If you’re in the Wayzata area tonight, oh, let’s say around 7 pm, please drop by while I’m signing books at The Bookcase. [More info on my News & Events page.] I would love to meet you (or see you again)! In the meantime, I give you some creative, light-hearted joy today, in the form […]
Waterbirds
Thought you’d enjoy this slide show of the various and remarkable waterbirds that Theodore Cross has photographed, compliments of The New York Times. [Cross’ voice reminds me a little of my UCLA professors–very monotone and non-exuberant, but hang in there, it’s still interesting…] Cross photographed many of his birds on Christmas Island in the Indian […]
Lady Bug Swarm
We entertain these visitors every year. Usually they descend around the middle of September, but now that we’ve had ONE warm day, it happened today. Flying swarms of lady bugs everywhere (although they’ll tell you they’re asiatic beetles). Whatever they are, they’re into everything, and they have the ability to slip through doorjambs and window […]
Beautiful Inspiration
Today I shall share some gems that I’ve been hoarding to myself. They may not be your cup of tea, but I’m still going to share. Gratefulness is not a pre-requisite. Get a fresh cup of coffee (or tea…or whatever you’re drinking) and browse these sites. So fun. [Although, I will say my mind goes […]
Fall Color & the Last of Summer
Ahhh, the exuberance of fall color…and “fallish” things to do. Then there are the sweet pockets of summer color that are fading away. This morning–a gray morning, perfect for pancakes and reading. Stretch. Yawn. Have a beautiful weekend! [Post image: Petting the rabbits at Northwoods Orchard]