Tag Archives: nature

Reflecting on 2025 while steppin’ bravely into 2026.

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Linda Schaub

I was in a hurry for 2025 to end … I mean, couldn’t it just flit away quietly like a delicate dragonfly?  Nope – it kept dragging on and on. It wasn’t just our wobbly weather that haunted me, (a/k/a … Continue reading →

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Some mirth and merriment for you. 

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Linda Schaub

When I began this blog nearly 13 years ago, just before “launch time” I had second thoughts about whether I would have enough whimsical/quirky items to sustain the whimsy portion of my blog title “Walkin’, Writin’, Wit & Whimsy”. I … Continue reading →

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Mr. & Mrs. Cardinal (and a pal) partake of peanuts at the Park. #Wordless Wednesday #A favorite vintage ornament.

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Linda Schaub

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

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Lean, mean and green.

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Linda Schaub

We’re right in the thick of it … the ambience and magic of the holiday season that is.  Tonight Hanukkah begins and now there are merely eleven more sleeps until Santa arrives.  Bakers are bustling, mail carriers are hustling, all … Continue reading →

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When there’s wicked wind, wildflowers and …

Posted on December 7, 2025 by Linda Schaub

… familiar feathery and leathery friends.  On the middle day of the long Memorial Day weekend, I did some Sunday strolling at Lake Erie Metropark.  I’d already visited this venue several times since Spring had emerged after a too-long Winter.  … Continue reading →

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Before and after a cup of Joe. #Wordless Wednesday #Sadly, we don’t ALL rise and shine!

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Linda Schaub

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

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Mama, munchkins and mud puddles.

Posted on November 30, 2025 by Linda Schaub

It’s the last day of Thanksgiving weekend – holiday #1 is in the books and now it is full steam ahead to the festive holidays of Hanukkah and Christmas.  If you’re exhausted and in need a smile, here’s a wee … 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

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Linda Schaub

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

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The Gathering.

Posted on November 23, 2025 by Linda Schaub

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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We aren’t ALL boring brown anymore; you can tell the boys from the girls! #Wordless Wednesday #Our Eclipse Phase is over!

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Linda Schaub

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

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