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US Excitement Over the Eclipse
The astronomical excitement of the total solar eclipse throughout the mainland United States is at a fever pitch. It is big news here, especially along the eclipse’s direct path which scoops up...
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April Blooms
Chicagoland endures long, dreary winter months. But, come spring, we are rewarded for our patience with amazing varieties as the world around us comes alive with a vibrant renewal. I recently walked...
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Poem–Partners in Contemplation
Partners peering across the rivercontemplating the cost of global warmingand the future of their family. Should they swim down to another place where there may be deeper water and more fish,or is...
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Friday Photos–Water Play
* * * * * * * * * * * * Photos by Mary K. Doyle Fountain at Cantigny Park, Wheaton, IL
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Poem–Baby Dreams
Baby Dreams Dreams full of babes.Large, medium, small.I do not know them,but I love them all. Snuggled in my armsin my dreams each night.They don’t cry or fusswhen I hold them tight. I don’t...
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Duck for the Goose
Question: Has a goose ever landed on your head? I didn’t think so. I doubt that it is a common occurrence. But it recently happened to me. No joke. Go ahead and laugh. At the time, I didn’t think it...
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Storm Show
The light gradually dims,and the drums rumble.The show’s about to begin. The wind is in a frenzy.Clouds rush out on stage.Lightning shoots across the sky. The rain makes a grand entrance,pouring...
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The Infamous Zheng Yi Sao
Piracy is not an admirable occupation, but I have to admit I’m fascinated with one of the most successful pirates in history. Zheng Yi Sao (also known as Ching Shih, Cheng I Sao, Ching Yi Sao, and...
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Double-Crested Cormorants
A new family is on the Fox River. At least this group is new to me. I was out looking for flowering trees when I spotted double-crested cormorants gathered on driftwood in the middle of the river. I’d...
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