Monthly Archives: April 2017

Detours, Closures, Local Traffic Only

Posted on April 28, 2017 by maryannniemczura

Warm weather and road work go hand in hand. Last fall I noticed a digital sign which mentioned bridge work along a major thoroughfare. But it never came to fruition that I could see. Today’s warm weather invited me to … Continue reading →

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Thank You, Mom!

Posted on April 21, 2017 by maryannniemczura

Each April brings reminders of her. I was preparing for my second Fulbright teaching exchange to the former East Berlin. My mother died April 26, 1994, in Colorado so I flew out for the funeral and to help in close … Continue reading →

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Almost

Posted on April 14, 2017 by maryannniemczura

  Almost warm enough Almost time for planting Almost time to put out house plants Almost time to put seeds in Almost – but not quite Almost no more frost Almost but not too soon Almost time for hanging baskets … Continue reading →

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Eleanor and Hank

Posted on April 7, 2017 by maryannniemczura

My Aunt Eleanor and Uncle Hank moved to California before we moved to Colorado. It was always difficult to visit, but we managed a trip to California.  They were amazing people, both over 6′ tall and builders.  Some folks build … Continue reading →

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