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Fields of fuzz and a fur baby.

Posted on May 21, 2018 by Linda Schaub

It was just a couple of weeks ago that thousands of dandelions infiltrated the grassy areas at Council Point Park.  At a glance, it resembled a golden carpet. And now those dandelions have gone to seed, much to the chagrin … Continue reading →

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Forward … march!

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Linda Schaub

I don’t always hurry through the ‘hood when I walk.  Sometimes I take my good old sweet time.  Today was such a day. Yesterday’s weather was abysmal – there is no other word for it.  From early morning until nightfall, … Continue reading →

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Sweet indulgences.

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Linda Schaub

My boss was at a meeting this morning, so it provided the perfect opportunity to meander a little more than usual, like I do on weekends.  The wind was blowing like crazy, the prelude to what will be another rainy … Continue reading →

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Meanwhile at the ol’ swimming hole …

Posted on May 16, 2018 by Linda Schaub

All Winter, as we endured that 61-inch snowfall here in Southeast Michigan, I moaned and groaned about the endless shoveling that I did because of my “deal” with my next-door neighbor –  I shovel both properties all Winter, then he … Continue reading →

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Yes, I am a bleeding heart.

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Linda Schaub

For as long as I can remember, I have had a soft spot in my heart for animals.  It was more than just a childish love of the family pets who came in and out of my life.  When asked … Continue reading →

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Dust bunnies and dandelions.

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Linda Schaub

There is a young man, maybe in his 20s, who has been frequenting Council Point Park lately.  Nate is a kindred spirit, who similarly enjoys the Park’s ambiance and is particularly infatuated with the squirrels and birds.   One day last … Continue reading →

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A soggy Saturday, glimpses of goslings, and the robins are growing up fast.

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Linda Schaub

Spring here in Southeast Michigan has really been nothing special.  May’s incessant rain has made our days dreary and dismal, with sunny days few and far between.  It has been raining since noon on Friday, sometimes torrential downpours, and off-and-on … Continue reading →

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Mother Nature is my nemesis sometimes …

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Linda Schaub

The rain, the Park and other things The jury’s still out on whether Spring has arrived yet.  We’ve had a few more 70-degree days, as well as thunderstorms that typically whip up with all that heat and humidity, but tomorrow … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Musings.

Posted on May 8, 2018 by Linda Schaub

This morning it was just 47 degrees when I stepped out the door.  For at least an hour beforehand, I heard the foghorns making their low, long and mournful call down at the Detroit River, but I guess they were … Continue reading →

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Spring Offspring!

Posted on May 7, 2018 by Linda Schaub

If I had written a post yesterday, it would have extolled the virtues of a warm and sunny Sunday, a day that was just picture perfect.  The Park was busy with most of the regular walkers, all there to enjoy … Continue reading →

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