Tag Archives: walking

Rambling along the River’s Edge … and beyond.

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Linda Schaub

Change is abundant wherever I wander these days and, while I will concede it ain’t always pretty, the events have provided me fodder for multiple blog posts. Michiganders joke that orange construction barrels should be declared our state flower and … Continue reading →

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Blame it on the Bossa Nova … and Terri.

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Linda Schaub

You’re scratching your head over the title – I’ll explain that later, so bear with me, okay? This week’s Photo Challenge is “Plant Life in the Great Outdoors” and in Michigan, by mid-June it is easy to find some pretty … Continue reading →

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A solo walker and solo birds.

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Linda Schaub

I like beginning the day with my mind a blank canvas and that’s been my mindset since Day One of my walking regimen, especially at Council Point Park. I enjoy walking alone, but because of the ongoing “project” at my … Continue reading →

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Whew! When the weather’s perfect and …

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Linda Schaub

… you wear yourself out enjoying it! Meteorological Summer may have started on June 1st but, in my humble opinion, our Summer-like temps happened long before meteorological Summer or calendar date Summer which happens June 20th. We have had hot … Continue reading →

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Paradise Lost: The destruction of Council Point Park.

Posted on May 26, 2024 by Linda Schaub

I am positive if I searched this blog for the words “my favorite nature nook” or “Council Point Park” the amount of hits would be overwhelming. This small venue, which runs along the Ecorse Creek and is smack-dab in the … Continue reading →

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Morning marsh meander.

Posted on May 19, 2024 by Linda Schaub

“Come on in – the water’s fine! It is highly unlikely you expected to open this post and see a dog as the header image – more on this pooch later. While I am usually behind reporting on my jaunts, … Continue reading →

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Tree Swallows take over Bluebird nesting boxes. #Wordless Wednesday #Sunday Stills Color Challenge – Cobalt Blue

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Linda Schaub

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

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Sentimental scribbles.

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Linda Schaub

Another Mother’s Day is upon us, a time to bask in the love of your offspring and/or to honor your Mom and make her feel special. As most of you know, I lost my mom in 2010, but not a … Continue reading →

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A gaggle, a Google and a giggle ….

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Linda Schaub

Well, I’m pretty sure I got your attention with that title. Since buying my first Metropark pass in 2018, plus straying to larger park venues beyond the confines of my favorite nature nook, I’ve become more in tune about the … Continue reading →

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Am I a tree hugger? You betcha!

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Linda Schaub

This is the fourth year I have participated in the “Run for the Trees Happy Little 5K” virtual event sponsored by the Bob Ross Inc. Foundation and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. All race proceeds support tree planting and … Continue reading →

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