Posted On: September 30, 2022
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One month ago to the day, the lakes (the lucky ones!) were abloom with these indigenous lilies that take your breath away and beg loudly to pose in the sun.
The lovely White Water Lily,…
Posted On: July 29, 2022
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The swift, spacious Bayliner runabout of my future remains on hold. Until then, a kayak always offers a dreamy ride.
Kayaking is booming. And why not? They’re eco-friendly, easy to schlep around, provide exercise, and…
Posted On: April 15, 2022
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Winters are fierce in Minnesota. So lush greenscapes like Como’s Conservatory radiate a quick dose of sun and sanity.
FOTOFRIDAY today lauds one of our local treasures around here: Como Park, which features all kinds…
Posted On: December 17, 2021
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If you conquer fear, you can do dangerous things worry-free!
As I write this near St. Paul, news radio keeps telling us about yesterday’s weather records: Highest temperature; highest dewpoint; first December tornado(s); first December…
Posted On: June 25, 2021
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In this whirling, churlish world, the full moon remains one peaceful event the whole planet adores.
The full moon showed her lovely face last (Thursday) night—startlingly radiant in gold and hinting of many nicknames. To…
Posted On: May 21, 2021
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The turtles have had a rough run, but are slowly becoming optimistic.
Like this “Friday” post may be, the turtles were late. A long, dreary spring did little to inspire them to escape their hibernation.…
Posted On: April 9, 2021
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It’s easy to see why Portland’s population has been popping.
Life takes me to Portland next week, as my daughter resumes her search for a college, a chore much compromised by the complications of COVID-19.…
Posted On: February 19, 2021
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Pop-up ice art, as sculpted by Mother Winter
Every morning, a storm window greets me with these amazing artworks of frost. The patterns look uncannily similar day to day—so long as the temp and conditions…
Posted On: September 25, 2020
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So Many Crises, So Little Time
To get to the the point: When we are able to travel again, I suggest you brush off that bucket list, save some jingle, and prioritize trips to your…
Posted On: August 3, 2020
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FF is late this week. Because the Crew has been on vacation. Nothing exotic, not long enough, but…away. Most people dream about getting away and things, but the sad fact remains that more than half…
