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Small Joys–Bloom Despite The Hurt
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When these plants came up in my garden, it was apparent that a hard winter had almost killed them. Their leaves were black and half-dead. I promised to mulch them better next fall (I talk to my plants.), and then didn’t pay much attention to them. Imagine my surprise when the beautiful white blossoms appeared…
TUNIC
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Isn’t winter just the best time of all, Jak! This gorgeous Golden Retriever belongs to Kandace Harrison Huyck. Kandy says, [Jak is] “our ‘more than we bargained for’ Golden Retriever. There is never a dull moment in our lives with this guy, but we love him so much!!!!” Please join me in welcoming JAK to…
February 2025 FREE BOOKS!
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We have a treat for readers this month–two novels for young adult readers (and all readers!) from the talented pen of writer Ann Dallman. They are Book 1 and Book 2 of the Cady Whirlwind Thunder Mysteries: Cady and the Bear Necklace (Book 1) and Cady and the Birchbark Box (Book 2). From the cover…
Another gorgeous shot. Love those clouds.