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How did mums receive their name?

Those yellow flowers that are ubiquitous this time of year are not called mums because they are quiet.

Gentle rain is better than a downpour

Rain, rain and more rain. If I didn't know better I would swear it was April instead of October. I know all this water is good for the plants but a sunny day sure would be welcome.

Disco dancing in the woods surrounded by ghouls

We celebrated Halloween a couple of weekends ago. It had been raining all week, but Saturday dawned, if not clear, then at least dry.

Does anybody really know what day it is?

My calendar is messed up.

Life was happier when she lived on 503

"I wish I was back on 503," is what my mother recently said to me.

It was a time to reconnect with family

I was in search of good news and felt compelled to go home, just to be sure everyone was as I left them. Last Sunday I was reassured that in my family, nothing has changed

Wood carving class relieved stress

"What's next - basket weaving?" was my daughter's response upon learning that I crashed a wood carving class last week.

This Christmas it's pajamas for everyone

Pajamas. I need pajamas

Lots to celebrate in dreary days of December

Christmas shopping is in full swing this week.

Cats are insulted by invading privacy

We are all voyeurs.

Begin Christmas traditions with your family

We are apparently starting a new tradition in our family this year.

Santa gives points for good intentions

Santa's sleigh is getting full.

Family sings a new song at Christmas

I am surrounded by books to read, bulbs to force and toys to play with.

Some New Year's resolutions to break

Have you broken all of your New Year's resolutions yet?

Enjoy the snow inside a warm house

Snow; glorious snow.
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