Those summer memories of childhood! I remember running barefoot through tickly grass, walking through dusty places and feeling warm dust puff up between my toes, dancing quickly over rocks that were too hot for lingering. Summer was hot, but I didn’t mind. It was the way summer was supposed to be. Of course, if we had […]
Jul 28, 2022
What Was That Sound?
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It had been so long since I’d heard it, I asked Nemo, What was that sound? He had no doubt at all. Thunder! Time for his Thunder Shirt. Last night, we got a long awaited quarter of an inch of rain. But, today, maybe we’ll get more? I can only hope. It’s amazing how quickly […]
Jul 13, 2022
Wandering Wednesday
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This morning is so beautiful, so cool yet sunny, that I enjoyed wandering around my yard, looking at things. Yes, we desperately need rain and yes, I’m afraid the temperature will climb, but for right now, it’s perfect. The seeds I planted in the herb garden are actually looking sturdy. Brave little fellows, to lift […]
Jul 6, 2022
A Wild and Wicked Month
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July is a hot, dry month. Right? Wrong! Or, at least, that certain July in Levi, Oklahoma isn’t hot and dry, but it is murderous. It is also the rainiest month that the good citizens of the small Oklahoma town can ever remember. For Darcy and Flora, it is one of the most dangerous. […]
Jul 1, 2022
A Joyous July
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July. Happy Canada Day to all my Canadian friends. It’s a good day to remember heritage and country and freedom. Were you born this month? Lucky you! The amazing and brilliant red ruby is your birthstone. And, your flower? You have two. One just wouldn’t do. The lily and the water lily are meant for […]
Jun 29, 2022
A June Morning
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It’s hard to believe that June is nearly gone. Summer is well and truly here and it’s watering time for the plants. The birds, I’m sure, are grateful for full bird baths, and the morning glories are climbing the trellis put in place especially for them. Speaking of trellises, A couple of years ago, I […]
