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Picture a Day #317 – The Bluebird of Happiness

Posted on November 20, 2012 by joanienaz

I very much enjoyed my bird walk around the cabin early yesterday morning. The clouds parted and let enough sunlight through that a festival of birds careened about the landscape. I have been working on my National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) novel, … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #316 – Tracking a Towhee

Posted on November 19, 2012 by joanienaz

I followed this Rufous-sided Towhee around the yard, taking pictures of other birds as it eluded me. At long last it came out of the bush where it had taken refuge with its pals, and I got this shot of … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #315 – Rooftop Visitor

Posted on November 18, 2012 by joanienaz

No, it’s not an early visit from Santa. It’s a Black Phoebe, hanging out on the neighbor’s roof, looking for a meal after the last storm.

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Picture a Day #314 – Between the Storms

Posted on November 18, 2012 by joanienaz

In between storm #2 and storm #3 this weekend in the Sierra foothills of northern California, I went outside to stretch my legs, and the birds were going nuts. This Song sparrow was the first shot I captured, but it … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #313 – Search for the Perfect Cookie Recipe

Posted on November 16, 2012 by joanienaz

My test kitchen has been the site of numerous recipe variations, searching for the perfect (in my humble opinion) oatmeal cookie. Today I produced another one. I do not use fancy gadgets. I am old school. I use wholesome ingredients … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #305 – November Clouds

Posted on November 8, 2012 by joanienaz

Often there is a break in the weather at sunset. Here is the view from where I watch the clouds.

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Picture a Day #302 – Falling Back to Summer

Posted on November 5, 2012 by joanienaz

Yesterday Californians “fell back” to Pacific Standard Time. Today we fell back further, from the middle of Fall to summer weather. It won’t last. Another cold front is on its way, and as the East Coast prepares to be slammed once more, … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #300 – Not Another Oatmeal Cookie Recipe!

Posted on November 3, 2012 by joanienaz

OK, so I have a thing for oatmeal cookies. Someday I will write a cookbook full of oatmeal cookie recipes. For now, add this one to the list. Carrot Pineapple Oatmeal Cookies Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly … Continue reading →

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Picture a Day #293 – Neighborhood Giants Fan

Posted on October 27, 2012 by joanienaz

Giants fans are everywhere! Here is some driveway art from my neighborhood.

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Picture a Day #291 – Apple Muffins for a Blustery Day

Posted on October 25, 2012 by joanienaz

When you are wrapped in your warmest fuzzies against the first cold storm of the season, it must be time for golden muffins fresh from the oven. What better way to celebrate apple season than with apple muffins? If you happen to … Continue reading →

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