Monthly Archives: September 2012

Zucchaloupe

Posted on September 29, 2012 by daeja's view

Speaking of compost, some strange things manifested in my garden this year.  I did not plant them, but a couple of random squash vines grew unbidden amongst the tomato plants.   All I can think is that they must have been … Continue reading →

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Whole Earth

Posted on September 28, 2012 by daeja's view

There was a time when The Whole Earth Catalog, published by Stewart Brand, was my bible.  It was the portal to resources on how I wanted to live, how I wished I could live, how I intended to live – … Continue reading →

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Taking the Birthday Week

Posted on September 24, 2012 by daeja's view

It was the first birthday after a potentially life threatening and definitely life-altering illness, where the concept and approach to birthdays changed. I was never one for making a big deal about my birthday.  I think I was maybe eight … Continue reading →

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The Light Has Changed

Posted on September 20, 2012 by daeja's view

The light has changed.  There is a perceptible glow that heralds the arrival of Autumn.  It is moody and wistful, filled with wishes, yearnings and memories.  The sky becomes an achingly beautiful blue, or a moody, layered steel, or glows.  … Continue reading →

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