Regeneration

The April winds were raging on Madeline Island during our recent stay. They were reminiscent of the 71 mph blast that Katie and I experienced on our second overnight there in 2012. They were both frightening and exciting at the same time, an infrequent wind-tunnel experience and a thrilling display of Nature. I remained primarily …

It Takes A Licking But Keeps On Ticking*

Happy Earth Day! I am celebrating by setting out some plants that we had kept dormant over the winter, setting up the bird bath and replenishing all of our bird feeders. I'm even allowing the deer to rest and snack in our yard, an act of hospitality which I don't always permit. But my heart …