Leaf Abscission (noun)* the act of cutting off; sudden termination. Botany. the normal separation of flowers, fruit, and leaves from plants. Leaves change color in a glorious display for only a short time, only to fall to the ground, dead. Trees lose their...
This season beckons walking outdoors. The nip in the air, the sweaters, hot cocoa and tea offer a feeling of warmth and coziness. Walking even a short distance renews the mind, speaks to the soul. I don’t walk nearly enough… with kids still in need of...
A friend posted this on her facebook status recently: ”I walked a mile with Pleasure;/ She chatted all the way;/ But left me none the wiser/ For all she had to say. I walked a mile with Sorrow,/ And ne’er a word said she;/ But, oh! The things I learned...
On Fridays, I often like to participate in a Five Minute Friday writing prompt over here at thegypsymama.com. Today’s prompt is “Ache”. *** GO A friend posted this on her facebook status yesterday: ”I walked a mile with Pleasure;/ She chatted...
“A fool is a wise man’s ladder” — South African Proverb I love reading proverbs from different parts of the world. It’s a fascinating look into different cultures. We are starting a new series on Proverbs on Sundays. Below are two verses...
