Today, Michael and I went to pick strawberries. Southern Maryland is picking now – most places in western Maryland will be opening for picking next weekend or the weekend after. Shlagel Farms is open now, and is very accessible in Waldorf, MD. You’ll drive by their calves and cows, heading down towards the greenhouse and [...]
Today, Michael and I woke up at the butt-crack of rain to head out to the Farmer’s Market at Harry S Truman Parkway and Riva Road. We had a few reasons to head out: 1. To see what sort of produce they had so early in the season. 2. To find some sort of preserves [...]
I’ve been craving a good swim in the ocean. Longing for the sun and the beach, if only because sand, sun and saltwater feel great on the hives I get due to my allergies. A lot of the local beaches on the bay don’t open until May, and the ocean is a couple hours away. [...]
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Since I began my walks outside at work, and around the neighborhood, I’ve worked hard at identifying birds I can’t get a great look at. It can be challenging, depending on the light and angle to get a good eyeful of color, markings, etc. One can’t rely on body-shape, flight pattern and habitat alone, at [...]
I’ve mentioned before the terrapins and eels in the lobby of my work. Well, what I’ve referred to as “the courtyard” is the Tawes Garden. This is a 5-acre plot pretty much in downtown Annapolis that recreates the varied terrains of Maryland. Western Maryland has tall trees and all sorts of forest-y ground-growth. Southern Maryland [...]
Since I got my amazing binoculars, I’ve been keeping my eyes open. I’m going to list some birds I have seen, but first comment on a few sightings. Most Remarkable Sighting: Bald Eagle, seen at Lake Louise in Crofton, MD. There is no mistaking a bald eagle – they’re huge, brown wings and white heads [...]
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This morning, Michael and I had fresh bread because we programmed my new birthday bread-maker last night. It made one totally money piece of bread – the crust is chewy and flaky and the bread itself is light and airy. A picture for you: Then we headed to the Department of Agriculture’s Open House. They [...]
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Today, Michael and I headed up to Cunningham Falls State Park to see the maple syrup exhibition. There was a suggested donation of two dollars for an adult, one dollar for a child. On the drive to the park, you pass through Catoctin National Forest, and a stream runs by the side of the road. [...]
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Annapolis Restaurant week starts this coming Sunday, March 9 until Friday, March 14. The lunch meal includes 2 courses (you choose an appetizer or dessert) for $10.95 and the Dinner meal is 3 courses (includes both an appetizer and a dessert) for $26.95. I live around and work in Annapolis, and have attended some of [...]
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Today, Michael and I headed into Washington, DC to see Chicago 10 the movie (reviews forthcoming) and visit the Museum of Natural History to see the butterflies and plants exhibit. We paid 6 dollars for the pleasure of viewing the exhibit, another 2 for the pleasure of ordering them online and another 1.25 in surcharges. [...]
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