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Monthly Archives: May 2013
Comfort
Futzin Resting In Aunt Nikki’s Arms This Memorial Day weekend, I went to Fergus Falls to celebrate the birthday of another family member. This time it was Andrew who turned one year old. Drew has the nickname Futzin which was … Continue reading
Homage to Grant Wood and Thank You to My Neighbor Glenn
Farmer Glenn Memorial Day weekend 2013 has been and promises to continue to be overcast, cool, with occasional rain. True, the drought for our area appears to be broken. And true again that everything is lush and green with … Continue reading
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Desperadoes and a Pinata
Desperadoes, Cara and Friend On Saturday, I went to Wisconsin to spend time with Becky’s family. After all these years, I count them as my family too. The reason for my trip was the combined birthday party for Cara, age … Continue reading
Orchid Still Life
Orchid Still Life #1 2013 I have two orchids growing in my kitchen window. The one above is about three years old. It is blooming after a long hiatus in which I wasn’t certain that I’d see another flower. As … Continue reading
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Apology to Willa Cather and My Antonia
For years, when the topic of high school reading came up, I would say that, for the most part, I was oblivious to the meaning of most of the classic American library. And, I would say that I remembered almost … Continue reading
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Lou and Spring
Color Coordinated Lou After a long winter with a color scheme based on white, grey, black, brown, and on a good day blue, the coming of spring is eagerly awaited. Spring brings a full spectrum of color for weary eyes. … Continue reading