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Just Folks. Forsythia!

In keeping with our "Spring" theme, how
can we not comment about the gorgeous
forsythia blooming all over our East End towns?
We are in for a treat. Featuring Forsythia,
watercolor and commentary by Tina Folks.

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The smell of mint becomes the smell of love as the scent evokes a memory. A charming story by Ann Pogue.

The smell of mint becomes the smell of love as the scent evokes a memory. A charming story by Ann Pogue.

A Textbook Spashdown. The thrill of space travel, science, astronauts, and a textbook splashdown as depicted by Rob Navais, NASA commentator.

A Textbook Spashdown. The thrill of space travel, science, astronauts, and a textbook splashdown as depicted by Rob Navais, NASA commentator.

My Whole World. Episode 18. The End is Near. Three generations and a lifetime. Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

My Whole World. Episode 18. The End is Near. Three generations and a lifetime. Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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

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

Life.

Essays & Ideas

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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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Life. Enjoy the Ride.
Life. Enjoy the Ride.

The Promise of Spring.

Commentary on a lesson from Anthony Bourdain, to my thinking, one of the greats. By Sandra Novick.

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Three Wisdoms.
Three Wisdoms.

Three Wisdoms. 

Why do older people often have a greater sense of well-being than their younger counterparts? Arthur Brooks has a few life hacks that will make us feel better, no matter our age.

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Explore Conversations About Life
Explore Conversations About Life

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Featured Artists and Commentary

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Explore Art + Conversation

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
My Whole World. Episode 18.
My Whole World. Episode 18.

The End is Near.

Three generations and a lifetime converge. It’s a sweet homecoming. Historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo.

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A Memory.
A Memory.

The Smell of Love.

“With ignorance and earnestness, she killed every plant she tried to grow, but she couldn’t stop mint from thriving.” By Ann Pogue.

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The Flirt.
The Flirt.

A Short Story by Ann Pogue.

Set in an Ethiopian restaurant, The Flirt is not much about Ethiopian food, rather a master class in advanced flirting. A beautifully written story. You can feel the rhythm of it.

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Explore Stories
Explore Stories

Food.

Recipes, Restaurants & More

Food
Hummingbird Recipe. Banana Bread.
Hummingbird Recipe. Banana Bread.

Hummingbird Recipe. Banana Bread

Don’t throw away those bananas! A recipe passed down by two incredible Moms. By Sandra Novick.

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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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Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake
Chocolate Applesauce Loaf Cake

A Childhood Favorite

Moist, chocolatey, and delicious, with no eggs or dairy! Dress it up, or serve simple and easy. Recipe from Sandra Novick.

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Not For Foodies Only
Not For Foodies Only

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Little Gems

Hummingbird Weekly Quote, Book Reviews, Poetry, Travel & Information that Delights

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Explore Little Gems
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