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Earthly Illusions and Blackwater Woods

Posted on March 20, 2013 by Stephanie

One can learn many things from those who channel non-earthlings. One of my daughters recently finished a school-specific rite of passage that involves writing a Senior Meditation.   I know little of this ritual.  I do know that our puppy … Continue reading →

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A Father’s Day Toast

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Stephanie

My electronic inbox overflows with entreaties to make Father’s Day purchases at deep discounts.  Shopping is not on my mind. Even my reliably soothing farm game saddens me with a “Father’s Day Quest” in which a brown-eyed, raven-haired girl pops … Continue reading →

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Gathering Blue and Wisdom from Pooh

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Stephanie

The nest on Jim’s twig wreath, just outside my window, is gathering more cornflower blue denizens.  The parents are on high alert: one frequently mans the nearby pathway against intrusion, while one sits on the nest and swoops violently upwards … Continue reading →

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