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gale force winds – power outages

Readers: I have not deserted my blog. We have had several days now of gale force winds that were so bad ferry sailings were canceled. We have had rolling power … Continue reading

March 2, 2011 · 10 Comments

Palin Makes Me Puke

Hat tip to Grizzly Bay. Here are some facts about John McCain’s choice for Vice President, Sarah Palin: (1) She is presently under investigation in Alaska for abuse of power … Continue reading

August 30, 2008 · 39 Comments

Cell Phones Interfere with Critical Care Hospital Equipment

While on vacation I visited a family member in hospital and was surprised when nursing staff requested that my companions’ cell phones be turned off and not used in the … Continue reading

September 9, 2007

Childfree: We celebrate it!

My husband and I decided years ago that we would remain child-free and we have never regretted that choice. As two older children from large families we both had plenty … Continue reading

June 20, 2007 · 1 Comment

Anna Jarvis created Mother’s Day and then tried to abolish it

The second Sunday in May is set aside in the United States to celebrate mothers. There is also a Mother’s Day celebration in the United Kingdom, Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, … Continue reading

May 13, 2007 · 2 Comments

Up Close and Personal: A Hummingbird Visit

While sitting on my deck yesterday a rufous hummingbird got up close and personal with me. There’s nothing quite like the thrill of seeing a hummingbird zipping, hovering in place … Continue reading

May 4, 2007

Gardener’s Guide to Global Warming

As you are well aware, global warming is one of the most important issues facing our world right now. I thought you may be interested in this. The National Wildlife … Continue reading

May 2, 2007
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