First Snow

There’s something magical about the first snowfall especially when it’s as quiet, soft, and lovely as this one. No wind to blow it away. I love the snow light, making everything white without need of another light in the darkness. When Nemo came back in this morning, he was sporting a coat that was mostly […]

Hello, Old Man Winter

Today is the first day of winter, officially. It’s the shortest day of the year and henceforth, each day will get a tiny bit longer until finally, on the first day of spring, day and night will be equal. It’s pretty special, when you stop and think about it. Meteorology, in fact, all of nature, […]

Night and the Animals

Backyard bushes, green and flowering in warm weather, become gray, drab sprigs in the winter. The birds don’t mind. When moonlight silvers the yard, they crowd deep into the thick twigs, twittering and chirping, discussing the day’s happenings, content to be hidden by darkness and their stubbly cover. A few wild, forest creatures slip into […]

Looking High and Low

I’ve lost something! I am embarrassed to tell you what it is because I should have kept it in a safe place and I thought I did. So, to help with the frustration, I’ve found a rhyme flitting through my head. Before I lose it too, I’ve captured it and put it on this page, […]

A Nod to November

November winds sweep up the leaves of October, tidying the yard for the snows of December. November people, you have reason to celebrate. Your beautiful birthstone is the yellow or amber topaz, a symbol of honor, strength, longevity, and wisdom.  Your flower is the fragrant chrysanthemum. November’s full moon is the Beaver Moon. Fun Old […]

So Long, February

So Long, February

The last day of February. Where did it go? Did it just melt away with ice and the snow? So, if March comes in like a lamb tomorrow, will it go out like a lion? Snow is forecast for Friday. Does that count as March coming in like a lion, then, hopefully, going out like […]