a mid-summer’s night plant dreams
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Food as a work of art
In Thailand, carving food is considered one of that country’s oldest art forms. It actually goes back to the 1300s, during the annual festival. In the year 1364, the king’s consort was trying to figure out a way to impress the king. She came up with the idea of carving the fruits and vegetables in
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By the light of the slivery moon
When I was little, I wanted to become an astronaut so I could look down and see clouds and look up and see a path to other worlds.
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Images from the Grand Island Independence Day parade
It was a warm and partly sunny day, which is good weather for the parade. It’s the biggest event that is organized by the town. Many people come to watch the parade, which includes dancers, bagpipers, a giant chicken riding a motorcycle, and so much more. Candy flies everywhere, and the kids are eager to
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early summer images
Here are some colorful flowers for you today #WordlessWednesday (almost) \
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Watching birds
When did I become a birdwatcher? Ummmmmmm. I really don’t know. It’s one of these things that sort of happened when I was least expecting it. One day, I was wondering how realistic Alfred Hitchcock’s movie, “The Birds,” was. And, before I knew it, I was saying, “Oooh, is that a Baltimore Oriole?” I really
The mystery of the dress in the trunk
“Every object tells a story if you know how to read it.” — Henry Ford Recently, I sat down to a conversation with Cherrish Beals, who co-owns the historic Marshall House with her husband Matt. The couple operates the beautiful house as a bed and breakfast. Its guests come from all over the world. Located
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Peace walkers visit Grand Island
(almost)#WordlessWednesday A group of Buddhist monks started walking in Key West, Florida, on March 31st. Their destination was Niagara Falls. Yesterday, they arrived on Grand Island, where they took pictures with everyone along their path, making the people they visited very happy. Their walk is called “A Walk for World Peace.” They are an inspiration.
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Spring’s sweetness
the joy of spring can be found in the vivid colors and the lengthening days. #WordlessWednesday water droplets only add to the beauty. Found everywhere. In fields, ditches, etc.
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