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  My Secret Garden

13.07.26 10:34 AM - By BlueSkies - Comment(s)

In a corner of our back yard, a bat house hangs on the side of a  shed.  I don’t know if any bats use it.  The shed is on one side of an area I am planning to turn into my “secret garden.”  The area will be lush with blooming shrubs, ferns, bulbs, and seasonal bedding plants....

NEEDED – ONE LARGE BUCKET OF WATER

03.07.26 02:17 PM - By BlueSkies - Comment(s)

 It seems as though the world is on fire!  From wars raging in Europe and the Middle East to shoot-outs in the local city park, it is evident we have not learned from our past mistakes.  As the song asks, “Why can’t we all be friends?” 


  It is obvious some countries and peop...


 And The Band Played On

10.06.26 08:47 PM - By BlueSkies - Comment(s)
A reflection on a bygone era of politics, recalling a respected senator who focused on service and accomplishments rather than attacking opponents. A timely reminder that positive leadership never goes out of style.

Dear Friend,

19.05.26 11:04 PM - By BlueSkies - Comment(s)

Summer is coming!  When I was a child, this not only meant a change in temperature, but it seemed to me my whole world changed. 

For your edification, I am sharing with you some important summer rules.


1) You cannot go barefoot until after June first.


 2) If you get a sandspur stuck in y...



In spite of the ice and snow in parts of the country, I can tell spring is on the way.  The narcissus and azalea are blooming and the amaryllis are beginning to emerge. Many of you are also beginning to emerge from your winter stupor and make plans for a “spring break.”

02.04.26 11:13 AM - By BlueSkies - Comment(s)
In spite of the ice and snow in parts of the country, I can tell spring is on the way.  The narcissus and azalea are blooming and the amaryllis are beginning to emerge. Many of you are also beginning to emerge from your winter stupor and make plans for a “spring break.”

I don't know where we'll be going or what we'll do when we get there.

You put on your bib and tucker - I'll wear a flower in my hair.

See the sunlight on the water.

Feel the sand beneath your feet.

Hear the laughter and the music?

Feel the breeze upon your face.

 There is magic where we're going

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