Category Archives: In the neighborhood

November 5, 2024

I just went out to check for mail and to empty my coffee grounds into the garden. Beautiful sunny day, almost seventy degrees. Heading out in a bit to pick up Mom and spend the rest of the day together. … Continue reading →

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How’s the weather?

I achieved a lifetime goal – I set up my own weather station! Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo 2024 Day 30 FIN

birds all watching while • birdfeeder’s repaired again • more patient than bears Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo 2024 Day 28

waited hopefully • for the first hummingbird • but only rain Continue reading →

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NaPoWriMo 2024 Day 27

Woke up this morning wanting to paint • Wanting to use the vacuum cleaner Continue reading →

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