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About tinthia

Wondering, searching, and wandering, I'm an earth witch with a desire to get it right in my lifetime. The flow of the river feeds my inner goddess and fuels my soul. Blessed be. :}

Going with the flow.

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March 1st marks the beginning of the Pisces New Moon cycle. This s a time when we should allow the past to flow over and away from us, taking with it any negative emotions and habits. Entering the fluid depths … Continue reading

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Live, and love, at first sight!

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It was one year ago today when I saw my little corner of the Concord River and fell in love instantly. It wasn’t the fact that I had seen soooooo many houses, over the previous months, with faulty wiring, moldy … Continue reading

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Punxsutawney Phil may have been wrong.

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Two Red-winged Blackbird males flew in today. They’re the first Spring arrivals to the Concord River and prove, without a doubt, that Winter is getting ready to say farewell. Punxsutawney Phil was wrong! Red-wings travel in flocks so I’m expecting … Continue reading

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Like snow off a duck’s back!

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Over 60 inches of snow has fallen this season and it’s only February. Truthfully, I’m tired of snowblowing (But VERY grateful to have one!). I need to see green grass, smell roses, and feel the sun on my neck. I’m … Continue reading

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Love is in the air!

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February 14th. The day when lovers renew their affection for one another and the rest of us drown ourselves in ice cream, chocolate, and Nicholas Sparks movies. Valentine’s Day. Historians believe its origins belong in ancient Rome. Between February 13 … Continue reading

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Purification

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The word February comes from the Latin word Februarius which, loosley translated, means to purify. The ancient Romans believed February was a month to reestablish the empire’s goals of righteous living, which translated to pillaging, conquering, and partying, along with … Continue reading

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Here we snow again!

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Ten to 12 inches of the fluffy stuff, falling at a rate of one to two inches per hour. Yesterday, I filled the bird feeders and gave the ducks a double helping of corn to help get them through today’s … Continue reading

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I’ve been nominated ….

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… for the Sisterhood of the World Bloggers Award! I was nominated by Dear Kitty, Some Blog and I am honored to receive this nomination. To qualify for my nomination, I have some tasks to complete. So, here goes! Several … Continue reading

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Comings and goings!

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Comings The flock has welcomed two new members, Northern Pintails! The drake is a stunning male whose colors  conjure up images of milk chocolate and white chocolate, layered with toffee. Okay, I might be pushing the poetic license here but, … Continue reading

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Cold feet!

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It’s not easy being a duck in a frigid northern climate. They’re thin webbed feet get so cold, especially if the webbing is wet from being in the water. Although the ducks have ways of keeping their feet warm, it … Continue reading

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