Monthly Archives: February 2018

Paper cranes

Posted on February 25, 2018 by Jay McLaughlin

25 February, 2018            Paper cranes It’s a “paper crane.” Not an “origami swan.” The reason for the distinction currently escapes me, but I’ll figure it out. These caught my eye on Wednesday morning around 8:00 at … Continue reading →

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February is the new March

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Jay McLaughlin

18 February, 2018            February is the new March Happy Birthday Sheila! Today is my sister Sheila’s birthday. Mackey and Turner and Yuki and I texted her birthday greetings from the river this morning. This was the … Continue reading →

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Short and primarily sweet

Posted on February 11, 2018 by Jay McLaughlin

11 February, 2018            Short and primarily sweet Short because it’s getting late and Evelyn and I just got home from a long and excellent weekend with family in Blacksburg and Charlottesville. Virginia. Primarily sweet rather than … Continue reading →

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There is no full moon in February!

Posted on February 4, 2018 by Jay McLaughlin

4 February, 2018            There is no full moon in February! Who even knew? It can only happen in February. Talk about “learn something new every day.” Back to that in a paragraph or two. Here’s something … Continue reading →

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