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  • Bountiful One

    It’s November which means it’s time to enjoy the Bountiful One. What in the world do I mean by Bountiful One? I am speaking of the colorful Persimmon. The native version of this plant is the Diospyros Virginiana and shazam, I would love to have one of these trees in our backyard. However, there are…

  • Rake Revolution

    There’s a rake revolution happening right now! Can you believe it? There are actually people who have decided to forego the leaf blowing madness. What are the ramifications of this earthy, take back your auditory and sensory rights movement? Stay tuned for that gentle reader. First, let’s welcome newcomers and remind them what this blog,…

  • The Beginning and The End

    Depending upon your point of view, this either the beginning or the end of an era. Right? We’re on the other side of the election but we don’t quite have confirmation on results yet. It can feel as if we’re on the edge of something brand new or well…not! Before I continue, I’ll share about…

  • Clouds at the Beach

    Instead of Clouds at the Beach, I could have labelled this painting and post “Gone Fishing.” Why? Because the by the time you read this, we will have stolen away to the beach with two other couples for a camping, beach combing and walking adventure. Wahoo! But before I get too far ahead of myself,…

  • Two Stacked Pumpkins

    Welcome to Pumpkin Central where two stacked pumpkins are a sign of a happy home. Right? No? Well, maybe not everyone is as absolutely nutsoid and crazy about pumpkins as I am. (Mr Studly, by the way, completely agrees with the previous statement ;-D). But before I get too far ahead of myself, please let’s…

  • Usual Suspects

    In last week’s post, I describe my delight at the discovery of what now is this week’s usual suspects: kabocha squash and red pears. Oh la lah I am so excited to share some adventures in a new medium. But wait, dear reader, before I share all of that, let’s remind any new readers (welcome!)…

  • Playing

    Is it really possible to be playing in the midst of 2020’s endless problems? Let’s hope so. I named this little painting “Playing” for several reasons. Yes, I promise to share these reasons and more. But first, let’s remind any new blog readers about this colorful place and blog and its reason for being. Favorite…