Monthly Archives: April 2020

NaPoWriMo Poem 1

April 1 A humming bird darts past. Hovering in front of a flower. Drinking in the freedom of the air. I stand in my confinement, in the fortress as microbes assault the ramparts Flitting emerald bird flies to the camellia … Continue reading

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Rainy Writing

It’s April. It should be sunny in California.  There should be puffy clouds, puppies, bunnies, and ducklings floating in the blue.  There should be smells of fresh grass. There should be a gentle breeze bringing the hope of spring. Instead, … Continue reading

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Friday Wisdom – Cost of Living

Living on Earth is expensive, but it does include a free trip around the sun.  

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Wednesday Gardening – Potato in Containers

We’ve been officially notified that we’re to shelter in place for another month. Month.  The garden has been our main outdoor activity.  Heather planted some potatoes in containers last month and they are exploding: We’ve also prepared another veggie planting … Continue reading

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