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Hummingbird Featured Poem

“Hope” is the thing with feathers by
Emily Dickinson. Hope is perched in our soul—
Dickinson deftly uses a bird as a metaphor
for hope in this beautiful and classic poem.

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Just Folks. SPRING PEEPS! A taste of nostalgia cropping up every season with the crocuses! Watercolor by Tina Folks.

Just Folks. SPRING PEEPS! A taste of nostalgia cropping up every season with the crocuses! Watercolor by Tina Folks.

Few flowers say Spring and Easter more that calla lilies. Featuring “Calla Lillies in Florence” by Alex Ferrone.

Few flowers say Spring and Easter more that calla lilies. Featuring “Calla Lillies in Florence” by Alex Ferrone.

Easter Brunch. Ina Garten's French Toast Bread Pudding. Decadent & Delicious! Mimosas or Bellinis are recommended.

Easter Brunch. Ina Garten's French Toast Bread Pudding. Decadent & Delicious! Mimosas or Bellinis are recommended.

Pope Francis. In Memoriam. A Loss for the Catholic Church and the World. Quotes from Cardinal Kevin Farrell and Pope Francis.

Pope Francis. In Memoriam. A Loss for the Catholic Church and the World. Quotes from Cardinal Kevin Farrell and Pope Francis.

Life.

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A Birthday Vignette.
A Birthday Vignette.

The trifecta of birthdays.

Birthdays, birthdays, bring them on. Let us eat cake.  Indeed.  By Lynda Bernard

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Hope.
Hope.

Early Spring Has It All

Hope. This is going to be the year. In early Spring, we feel hopeful in the garden, and in life. By Angela Rieck.

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Jeffrey L. Reiner
Jeffrey L. Reiner

Jeffrey L. Reiner. In Memory.

Our kind, smart, generous, and extremely funny Rock of Gibraltar. Jeff played an important part in my life. By Sandra Novick.

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Featured Artists and Commentary

North Fork - Brooklyn - Sag Harbor

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North Fork

North Fork

Brooklyn

Brooklyn

Sag Harbor

Sag Harbor

Stories.

Fiction, Essays, Series & New Writers

Stories
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Thinking Better of It. Episode 15
Jacob reveals his mission and his extraordinary accomplishment. But there is more to the story… An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Just Like He Said He Would. Episode 14.

With his mission completed, Jacob makes his way back to the people he loves. He is anxious to share his secret with them… and with us. An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore
Even If They Don't Ride Horses Anymore

Getting Ready to Go Home Again. Episode 13.

Jacob is getting closer to completing the “mission” that called him away. And, getting ready to make his way home. An historical fiction series by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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Food.

Recipes, Restaurants & More

Food
Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Ina Garten’s French Toast Bread Pudding

All were in agreement that it was likely the best and most decadently delicious brunch EVER!

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Lamb with Mint BBQ Sauce.

A new take on a traditional dinner. Grilled or roasted lamb, spicy and minty! Recipe by Jay Miller.

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Sweet Chili/Lemon-Butter Salmon with Potatoes and Asparagus

A dish that is special enough for guests, yet easy enough for any night of the week. “Serve drizzled with the pan sauce and fresh crusty bread.” Recipe by Jay Miller.

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Hummingbird Recipe
Hummingbird Recipe

Lydia’s Buttermilk Pancakes

An original recipe passed through the generations, the lightest, most delicious pancakes you will ever eat!

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Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

Hummingbird Weekly Quote 2024 Edition

The Midnight Feast. A mystery/thriller by Lucy Foley. "Opening Night" of a sumptuous resort. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

The Midnight Feast. A mystery/thriller by Lucy Foley. "Opening Night" of a sumptuous resort. Review by Carol Lichtenbaum.

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Featured Poem: Symptom Recital by Dorothy Parker. Curated by Lynda Bernard

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Travel Series: Dublin at a Glance. Travel Guide: Sarah Ehrenson

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick

Afternoon Reflection. Post 22. A Series by Barry Novick