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Mornings at Blackwater Pond. A poem by
Mary Oliver that encourages us to follow
our passions, to live life, and to become the
person we choose to be. A message full
of hope and encouragement for us all.

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“Hope” is the thing with feathers by Emily Dickinson. Hope is “perched in our soul—” A beautiful and classic poem.

“Hope” is the thing with feathers by Emily Dickinson. Hope is “perched in our soul—” A beautiful and classic poem.

GENIUS! The MacArthur Foundation 2026 “Genius” Grants. Something to be super happy, proud, and hopeful about. This is really great!

GENIUS! The MacArthur Foundation 2026 “Genius” Grants. Something to be super happy, proud, and hopeful about. This is really great!

Hummingbird Recipe. With apples of all kinds available... Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake. Taste tested. We warn you…home-style deliciousness overload.

Hummingbird Recipe. With apples of all kinds available... Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake. Taste tested. We warn you…home-style deliciousness overload.

Down 2 Games to 0. A Really Rough Night. Quote from Aaron Boone, Manager, NY Yankees, after the Yankees lose games 1 & 2 to the Tampa Bay Rays.

Down 2 Games to 0. A Really Rough Night. Quote from Aaron Boone, Manager, NY Yankees, after the Yankees lose games 1 & 2 to the Tampa Bay Rays.

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GENIUS!
GENIUS!

The MacArthur Foundation 2026 “Genius” Grants.

Something to be super happy, proud, and hopeful about. Did you ever hear of the MacArthur Foundation “Genius” Grants? This is really great!

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In Praise of Mallomars
In Praise of Mallomars

There are cookies, and then there are Mallomars. 

“I don’t mean I vaguely prefer them to some other cookies. I mean I have an actual affection for Mallomars.” There is some serious brand loyalty going on here! Click thru for the skinny.

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September 11, 2001. We Will Never Forget.
September 11, 2001. We Will Never Forget.

25 Years. Still Our Hearts Ache.

We Will Never Forget...You. Poignant and heart wrenching words from Catherine Hernandez in 2008. So much of our country's story is told here. Indeed, we must never forget.

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North Fork - Brooklyn - Sag Harbor

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North Fork

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Sag Harbor

Sag Harbor

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Still Riding Horses.
Still Riding Horses.

A Living Legacy. Episode 1.

The Strong Family saga continues after Jacob’s death. A heartbroken family picks up the pieces. Original historical fiction by Mary Ann DiLorenzo. Still Riding Horses is Dusty Town Series 7.

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SOLID WALLS
SOLID WALLS

Walls That Were Meant to Protect

What was inside the walls was a life that was quite different than it appeared. A story about life in post WWII Germany. By Helene Munson.

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Life Short. It Was A Moment
Life Short. It Was A Moment

A Moment in Time

The ring. It captured the moments, both back then, and again, after. A LIfe Short that says it all by Lynda Bernard.

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Hummingbird Recipe. Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake.
Hummingbird Recipe. Lagita’s Quick Apple Cake.

Quick & Easy Apple Cake

A favorite, tried and true recipe. With apples of all kinds available… apple cake! We warn you…home-style deliciousness overload.

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Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies
Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Cookies

Somehow I forgot about this recipe! Delicious, and somewhat healthy, I love having a batch on hand so I can grab one along with my resident barista prepared espresso in the morning. Am I feeling spoiled? You bet I am!

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Hummingbird Recipe. Fresh 30 MinuteTomato Sauce With Herbs
Hummingbird Recipe. Fresh 30 MinuteTomato Sauce With Herbs

Pasta with Fresh Local Tomato Sauce and Fresh Herbs

Seize the time for local fresh tomatoes! A delicious, no fail recipe that brings forth East End summer deliciousness… in 30 minutes. New recipe from Sandra Novick. Buon appetito!

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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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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