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10/11/2021: A Fellowship Call

Posted on October 20, 2021 by maryangelis

“Good Morning!” said the hearty warm voice of Colleague T. when I answered the phone. “In a few minutes I’ll be at Friends Bench. Can’t wait to see you!” I sat with phone in hand, blinking stupidly at my computer … Continue reading →

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10/10/2021: Adventure with Acorns

Posted on October 10, 2021 by maryangelis

Big disclaimer again: There are plenty of ways to safely and efficiently process acorns. Consult the experts. Don’t imitate somebody who is just bumbling around.  In our earlier episode, I gathered about 2 cups of perfectly fresh sound fallen acorns … Continue reading →

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10/9/20: Fennel. Or, Keeping Up With the Wings

Posted on October 9, 2021 by maryangelis

Big safety warning here, about fennel and everything else: This is an entertainment blog by a writer who rarely leaves the sidewalk and can only identify two kinds of lettuce. There are plenty of competent plant books out there. Study … Continue reading →

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10/3/2021: Memorial Service, Neighborhood Style

Posted on October 6, 2021 by maryangelis

The Memorial Service for Neighbor G. was on Sunday. At the local grocery I bought the universally popular party pack of choco-chip cookies, then put on Neighbor D’s sleek black classic dress and headed uphill to the barbecue area. It … Continue reading →

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Neighbors, 9.27.21

Posted on September 27, 2021 by maryangelis

Yesterday I ironed a clean shirt for Neighbor D. She saw me wearing it recently and said “Ooh, nice shirt. Can I have it?” She was joking, but I washed and ironed and wrapped it with a note on her … Continue reading →

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White Oak Acorns 9.25.21

Posted on September 25, 2021 by maryangelis

Warning: this post is for entertainment purposes only. There are plenty of published experts out there if you want to read up on working with acorns. Do not stake your health or pantry on the adventures of a foreign language … Continue reading →

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9.12.21: Grapes

Posted on September 12, 2021 by maryangelis

Red table grapes, sweet as honey and shining with health, grow ten blocks away. They’re growing up the garage fence at my favorite house. It’s a little bungalow built in 1925. The owner died many years ago. The house is … Continue reading →

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8.11.21: The Great Dracaena Caper

Posted on September 1, 2021 by maryangelis

Scene 1. Internal morning monologue, Mary’s mind: Off to work.  It’s a hot and sunny day. We’re in for a three day heat wave, clear sky and soaring temperatures. Better get to the office and settle in good and early. … Continue reading →

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8/5/21: A Distinguished Guest from Moscow (Почётный гость из Москвы), 1998

Posted on August 5, 2021 by maryangelis

The ladies were coming to tea. My new neighbors were highly educated cultured women 70 years of age or so, with eventful lives and wonderful stories to tell. Lydia was from New England. Aliona came from Moscow. Both were staunch … Continue reading →

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7/29: Carry a Tune for Us

Posted on July 29, 2021 by maryangelis

Oral surgeons know all about these things, and before letting me out of the chair last Thursday mine really laid down an extra rule for me: “NO singing! For two weeks at LEAST.” Oh gee. It’s been discouraging. But times … Continue reading →

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