Monthly Archives: October 2010

Beautiful Autumn in Fly-Over Land

Posted on October 19, 2010 by Betsy Wuebker

The Midwest in the United States is often referred to as “fly-over land” by folks from either coast.  Keep on flying over us, we say.  We get to enjoy what you’re about to see next all to ourselves! There are … Continue reading →

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Finding Dimes

Posted on October 14, 2010 by Betsy Wuebker

When I wrote the poem, Ghosts, which is the story of my friend’s passing and subsequent visit to me from the afterlife (if you don’t believe in this sort of thing, you’re welcome to stop reading now), I mentioned finding … Continue reading →

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Plentiful Pumpkins

Posted on October 11, 2010 by Betsy Wuebker

I would rather sit on a pumpkin, and have it all to myself, than be crowded on a velvet cushion. – Henry David Thoreau Autumn wouldn’t be complete without pumpkins at our house.  This year, Pete’s vegetable garden was designed … Continue reading →

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In the Footsteps of F. Scott Fitzgerald

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Betsy Wuebker

St. Paul’s historic Cathedral Hill is one of my most favorite neighborhoods in the Twin Cities.  Because I’ve always lived on the Minneapolis side, it feels like a visit to another world, even though it’s a short drive across the … Continue reading →

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Back in Farm Country

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Betsy Wuebker

Last Saturday, Pete and I spent all day in farm country. The University of Minnesota Extension – Scott County had selected the Glisczinski Dairy and two other farms as part of its annual City to Country Tour.  The Tour is held … Continue reading →

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