Author Archives: Eliza Waters

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About Eliza Waters

Gardener, photographer, naturalist, writer

Biophilia

Posted on February 22, 2018 by Eliza Waters

Biophilia, first termed in 1984 by E.O. Wilson, is defined as the innate human need to connect with nature. As most gardeners know, there are more benefits to gardening than just fresh produce and flowers. It is the sense of … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Eliza Waters
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Wordless Wednesday

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Eliza Waters
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Fat Flakes

Posted on February 6, 2018 by Eliza Waters

Rather difficult to show, but today, fluffy snowflakes fell all morning, some were quite large, almost 1/4″ in diameter. Later, when the clouds parted, they were extra sparkly in the sunshine. I’m sure the photos don’t do them justice, but … Continue reading →

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Silent Sunday

Posted on February 3, 2018 by Eliza Waters

   

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Handful of Sunshine

Posted on January 30, 2018 by Eliza Waters

Sometimes you have to get your sunshine from a store, especially this time of year. A gift from my spouse, to help chase away the winter blues. Aren’t they lovely?

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Silent Sunday

Posted on January 27, 2018 by Eliza Waters
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Silent Sunday

Posted on January 20, 2018 by Eliza Waters
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Snow Day

Posted on January 18, 2018 by Eliza Waters

When I was a kid, nothing thrilled us more than the words, ‘Snow Day.’ To my recollection, there weren’t that many, as it had to be a big storm to cancel school, not like today when even a couple inches … Continue reading →

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Vagaries of Winter Update

Posted on January 16, 2018 by Eliza Waters

I’ve added another couple photos to show the continual changes that happen in winter around these parts. The slideshow illustrates how things can change dramatically at our waterfall in winter. Last Thursday the temperatures rose a little above freezing reaching … Continue reading →

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