When I was 7-1/2 years old, my mother brought a new baby into our house. I became the babysitter because my parents worked. Then, two years later, my middle brother, and three years later, my baby brother came – all called me "the protector," but in fact, they were my family. I had always considered … [Read more...]
Ephemerals
There is much more to see. The immature Cooper's hawk is flying around to check out bird feeders because they do go after small birds. The pollinators have just a smidgen of hope to see wildflowers. Here in Northeast Wisconsin I have seen: (Click a single photo – then click the photo again … [Read more...]
Zucchini Quiche
Want to use your leftover zucchini and eggplant? Here's a suggestion. Bake a quiche and freeze it! Zucchini Quiche* 4 c thinly sliced zucchini (cut away large seeds if large zucchini) 1 large onion, thinly sliced 3 tbsp butter 2 eggs 2 tsp each salt, garlic powder, dried basil, and dried … [Read more...]
My Prairie
The overall dryness of my prairie has dealt a blow to the most brilliance I have ever seen. The uprooted and removed trees have done wonders for my prairie. I have never seen it so high before! Explore the prairie. Click a single photo. Then click the photo again to enlarge it. … [Read more...]
Two of My Favorite Train Vacations
Saint Joseph, Michigan My friend Karen Syverson introduced me to this lovely place when we were returning from a meeting of the Wild Ones board in Midland, Michigan, hosted by the Flint River Chapter in 2008. Saint Joseph is on the east side of Lake Michigan, and we were there in May, before the … [Read more...]
Cinco de Mayo – Hominy
Tomorrow, May 5th, Cinco de Mayo, is a day many schools and communities celebrate here in the U.S., as well as in Mexico. Often mistaken as Mexico’s celebration of independence, it actually is intended to celebrate the Battle of Puebla. It has, however, become more of a fun holiday that celebrates … [Read more...]
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