Tag: seasons
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Seasons (30 Days of Gratitude: Day 24)
When the days grow shorter, and sunshine seems in scarce supply, it is easy to complain about the change of seasons. But the change of seasons also brings new perspectives, an appreciation of shifting landscapes — different, yet the same. The open water of summer, bordered by lush green foliage, transitions to the stark grays…
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Descent
The seasons of descent are upon us … tree branches almost bare after recent winds forced the descent of the last of the multi-colored leaves, while the hint of winter is in the air, with snow flurries descending upon us even before trick-or-treaters graced our doorsteps. I am not quite ready to let go of…
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Weekly Photo Challenge: Juxtaposition
Summer lounge chairs waiting for spring on the snow-covered beach at Lutsen Resort; Minnesota’s distinct seasons, classically juxtaposed. Ciao! ~ Kat This post was in response to the Daily Post’s Weekly Photo Challenge. ”Juxtaposition” was this week’s theme. Everyone is welcome to join in the Challenge; further details on how to participate and links to others’…
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Happy Earth Day ~ Celebrate Today and Every Season!
Happy Earth Day! As touted on the Earth Day Network’s Facebook page: “Today is a day of action. Attend a local Earth Day event, plant a tree, write to your elected officials, or simply commit to living more sustainably. Every little action counts.” As I looked for a photo to represent each of the four…
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The Cure for the Extended Winter Doldrums
It snowed again. And again. That was our weekend, and our start to the week. I really shouldn’t complain, but misery loves company, and Northern Minnesota has a lot of miserable company as April continues its snowy reign. Because my faithful four-legged friend was short-changed for exercise this week, between work and family activity schedules…
Travel. Garden. Eat. 