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I have already pointed out that these two things in birdbaths are not birds. They are rabbits. However, perhaps it is not enough to point out the incorrect placement of rabbits in proximity to birdbaths. Perhaps it would be more … Continued
For the past several summers, I have been lucky to spend time at Debordieu Beach, where one of my favorite things to do is look for turtle tracks on early morning walks. This year, the nesting season has been quite … Continued
Family, friends and a Nancy Drew puzzle. An awesome way to spend a rainy day at the beach.
Three more turtles have now entered the Turtle Relocation Program. In a nice change of pace (for us, but most especially for the turtles!), our dog Nikki did not bring these turtles into the den. In fact, Nikki was not … Continued
Keeping up a yard is hard work. But did you ever think about it being hard work for the garden tools, too? In the old days, when horses spent a lifetime plowing the fields and pulling up stumps, they were … Continued
There used to be an Ursuline convent in my neighborhood. No, not the original one. That was in downtown Columbia and was burned by Sherman’s troops. Even though it was supposed to be spared. If the convent had been in … Continued
When I walk through my neighborhood, I see stories everywhere. And some of these stories are found in the things that are lost or thrown away. It’s not always the items themselves that inspire a story…it’s the combination of items. … Continued
The Summer Solstice is here. Today is officially the longest day of the year, when the sun is at its northernmost point. We don’t celebrate any solstice festivals here in the neighborhood. No druids or bonfires. Sorry. But we do … Continued
Nobody in my neighborhood puts out flags for Flag Day. Let me emphasize that last part: for Flag Day. Nobody puts out flags for Flag Day because the flags are already there! I live in a very patriotic neighborhood and … Continued
