I remember when I had to read a map and write out the road directions to my destination. I wasn’t curious if I knew anyone else on the same road or path. I couldn’t imagine a world that cared to search for my whereabouts. My concerns were minimal: To arrive safely and on time. In the early ...

Blueberry season is my family’s favorite time of year, whether foraging wild blueberries or going to the U-Pick Blueberries in Vermontville. We recently had some wild blueberry picking experiences that have me researching how much sanitizing a tiny piece of fruit will take so I don’t become ...

I’ve often thought of the absurdity of “calling dibs,” as if saying the phrase exerts a claim of ownership over an object. I’ve used the term, and my children have certainly attached dibs to many passenger seat rides. In our house, the phrase is interchangeable with “shotgun,” and ...

I’ve been battling invasive plants in my yard since we moved into the place. Some plants I’ve managed to maintain while trying to eradicate the others. Like any house or property, everything is a matter of priority. My latest misery is the introduction of creeping bellflower to my garden. ...

We get occasional thunder and lightning in the Adirondacks, but this isn’t anything like the Midwest. One friend used to tell me his dating ritual was to bring his date to watch the thunder and lightning roll over the plains while sitting on the hood of his car. I question his sanity then and ...

Recently there was a horrific accident involving young people in our community. Sadly, these occurrences are not new or unusual. I wasn’t sure if my thoughts were necessary or helpful. I’m not here to comment on the why. It is awful and heart-wrenching. I don’t know anyone involved, but I ...