In order to see birds it is necessary to become a part of the silence.

Posted on January 19, 2015 by tinthia

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Robert Lynd When I was a small child, I wanted to fly like a bird. Taking branches of leaves, I would run as fast as I could and flap my arms like crazy. For a while, I actually believed I … Continue reading →

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“There are nights when the wolves are silent, and only the moon howls.”

Posted on January 6, 2015 by tinthia

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Tonight is the Wolf Moon. Even though wolves howl at just about any full moon, this moon is special. Not just because it’s the first full moon of the new year, although that is very cool. But because the dark … Continue reading →

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Yes, there is a Santa Claus!

Posted on December 25, 2014 by tinthia

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The other day, someone asked me when I stopped believing in Santa Claus. I replied that I hadn’t. In fact, I still listen for sleigh bells, and before going to bed on the 24th, I look to the sky for … Continue reading →

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Turning 59! ick!!!!!

Posted on December 9, 2014 by tinthia

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Life has a way of creeping up on a woman and then running her over, backing up, and running her over again. Today is my 59th birthday (arghhhhh!), which is essentially 60, right? I mean, it’s there, like a vulture waiting to pick at … Continue reading →

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Give me your huddled masses yearning to breath free!

Posted on December 5, 2014 by tinthia

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“The wretched refuse of your teeming shore.” I’m sure Emma Lazarus wasn’t referring to Mallards, but here on the Concord River, anything goes. Like a hen who’s been wobbling around with an enlarged foot due to fishing line with entangled … Continue reading →

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When I can’t sleep ….

Posted on November 27, 2014 by tinthia

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… I count my blessings. My first blessing is my son. He’s there for me when I need a ladder held or an ear to listen. Second blessing, my family and friends. They have watched me travel some bumpy roads … Continue reading →

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Notes to my future self.

Posted on November 15, 2014 by tinthia

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If hindsight is 20/20, what would foresight be? Perhaps Superman x-ray sight. Anyway, here are some notes to my future self for 2015. Don’t hire Lowe’s ever again to do any kind of construction work. When Lowe’s installed the replacement … Continue reading →

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Taking stock …

Posted on November 1, 2014 by tinthia

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Blessed Samhain (pronounced saa-ween). Sunset on Samhain is the beginning of the Celtic New Year, marking the end of last year’s spiritual journey and the beginning of a new one. It is a time to reflect on the bounty received, … Continue reading →

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Movin’ on up!

Posted on October 30, 2014 by tinthia

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Hazel has moved from the basement to a new, deeeluxe apartment in the house. This way he’ll get to enjoy the company of the cats, dogs, fish, and any other critters that roam the house while I’m at work. (Actually, … Continue reading →

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Rituals!

Posted on October 23, 2014 by tinthia

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Autumn is one month old and these past weeks have been filled with the rituals of the season. Simple rituals, such as replacing the nectar feeders with suet feeders, that can sooth my soul. Other rituals bring excitement. For example, … Continue reading →

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