Category Archives: Seasons & Celebrations

Observations of the seasons, particular holidays and special days.

An Alaskan Blessing

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Mark Zeiger

Today is the new moon, which means it’s time to read another poem from Mary Oliver’s Twelve Moons. Today’s poem is A Blessing. As a calendar, this is the time of year when I expect a disconnect between what Ms. … Continue reading →

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March Arrives in Leonine Fashion

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Mark Zeiger

March has arrived in classic form in our part of Southeast Alaska. Unlike last year, the month’s “coming in” is distinctly leonine. The gales we’ve seen for many days now persist, and will continue through the rest of the week, … Continue reading →

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