Tag Archives: Rural Life

First touch of Winter

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

The long drought has ended. Rain, day of rain have soaked the soil leaving us with a shortage of around nine inches more to make up for Gaia’s stinginess. What can one expect when there are hordes of misfits torturing … Continue reading →

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Floral lure

Posted on August 30, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

One of the flowers that attract both humming birds and butterflies is Buddleia, the butterfly bush. I planted fifty feet of them along the fence and they with a small place need pruning every year. there are many varieties, some … Continue reading →

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Late August Garden

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

The days are still hot with nights around 70° or a bit higher and the humidly chasing that up the scale. One never knows which will win that race; one only hopes it’s the AC that comes in first place. … Continue reading →

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The Little Patriot

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

When I made this photo I was taken by the enthusiasm of this kid, sitting off by himself, thoroughly enjoying the parade and his chance to join in the festivities. Every passing fire truck, band and marching unit was cause … Continue reading →

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The Sun peeping…

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

… through the leaves, causes the birds to chirp, the bees to hum, flowers to open and the dew to start to evaporate. However you have to be up, have your camera in hand and the omnipresent cup of coffee … Continue reading →

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The Vacation bump in the road

Posted on June 11, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

Do you remember those days as a kid… The day finally arrives when your vacation starts. Into the car, getting on the road and someone, don’t know who, told the Transportation Department that you were Leaving today taking this road … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day and Memories

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

Photo was taken on Rte 22A just south of Vergennes in June 2007. Some of you may be old enough to remember as kids, buying a roll or two of red, white and blue crepe paper with which we decorated … Continue reading →

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A pastel patch

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

Never miss a chance to brighten p an area that needs some color. It makes a difference when sitting in the afternoon, enjoying a beverage of choice, or the sunrise caffeine jolt some favor. I just purchased a set of … Continue reading →

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Just bathing in the sun

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

As the days go by these blooms will fade and the new ones now tightly furled and small will open up to take their place. I noticed out in the front of the house, the lavender is making its presence … Continue reading →

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A garden favorite

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Vermont Woodchuck

Any garden, flower bed or hanging basket that doesn’t have a selection of different colored Petunias, is just not a garden. A surfeit of colors makes this flower one that brightens up any border or porch. Easy to start from … Continue reading →

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