Sparkling like tiny diamonds morning dew clings to the azalea’s forest green leaves, also adding glitter to the rhododendron and yews. A sun-warmed breeze greets me as I step out onto the front porch. Inhaling the grassy scent of a new day, I watch my houseplants sway lazily on porch hooks, no doubt enjoying their […]
Ever wonder how and when the mischief and reverie of October 31 got its start? Halloween, along with some other modern-day celebrations and holidays, is rooted in ancient traditions and customs, specifically the Celtic festival of Samhain. The origin of Halloween can be traced to the Celtic peoples who settled in Britain and central Europe
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Thankfully, the humidity of the past week had dissipated by the Saturday I showed up to my first session of community oyster gardening. Gloves in hand, I and 11 other volunteers were ready to start this new adventure. Martha, the program manager, described what we’d be doing over the next hour or so. Sunlight lit
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Who doesn’t love the sight of a full moon? Countless poems, songs, and myths attest to Sister Moon’s power to enchant and inspire romantic notions. On the practical side, the moon’s silvery glow has long been a guiding light for travelers, whether over land or at sea. Tonight, she will not only be full, but
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