Category: Other Subjects
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Thinking About the Apocalypse
A cloudy, sprinkly, breezy sort of day. Autumn color has arrived in full force, although green still dominates most trees. As I drove west to Fall River this morning I noticed the trees along the highway were at peak color, some even bare. We are forecast to have heavy rain and high winds overnight so…
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Early August
Oi! Another hot, humid day with little rain; seemingly no amount of watering begins to make up for so many weeks of drought. Despite the drought the late summer wildflowers are out along the verges and the trees retain their dark green hues. Even the male goldfinches are holding on to their brilliant plumage, although…
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Cycles Within Cycles, Oh My!
The day is dark and threatening. Although the humidity levels are rising and the sullen clouds suggest immanent rain, the forecast is for a few light showers. Given the severity and persistence of the drought we are experiencing, we hope for more. Walking through our community one notices rabbits everywhere; indeed, we are witnessing a…
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Settler Dreams: Part ll
We are just past the solstice and are sliding ever so slowly towards winter’s darkness. Today we awoke to bright sunshine and a breeze off the ocean which has kept the temperature cool. Now, nearing midday, the shadows are deep, offering a sharp contrast to the sunlit world. This week we were in Philadelphia where…
