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Blooms and Rain

Distant, autumn-blooming trees were glorified by the background gloom of an approaching storm. A short time later it began to rain. Both the blossoms and the rain were gratefully welcomed. They were more examples of the many things seen every day that make me say, “Oh, wow!” #blooms #autumn #rain #storm #wow

Jigsaw Puzzle, Anyone?

We recently visited the Weatherby Cranberry Company bogs in Wisconsin. What a sight it was with hordes of cranberries floating within retaining barriers. We got to sample some fresh berries straight from the plant in plots that had not yet been flooded; they tasted like tart, sour apples, and I couldn’t resist consuming a fewContinue reading “Jigsaw Puzzle, Anyone?”

Thirteen Lucky Days

We just got back from Costco with, among other things, four bags of candy. Yes, we do get that many trick-or-treaters, and we have a great time at the end of our driveway passing the goodies to the little hobgoblins. Thirteen more days to go. Great fun, good times, lucky us! #halloween #costco #hobgoblins #trickortreatContinue reading “Thirteen Lucky Days”

Day Owl

A rarely seen feathered friend greeted us during a recent morning walk. While we frequently hear the owls, sometimes a year or more will pass between sightings. I wondered why this one was up so “late” since nighttime is their active time. Perhaps it was just one of those “day owls” who like staying upContinue reading “Day Owl”

Sunrise Wreath

The sun continues to flash surprise scenes as it rises through the front windows. On this morning, it momentarily encircled the dining area with a glowing garland of light, much to my delight. #morning #sunrise #garland #wreath

But First, I’ll Have the Brownies

Then I’ll eat the cupcakes! #brownies #cupcakes #diet #chocolate

Hoofin’ It

Vehicles like the one above are frequently seen in southern Wisconsin, driven by the Amish living life as they choose. I was left in wonder, that with all the pressures of the modern world, they continue to live comfortably within their own traditions. #amish #wisconsin #carriage #horsedrawn

What’s Brewing?

As we drove by on our way to Door County recently, the colorful sunrise painted a rosy picture of the American Family Field, home of the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team. The team is a favorite of our Wisconsin relatives, and this year, so far, has really been bright for them. They finished the season withContinue reading “What’s Brewing?”

Oopsie

When we approached this store in Galena, Illinois, I thought that it was curious that they would diagram the O’s in “Poopsie’s” to look like lollipops. Upon entering, one of the first sale items we saw was a 1,000 piece jigsaw puzzle labeled “101 Pooping Dogs” with a matching picture. More items of a similarContinue reading “Oopsie”

Great Escape

Skeletons in Galena, Illinois seemed to have escaped from somebody’s closets and appear to be descending towards the storefronts. I could not understand the purpose of their quest until I saw the leather goods store directly beneath them. Perhaps they were hoping to once again be covered with skin. #skeletons #closet #leather #skin #galenaillinois