Nature
Chrysanthemum
As the leaves of the trees begin to don their autumn colors, storefronts burst with a dazzling array of chrysanthemums. In Japan, the ninth day of the ninth month is celebrated as the Chrysanthemum Festival, with this stunning flower serving as the emblem of the Emperor and the Imperial Family. While Japan is renowned for […]
Chip in boots
A chipmunk scurried up to a boot-shaped cup filled with sunflower seeds. After carefully surveying the surroundings to ensure no one was watching, it leapt onto the boot, skillfully hooking its hind legs over the edge. The chipmunk eagerly stuffed its cheeks with the seeds inside, so absorbed in its feast that it seemed to […]
A Sunrise Run Along Moncton’s Chocolate River
During my visit to Moncton, NB for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, I went for a run at 5:30 am. The stunning view of the Peticodiac River, also known as the “Chocolate River,” took my breath away. The sunrise over the river was so beautiful that I had to stop running to fully take in […]
My New Furry Neighbor
Finally spotted this creature living in our backyard hill. So, it was this little one who kept creating mounds of sand no matter how much I cleaned up. Still half-asleep, it didn’t notice me and came out of its hole. Little groundhog! It was fascinating to see it up close. I wonder how many more […]
The Rhubarb
Three years after transplanting, the rhubarb finally bloomed this year, a sight I had never witnessed before. Intrigued, I delved into the topic and found that many suggested removing the flowers to prevent the plant from diverting its energy and weakening. So, Sam took the bold step of cutting them from the root. While uncertain […]