Timothy Power's Blog

Animals in balloon form have long helped humans celebrate all good things on this day, proudly taking part in Macy’s famous parade. Take a look at these swelled-up celebrants of yore.The elevated elephant.

The blimpy bobcat.

The inflated insect.

The dirigible dachshund.

The helium hippo.

And the star of the show, year after year. The towering turkey!

Likewise, let our spirits soar today, and let us be grateful for the good things we have, for family and friends, for warm hospitality, and for good company. Happy Thanksgiving!

All treats. No tricks. Have a boo-tiful time!

Fourth of July is a holiday traditionally celebrated with fireworks. And fireworks come in many forms. Colorful explosions of flowers. Vibrant crayon drawings. And corn!

This is glass gem corn, a heritage variety cultivated by Oklahoma farmer Carl “White Eagle” Barnes.

Photo and story found at Seedbroadcast

Seed-keeper Carl was half-Cherokee, half Scottish-Irish, and in the course of growing older corn varieties he was able to isolate and cultivate ancestral types that had been lost to various Native tribes after their relocation to the Oklahoma territory in the 1880s. Carl’s philosophy: “The Seed Remembers.”I stand in a radiant GloryMy roots in the heart of Mother EarthMy crown in the clouds of Father SkyThe Four Winds encircle me in spirals of LoveOne going up, then downOne going down, then upThey meet in the Center of Complete Perfection—The Human Stalk of Corn—Carl Barnes

 

Give Mom a special hug today!

Hug a tree today!

Put on a nice spring dress and dance at home today!

Be sure to release your leprechauns after giving them a treat and a hearty hello!