Tag Archives: #Sunday Stills Photo Challenge

A little lookback at a few family traditions …

I have always been envious of families that have holiday traditions, many which have been passed down through the years from generation to generation, but, for me, what few Christmas traditions once existed, just like family members, they have dwindled … Continue reading

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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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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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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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When spooky sounds abound …

… you know Your Roving Reporter is right on it, because an eerie experience at Lake Erie is bound to be great blog fodder, right? Those eerie sounds greeted me as I pulled up into the Pointe Mouillee State Game … Continue reading

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Muskrat Love: A Lotus leaf for lunch – yes please! #Wordless Wednesday #Muskrat

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

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Fabulous Fair Lane in the Fall.

I’ve taken a lot of walks this year, but not as many as anticipated after retiring on March 29th.  With seemingly endless hours of newfound free time, I had a running list in my head for my longer excursions agenda, … Continue reading

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Cormorant Camaraderie.

On this August 23, 2024 visit to the Humbug Unit of the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, it was a walk filled with a lot of oddball occurrences, from my early morning arrival until my noon departure.  It was the … Continue reading

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Fall Infatuation.

Fall (finally) arrived today at 8:44 a.m., just as I was stepping out the door. Ah, glorious Fall, even though the “real feel” was still hot and humid. If you know me personally, or have followed my blog for a … Continue reading

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Muggy and buggy = ugh-y!

I promised myself I would visit five new venues in 2024. So how did that work out anyway? A recent post detailed a disappointing trip to three new places, among them the “Strong Unit” which is part of the Detroit … Continue reading

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