Monthly Archives: December 2012

Duck Quack Reprimand

Posted on December 30, 2012 by Mary Strong-Spaid

What? Where is our bread? You brought a camera instead? How thoughtless is that! Now…. Have you anything to say in your own defense before we quack you away? Yes, actually I do have something to say. You don’t need more … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Nature, photography, Poetry, wildlife | Tagged food | 45 Comments

Appreciating the Writer Within

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Mary Strong-Spaid

Since it is the end of the year 2012, I decided to make a little card in appreciation of all the wonderful bloggers that I have had the honor to meet this year through words and photos posted on WordPress. Because of you, … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Awards, photography, Writing | Tagged blogs | 10 Comments

Tasting Thoughts of Tea

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Mary Strong-Spaid

One pot contains tea leaves steeping in hot water; the other holds thought brewed in its own reflection. From which pot should you drink? Pour carefully, drink wisely! ~ms **This beautifully decorated tea set was given to me by sushi chef and … Continue reading →

Posted in Imagination, Philosophy, photography, Poetry, Writing | 15 Comments

Tree Reindeer

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Mary Strong-Spaid

A rotten old tree dead but still standing cold and riddled with holes, was brought back to life on a cold wintery night when….. Christmas creativity came wandering by with bells, two eyes, and a nose, pine branches and bows … Continue reading →

Posted in Humor, Imagination, Nature, photography, Poetry | Tagged Christmas | 42 Comments

Low-Tech Computer Screen Blockers

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Mary Strong-Spaid

When too much time is spent on the computer and other important aspects of life are being ignored, my low-tech computer screen blockers are automatically activated. They are highly effective! If I attempt to remove them from my desktop and … Continue reading →