This morning I saw the light hit the water below. It gave the captured rain a silvery color. My trusty phone camera recorded an image similar to the shimmering my eyes perceived. Three viewpoints on one meter of street at curbside: I understand the absurdity of exalting the gutter, but there it is, and it’s […]
Read moreMagic Oak that Holds up the Sun
Today I’m participating in a new photo prompt, Whatsoever is Lovely by Xingfu Mama. I had an excellent walk this afternoon at Cherokee Marsh. It was not the longer, farther away stroll I had planned with friends at Lake Farms Park, but I exercised and it felt good. The end of the day light was […]
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Branching into Carotenoids and Flavonoids?
Carotenoids and flavonoids are connected with trees? When I think of carotenoids, Bugs Bunny’s favorite snack comes to mind. Flavonoids; the most tasty foods, and a Grammy winning rapper from the 80’s. I wondered what alchemy is afoot that transforms the Midwest this time of year. Reading about the seasonal chemistry inspired me to write […]
Read moreRebecca Is Out of the Office
Leaves flutter in the wind. Red, orange, yellow, green. Warm fire in the hearth. Snug cabin. Puzzle on a table. Box from the board game shelf, opened. Dominoes! We are relaxing as we have a long weekend from Eagle’s school. Last night’s sunset was sublime I’ll be checking in now and again. Thanks to all […]
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Are You Ready, Pumpkin Eaters?
I like autumn holidays, especially when pumpkins are involved. This year’s pumpkin vines have produced the most calabazas ever. I credit the abundance to Eagle’s weeding and watering the vegetables this summer. May all your pies be pumpkin. ¡Olé! -Rebecca PS Pumpkin eaters is a term of endearment in our family. -R This post is […]
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22 September Poem
Haiku for you. In Spanish too. Happy Autumn! Haikú para ti. En español e inglés. ¡Feliz otoño! 22 September, Twin Sister Haikus cool air, happy lungs autumn equinox arrived the next season walks in + + farewell city pool red leaf on outdoor table where is my sweater? –Rebecca Cuningham, 21 September 2022 22 septiembre […]
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Fake Flamenco 