Category Archives: holiday

Your mom loves you …

… even if she had/has to give you a push to steer you in the right direction sometimes. Yep, here you were thinking that only human moms do these things, nudging their babies, toddlers, teenagers, even adult children to toe … Continue reading

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Mother’s Day marsh meander.

Sunday, May 11, 2025 was a gorgeous day and I took advantage of the sunny morning when I set out on a very long walk at Lake Erie Metropark.  It was picture-perfect, not only for me, but also for all … Continue reading

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To all you Hunny Bunnies out there …

A WEE EASTER TAIL, ER … TALE. I was meandering along a woodsy trail, just me, myself and I. And all was right with the world, until someone called out “hi!” My head swiveled ‘round – was my mind playing … Continue reading

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Ribbits and Rabbits!

It was serendipity that I discovered Council Point Park in April 2013 and it remained my happy place until May 8, 2024 when one shoreline of my favorite nature nook was decimated shortly after I left for home.  The purpose … Continue reading

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Dear Heart: my tribute to Mom.

“A mother holds her children’s hands for a while, their hearts forever”. ~Author Unknown I usually post on Sunday evenings, but today’s post is special.  It’s a tribute to my mom, Pauline Mary Schaub, who would have turned 100 years old … Continue reading

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It’s New Year’s Eve. #Wordless Wednesday #Spend time with family and friends, BUT …

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story. Click here please.

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Christmas PUPapalooza. #Wordless Wednesday. #Happy HOWLidays!

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story. Click away, a song here; a slideshow below.

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The Gifts of Christmas Past.

Imagine, if you will, a film reel in your mind, spinning merrily around, giving you glimpses of every Christmas Day in your life to date.  So, would that film be popcorn-worthy, perhaps a bucketful, oozing with hot butter and sprinkled … Continue reading

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Tom and the gang are going to Grandma’s house tomorrow for spiral-sliced ham. #Wordless Wednesday #Talkin’ turkey #Click on your card below

Wordless Wednesday – allow your photo(s) to tell the story. Don’t be a turkey – click here!

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The Gathering.

On Thursday many of you will gather with loved ones and friends to give thanks for food and other blessings.  As we ease into Thanksgiving week, I want to update you on MY “family” of furry and feathered friends at … Continue reading

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