Welcome to February

Hi! Just me popping up to wish you a pleasant Ground Hog Day!

Did you know today is the midpoint between the winter solstice and the spring equinox?

So…hang in there. Winter will yield to spring before I get another decent nap. Oh — be sure to include pork sausage in today’s menu.

This black-tailed prairie dog digs at the St. Louis Zoo. Scared of his shadow? I don’t think so. He and his friends are experts at tag and hiding.

Illinois hosted miles and miles of prairie in 1851. However, I’d expect to find a woodchuck rather than the ancestor of this fine fellow above.

For a sweet romance featuring humans — plus a nod to horses — check out New Dreams. The German immigrants find much new and strange in America.

Find the book here: https://amzn.to/3vWydWE