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About Linda Schaub

This is my first blog and I enjoy writing each post immensely. I started a walking regimen in 2011 and in 2013 I decided to create a blog as a means of memorializing the people, places and things seen on my daily walks. I have always enjoyed people watching, so my blog is peppered with folks I meet or reflections of characters I have known through the years. Often something piques my interest, or evokes a pleasant memory from my memory bank, so this becomes a “slice o’ life” blog post. I respect and appreciate nature and my interactions with Mother Nature’s gifts is also a common theme. Sometimes the most-ordinary items become fodder for points to ponder over and touch upon. I retired in March 2024 after a career in the legal field. I was a legal secretary for almost 45 years, primarily working in downtown Detroit, then working from my home. I graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in Mass Communications (print journalism) in 1978, though I’ve never worked in that field. I would like to think this blog is the writer in me finally emerging!! Walking and writing have met, shaken hands and the creative juices are flowing in Walkin’, Writin’, Wit & Whimsy. I hope you think so too. - Linda Schaub

The many moods of Mallards. #Wordless Wednesday #Mellow, combative, shy and wary

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Fall frolicking.

I shut my eyes and basked in the warmth of still another stellar Summer-like day. It was hard to believe it was October 24th!  It felt good to relax and ponder about life with no interruptions.   My mate was near … Continue reading

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Turkey Day? Butterball? Say it ain’t so – I’m outta here!! #Wordless Wednesday #Wild Turkey

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Embracing Fall and having some fun.

Even before the frost was on the pumpkin, I knew I should try to get a few more “Walktober” excursions under my belt.  As you know, I really look forward to October, my favorite month of the year, with its … Continue reading

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Sandhill Crane calisthenics.  #Wordless Wednesday  #Gettin’ in shape for the holidays! #Love to strut my stuff!

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Fifty shades of brown!

It has been a spectacular year for tipping your head back and looking toward the Heavens.  Mere stargazing at the night sky simply paled in comparison to the treats our eyes have feasted on in 2024. We have had four … Continue reading

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Red Milkweed Beetles and a Spider. #Wordless Wednesday #Up close and personal with Common Milkweed

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In recognition of veterans …

I have participated in five different walking events for charity in 2024, but only written about two of them to date.  So, on the eve of Veterans Day, I am going to tell you about the Running to Honor 5K … Continue reading

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Reflection Perfection. #Wordless Wednesday #How many Egrets do you see?

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All abuzz about birds.

About ten days ago, a little birdie suggested I go to Sterling State Park if I wanted to see White Pelicans.  That “birdie” was Mike Grosso, a local photographer I’ve followed on Facebook for awhile.  Earlier this year I asked … Continue reading

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