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Howlidays are for Pets Also!
Originally posted on Yankee Skeptic:
this is the holiday version of “Where’s Waldo”, “Where’s the Cat?” This Boston beauty dares you to find her. My favorite detective dog Watson has his own tree, and enjoys the adult tree! he’s such… -
The Hmong Among Us, A Refugee Story
The history of the Hmong refugees coming to the United States is well documented. It was not always easy. I was living in Manitowoc Wisconsin during the early years of the refugees coming to the area, and did some volunteer… Read More ›
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Why I’m Skeptical about Making Money on Etsy
Originally posted on Yankee Skeptic:
I’ve always been an artist. I also enjoy doing crafty stuff. I’ve done everything from quilting to origami, and had great fun with any hobby I take up. The problem comes though when someone says… -
Rascal Raccoon has a Rocky Time!
Rascally Raccoon by Val Riverwalk When I was a kid, in the late 70’s, I lived in Juneau Alaska with ‘Rascal the Raccoon’. My Mom rescued the little guy from a roadside ditch after she saw his mother killed on… Read More ›
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Mushrooms Galore
This is the time of year I notice there are a lot of mushrooms. The interesting thing is that what we think of as mushrooms, only last for a day or two. The mushroom above ground is the “fruit” phase… Read More ›
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A Bunny for Bunny
One of my favorite you tubers is Bunny, also known as Graveyardgirl. The one time ghost hunter now offers fashion and beauty tips, and my favorite “DOES THIS THING REALLY WORK?” where she tests out “As Seen on TV” products…. Read More ›
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Hillsborough Morning
My daughter is visiting this weekend. She’s busy being a scientist during the week, but able to visit me during the weekends. The new old house is still under renovation, so I’m staying at the small cabin on Lake Franklin… Read More ›
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When Mexico Comes to New Hampshire
New Hampshire is a state known for many positive things. Low unemployment. High levels of happiness and psychological stability among the inhabitants (even the Libertarians). Beautiful lakes, woodlands and mountains to climb. New Hampshire has few negatives, the first being… Read More ›
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Vintage shop fun!
I have a friend, Bill, who loves to post on Facebook his recent vintage finds. He goes to auctions and antique shops and even enjoys perusing the local Craigslist for great finds. I am less able to get out and… Read More ›
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Antrim New Hampshire Art Show
The Antrim Grange had their annual art show this past weekend. I was honored to show some of my art once again. What I enjoy most about the show is that it exemplifies what small town life is like. In… Read More ›
Two Different Girls 