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Friday, December 19, 2014

What Saved "Little Darling"?

From The Startling Intelligence of the Common Chicken - Scientific American: "Few people think about the chicken as intelligent, however. In recent years, though, scientists have learned that this bird can be deceptive and cunning, that it possesses communication skills on par with those of some... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, December 18, 2014

"Little Darling"

A lovely snow fell last night. It began somewhere around midnight with a fluffy white vengeance. It quickly covered the ground, the trees, the cars, and turned our world into a beautiful Christmas card scene. I hadn't yet gone to bed when I noticed the silent transformation from drab to purest... Sign in to see full entry.

Monday, December 15, 2014

The Non-Post

"What's wrong with your hand?" "I stumbled and fell on my horologe, and it wasn't the best time....for either of us." ~ Son #1 I've been avoiding the PC. There is a reason for that. I think I have been taken over by the "body snatchers" who must have invaded while I was sleeping. When it comes time... Sign in to see full entry.

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Long Ago & Far Away

Homemade Christmas gifts--I've always loved them, loved receiving them, loved making them, loved giving them. But in recent years, I've fallen down on doing it up right. I think about it, plan for it, but I just don't seem to get it done. I seem to have lost my get up and go as far as productivity... Sign in to see full entry.

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

How Early Is Early

"I dread the floor in all ways except walking. From cleaning it to getting up off of it, it’s very intimidating." ~ Nila I don't think I know anyone over 50 who can get up from the floor without using their hands. Are there any? ~ Jan I have no chance, no chance at all. ~ Jo I'm only 52 and I can't... Sign in to see full entry.

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