Category Archives: minnesota life

CHAOS REIGNED

Posted on March 7, 2016 by snowbirdredux

This was my first caucus. It may be my last. In California we held primaries and I recall always thinking how patriotically engaging it must be to actively participate in the democratic process like some states do. I was raised … Continue reading →

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SURVIVING NATURE

Posted on January 23, 2016 by snowbirdredux

We have a “movie club” with friends, going as a group to chosen, anticipated films and returning to someone’s house afterwards for food, drink, comaraderie and conversation. Unfortunately in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, there are limited choices at the Westridge Mall … Continue reading →

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MISTER AND MISSUS

Posted on September 30, 2014 by snowbirdredux

One morning just before dawn I was awakened by popping sounds. Three. And then four. A pause. Two more. It went on throughout first light, coming from all directions. I laid very still, awake now, focusing and straining to hear … Continue reading →

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MINNESOTA DIRECTIONS

Posted on May 6, 2014 by snowbirdredux

After reading James Liliks’ Sunday column in the Star Tribune, I had to chuckle because he aptly synced-in with a major observation of mine. In writing about why Minnesotans decide to leave this state, the first thing on his list … Continue reading →

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HERITAGE – A TRIBUTE

Posted on March 5, 2014 by snowbirdredux

My Fergus Falls Writers Group (of which I am the noted and most highly enthusiastic groupie) is for people who are writing for profit as well as passion, and the gathering serves as a combination editing, critique team/cheering section. I … Continue reading →

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THE WINTER OF MY DISCONTENT

Posted on January 27, 2014 by snowbirdredux

  In the past I’ve written about “the wonder of wafting flakes, the cushy clumps of white upon the evergreens, the comfort of saying the word, “brrrr” as I peek outside, simultaneously rubbing my hands together as I smell the … Continue reading →

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X MARKS THE SPOT

Posted on August 22, 2013 by snowbirdredux

  We have officially been marked. Branded. Condemned.       And along with the shocking scarlet letter, we received an official communication from the city of Fergus Falls, MN which notified us that the Tree Inspector had made his … Continue reading →

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LIFE AND DEATH IN THE GARDEN

Posted on August 12, 2013 by snowbirdredux

  In the midst of coffee and morning paper there was a sudden, sickening WHAM against the window. We have come to know that heart-rending sound too well, having picked up limp, broken bird bodies from time to time, and … Continue reading →

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HEART’S DESIRE

Posted on July 27, 2013 by snowbirdredux

I just took in my first two teensy Juliet grape tomatoes and cut two smallish heads of broccoli. T.M. has been picking the basil – Sweet, Marseille and  Cardinal. It’s been a long season of waiting and watching for gardeners … Continue reading →

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BLOOD, SWEAT AND TEARS

Posted on July 19, 2013 by snowbirdredux

  We went through the Minnesota cold, snow and sleet with barely a whimper. No Problem. But bring on the mosquitos and humidity and we’re suddenly dreaming fondly of salty breezes wafting off the Pacific Ocean. Please.       … Continue reading →

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