Tag Archives: birdsong

Hallelujah Chorus

After a cold, dark winter of gray-brown dormancy, the earth barely breathing, waiting faithfully for renewal and warmth that certainly must come, spring starts slowly; then quickly, it becomes a rushing torrent of life. Brought on by moisture and warmth, … Continue reading

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Laundry, Earth Day and Meditation

All my life, I’ve hung my laundry to dry on a clothesline when the temperature is 40F (4C) or higher. To some, it’s rather quaint and old-fashioned, but to me there is something reassuringly domestic about seeing clothes hung on … Continue reading

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May Days

Finally, we have had a string of warm, sunny days so I do believe spring is really here. This has been the longest delayed spring weather for many years. May has always been my favorite month. It is when the grass turns … Continue reading

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Laundry Meditation

As far back as I can remember our laundry has hung to dry on a clothesline. To some, it’s rather quaint and old-fashioned, but to me there is something reassuringly domestic about seeing clothes hung in the sun or flapping … Continue reading

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