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Kites On Ice, Smiles From Madison’s Yesterday
I looked out at the huge expanse of open water on Lake Monona today and thought immediately of rich memories from two decades ago, when winter’s magic froze the water, and the sky was filled with colorful kites from around the world. (Before venturing further, I want to note Clean Lakes Alliance will have Kites Continue reading
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The Old Farmer’s Almanac Still Shapes Us
For all the chaos and turbulence that blast their way into our lives, some constant mainstays continually comfort us and remind us that not everything needs to be upended. A few weeks ago, James and I bought the latest edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, that humble, yellow-jacketed companion of what is described as a Continue reading
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Letter From Home: “Embracing The Seasonal Change” Late Summer 2025
Over the past several weeks, Madison has been gripped by intense heat and humidity. The air has hung heavy, leaving people listless and wondering—especially as runners pass by our homes, glistening with sweat—how do they do it? These were the days when even the faintest breeze brought relief, and we could only imagine the bracing Continue reading
Caffeinated Politics 