Monthly Archives: June 2019

Mr. Rabbit Pays a Visit

Posted on June 28, 2019 by maryannniemczura

  In the garden corner, perches on hind legs; unmoving, watchful – what a find! Husband on front porch, phone now inclined, quietly takes photo unassigned. Poised to hop at slightest noise or movement; proves it can be sly; rabbit … Continue reading →

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Chuckling at My End of the Pond

Posted on June 21, 2019 by maryannniemczura

My Dad subscribed to the “screwdriver method” of removing dandelions. As a retiree caring for his Kentucky blue grass lawn in Colorado, he would grab a long screwdriver, sit in the yard and patiently and painstakingly push that screwdriver parallel … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts-born Poet: Katharine Lee Bates

Posted on June 14, 2019 by maryannniemczura

Today is Flag Day so as I hung our American flag from the front porch, I started to sing America the Beautiful and began to research the back story of the beautiful piece of music. Katharine Lee Bates was head … Continue reading →

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Happy Anniversary, Mom and Dad!

Posted on June 7, 2019 by maryannniemczura

In heaven now, I still recall my parents with fondness and love. Both great role models, it seems I sound just like them today! Incredible how advice and words roll off my tongue. This happens in most families I imagine. … Continue reading →

Posted in Boston University, family love, Pueblo, Colorado suburb Belmont, role models, Sturbridge, Massachusetts, wedding anniverssary | Tagged , , , , | 17 Comments