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Let me ‘splain…no, there is too much
So…I blogged on January 1st with the intention to blog again on January 2nd. Today is January 6th; I missed a few days. Here’s what happened: January 2nd: Hang on…I have to consult my calendar to see what we had on the agenda for that day because I don’t immediately recall anything prior to the…
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Our visit to Mt. Cheaha
Two of our children are taking Alabama History this year, and we’ve taken a few field trips for hands-on learning about our beautiful state. One of our trips was a visit to Alabama’s highest point, Mt. Cheaha. I had not visited Mt. Cheaha since I was a little girl, so I was excited to get…
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Even the memory releases tension
Exactly one week ago, I was sitting on the banks of the Sipsey River beneath a cloudless sky filled with stars so bright I didn’t need the aid of a flashlight. Silver undersides of dried Mountain Magnolia leaves reflected the moonlight, nature’s nightlights scattered on the forest floor. Every few minutes, lightning lit the sky…
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Friday Photo
Recently, the kids and I visited the Birmingham Museum of Art. In the 14th century room, we found several examples of Madonna and Child. Each panel featured a bird in the baby’s hand. I was disappointed that the museum didn’t have any information that explained why the artists painted birds in the hand of the…
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Photos from another camping trip
I am home from another camping trip and have a few pictures to share. Camping has quickly become one of my favorite things. A thick layer of leaves covered the ground. Friday night, I enjoyed a cloudless sky. I opened my tent Saturday morning to this sunrise. I have an opportunity to backpack one weekend…
Leslie Wiggins 