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

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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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When I can’t sleep ….

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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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Blood moon rising!

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Last night marked a full moon, commonly called the Hunters Moon. She also goes by the name Blood Moon. Depending on which folklore you believe, her names are due to: 1) the color produced by the full lunar eclipse; 2) … Continue reading

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Go ask Alice!

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Anyone lose a bunny? I found a domestic rabbit in the marsh near my house! My neighbors and I have canvassed the neighborhood, and I posted a notice in the town center, but still no takers. So, I’ve named him … Continue reading

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Competition is good for the soul!

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There is an age old competition playing out on the Concord River. It’s between the ducks and the other animals who like to eat the ducks. For example, we saw in December that a plump Mallard drake can make a … Continue reading

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The dog days are here again!

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It’s been almost a year since I first wrote about the dog days of summer on the Concord River. I still haven’t seen any wild Romans and the water isn’t boiling but there’s plenty of activity none the less. Angie … Continue reading

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Six little ducklings, happy to be alive!

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  The river claimed one and then there were five. Five little ducklings, spreading their tiny wings to soar. The river claimed another one and then there were four. Four little ducklings, oh goodness what do I see? Not four … Continue reading

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I am woman, hear me roar!

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Okay, maybe not roar but definitely growl! The back deck steps need to be replaced or someone is going to take a header. I’ve been putting off this repair since I knew it would be one of those activities that … Continue reading

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Well, it’s about time!

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She did it! Finally!!! It took her long enough but she pulled it off. Angie had ducklings and brought them by to see grand-mama. Better late than never, as the saying goes. Seven little balls of fluff spent a good … Continue reading

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Lunch is served!

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Here on the Concord River, we serve sushi so fresh it will flip itself off your plate. Our greens are tender, succulent, and bursting with flavor. Even our insect selection rivals any five star restaurant on the California coast. Nothing … Continue reading

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