Archive | May, 2009
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MOM, PATRICIA TAGGED ME!

Well, actually, she tagged both of us.  I’m not generally a fan of memes, but this one has fabulous antecedents: Tara, Blogger Dad and Writer Dad.  While they are all way funnier and more interesting, it’s a pleasure to be in such company.  I might answer for myself or for the both of us, we’ll [...]

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LESSONS FROM THE ROAD

A friend is making an enviable journey – to Alaska from Minneapolis and back at the wheel of an RV. His 7 week sabbatical is meant to be a time of discovery, renewal, disconnection and, ultimately, connection.  I eagerly asked to be on his email updates and received the first one this morning.  His son [...]

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THE SECRET OF FREEDOM IS COURAGE

The secret of Happiness is Freedom. The secret of Freedom, Courage. – Thucydides

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I LOVE YOU MORE THAN EVER

Three years ago today we were married on the sunniest May day Minnesota had to offer.  Standing on a stone terrace, heady with the fragrance of peony, lilac and bridal veil, we said our vows.  Dylan’s words from our invitation still say it all. Wedding Song I love you more than ever, more than time [...]

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I’D SAY YOWZA IS ABOUT RIGHT

YOWZA. That’s the botanical latin term for the state we gardeners find ourselves in right about now. May is when the signs of advanced mental illness strike even the strongest and most experienced among us. . .”  -  Margaret Roach I am a huge fan of Margaret Roach.  Her blog, A Way to Garden,  has [...]

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