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The new year is off to a fine start around my place. In the past few days, I have been delighted to see yellow-rumped warblers, fondly called “butter-butts” by some folks. I’ve also seen ladder-backed and golden-fronted woodpeckers. All were attracted by a hanging block of suet – peanut variety.
Above, Thai Thai Cafe's green curry, which came with chicken, carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas, onion, basil, bamboo shoots all mixed with green curry and coconut milk. Below, Thai Thai Cafe's broccoli and beef — a heaping serving of beef, broccoli, carrots, onions, fried rice and a spring roll. Daily Record photos by Lance Winter & Nick Castillo
I’ve often touted Thai food being superior to traditional Chinese food.
M. Ray Perryman
The Census Bureau recently released population estimates by state for the period from July 2020 to July 2021. The total US population scarcely changed, but there were seismic regional shifts.
Clue director Bridget Farias-Gates
The Cover of Life director, Tracy Arnold
#3 I Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change director Milton Zoth. Submitted photos
Following a year of outdoor, socially-distanced and live streamed performances, The Wimberley Players have announced another season of shows for 2022.
A John James Audubon print of a magpie in flight. Photo by Celeste Hollister
One of the most revered names in birding would have to be John James Audubon. Today, there are numerous birding societies and a national magazine named in his honor.
Giclée Print 9 of 28 by Bill Hutson. Photo by M. Mesa
Oba II by Bill Hutson. Photo submitted by The Price Center
In the dense early fog of Dec. 1, as Sights and Sounds prepared for its first night, a small truck — Atelier 4 — arrived at the San Marcos Art Space in downtown San Marcos, a stop along their coast to coast delivery route.
Copper Canyon Daisies are perfect for pollinators. Photos by Norman Winter
At the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, it was the Copper Canyon daisy that was guaranteed to put all visitors under a spell from the smell. It happened on a regular basis. After a class, I would take the students or clients on a personal tour of the garden. We would exit the side door of the conference center right into the Mediterranean Garden and instantly, they became fixated on a shrubby marigold with a tantalizing fragrance.
Sara Carpenter and the Price Time Dancers. Photo submitted by The Price Center
On Dec. 23, 2021, a crowd overflowed from The Price Center’s 1910 Room as family and friends gathered around a tiny, vibrant woman dressed like a queen.
Columnist’s Note: My journey this week has returned to my friend, Paul Buntyn, Pastor Emeritus of Abundant Life Christian Church in San Marcos, Texas.
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