I spotted him the minute I looked out the living room window this morning—a Red-winged Blackbird. According to naturalist Stan Tekiela,[1] “It is a sure sign of spring when the Red-winged Blackbirds return to the marsh.” It doesn’t feel like spring with temperatures still in the 20s and skies cloudy, but all the snow andContinue reading “Spring is Coming”
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It’s Beginning…
The snow began to float down this morning, making the my sixth floor view misty gray. Inside the prospects are warm and colorful as plans proceed for Christmas cookies. Maybe baking isn’t your thing. Hopefully you’ll be the grateful recipient of a plate of Christmas treats. I know, gluten and sugar and fat content concernContinue reading “It’s Beginning…”
You Are With Me
Rain fell hard as I sped along the interstate. My vehicle was light and would sometimes swerve on wet pavement, so I slowed down my pace. Suddenly the car began to spin. My heart leaped into my throat as I drifted toward the center cement barrier to my left. “I’m gonna die!” I thought. IContinue reading “You Are With Me”
A Goldilocks Life 