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What is it About Raspberries?

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Climbing Downhill

Is it their unique, sweet taste? Is it the familiar crunching of their seeds between your teeth? Is it the way their grid sections form together into a fascinating dome shape? Is it the hole inside of them that is … Continue reading →

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St. Patrick’s Day Trip to the Past

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Climbing Downhill

On St. Patrick’s Day, there are plenty of images of leprechauns, pots of gold and shamrocks.  Shamrocks look a lot like clover, and the image of clover brings a warm memory to mind. When my sister and I were kids, … Continue reading →

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It Stood the Test of Time

Posted on July 26, 2014 by Climbing Downhill

While visiting my mother-in-law, she brought out a gift she had received years ago from my oldest son.   I was surprised how well it had aged.  He is 27 now.  It was sweet that she kept it.  I had forgotten all … Continue reading →

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Aunt Freda and the Magic Attic

Posted on September 1, 2013 by Climbing Downhill

I was just 4 1/2 years old when she died, but I remember my mom’s Aunt Freda.  Without pictures, I likely wouldn’t remember what she looked like, but even without pictures, I certainly remember what it felt like to be near … Continue reading →

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