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Mystery Flower #14

Posted on 05/10/2013 by chick

I found this Mystery Flower growing in the woods behind a big tree. I had a hard time getting pictures, because it was off the path and I didn’t want to step on any other plants. Plus the insects were … Continue reading →

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Walking in Spring

Posted on 05/09/2013 by chick

I don’t often go into the woods at this time of the year. I don’t like the heat, and there are ticks everywhere. It was a beautiful day Sunday, though. And since my husband cleared a path through the brush … Continue reading →

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SITY: Comparisons

Posted on 05/08/2013 by chick

I like to post pictures of my violets every year, and some of my favorites are the tiny ones. They expanded their range this year, which put them into contact with the full-size varieties. And that, of course, offered opportunities … Continue reading →

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SITY: First Honey Bee

Posted on 05/07/2013 by chick

I have not seen very many honey bees over the last few years. And every year we hear more stories about colony collapse disorder. So I worry every spring that there will be no more bees. It is always a … Continue reading →

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Mystery Flower #13

Posted on 05/06/2013 by chick

As I mentioned in last Friday’s post, there is an invasive plant that is trying to take over my violets’ turf. I have been unable to identify it, and I suppose that means it’s a good subject for a Mystery … Continue reading →

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SITY: This Means War

Posted on 05/03/2013 by chick

This plant, whatever it is, spreads fast. It’s not terribly ugly. I actually like its purplish foliage and bright blue flowers. But it’s taking over my violets’ turf. That’s not acceptable. And it spreads by runner, making it even more … Continue reading →

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Vacation Story

Posted on 05/02/2013 by chick

Last year we vacationed in New Hampshire. There weren’t a heck of a lot of obvious destination activities in that area of the country. But, since we liked interesting minerals, and one of Livia’s favorite activities was picking up rocks, … Continue reading →

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Life Changes

Posted on 05/01/2013 by chick

Some of the ways in which my life has changed since having children: My pockets are always full of Kleenex Snot has no power over me. I’ll reach right into a kid’s nose and pull out a booger. I sound … Continue reading →

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Things I Never Thought I’d Say

Posted on 04/30/2013 by chick

Dear Kids, You arrived in this world as blank slates, so you’ve had to learn everything. And we’ve had to teach it to you. And since you grew out of your baby phases and started walking and talking, we’ve had … Continue reading →

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Itchy

Posted on 04/29/2013 by chick

Marshall says, Skeeters have itches in their bones. They bite me on the head. That’s how I get itchy.

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