Category Archives: environment

The March Wind

Posted on March 5, 2017 by poemsandponderings

As a “tribute” to the winds of March that blustered and bullied us here in New England this past weekend.. The March Wind Tis the lion’s roar we feel this day as the March wind so bitterly bears the freeze … Continue reading →

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Winter In New England

Posted on February 9, 2015 by poemsandponderings

     In case you haven’t heard, we are having one heck of a winter here in New England and that’s just in the past two weeks, give or take a day or two. Foot upon foot of the white … Continue reading →

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Halo ‘Round The Moon

Posted on November 6, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     The full moon is upon us and with a halo sends a warning! Be wary my friends, of strange birds and the howling wind.      Not all winds are fair nor foul,      just ask the wolf … Continue reading →

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Visitors On The Lawn

Posted on October 4, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     With the onset of Autumn many of nature’s creatures are and will be looking for sustenance to survive the winter’s long duration. I invite your comments.. Have a superb weekend everyone, Jake. Visitors On The Lawn Oh, they … Continue reading →

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The Farmer’s Almanac In Haiku

Posted on October 2, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     ‘And now for something completely different’* “The Farmer’s Almanac in Haiku.”   Try these on for size a somewhat different view of the Almanac. ………………………………… Please enjoy, and comment. Jake. The Farmer’s Almanac In Haiku Some predictions come from … Continue reading →

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Two Shades Of Green

Posted on August 14, 2014 by poemsandponderings

    With all of the talk and/or legislation involving restrictions on coal, oil drilling, fracking and other types of mining, on oil and natural gas pipelines, while offering environmental protection for every conceivable plant, animal and insect, we have … Continue reading →

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Reflections

Posted on February 13, 2014 by poemsandponderings

     As I sit and watch the snowfall, for what seems like the hundredth time this season, I keep wondering when winter will ease its grip? And then I realize how fickle the seasons can be, and that only … Continue reading →

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A Crisp Return

Posted on October 22, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     With the forecast for the opening games of the World Series here in Boston expected to be in the low to mid-forty degree (ƒ) range, a crisp will indeed return to New England. So here is a reminder … Continue reading →

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Nursery Rhymes And Fairy Tales Revisited (part 6)

Posted on October 18, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     This little gem is a reissue of an original of mine, with some minor editing involved. All of you animal lovers, lawn lovers, and anti-pick-up the poop in plastic bag lovers, will probably be at odds over this … Continue reading →

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Wind Chimes

Posted on June 19, 2013 by poemsandponderings

     Summer is upon us and the time for appreciating the outdoors is here once again. Imagine the warm, soft, breezes tickling the wind chimes while you sit back and enjoy your beverage of choice. Ah, life is good. Have … Continue reading →

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