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Favorite Posts of 2015

Cardinal on a branch in my backyard, December 2015 - featured image for Favorite Posts 2015
Cardinal on a branch in my backyard, December 2015

This past fall I have gotten busy with work and haven’t had a chance to post much. Now that it is quiet, I am taking the opportunity to post a few of my favorite posts from this past year. If you want to learn ways you might do a year end post of your own, check out: How to Create an End of Year Post – 2015 Version

Sandy Hook

I had a lot of fun visiting Sandy Hook with my daughter and her friend. So much history and scenery!
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/08/sandy-hook-nature-and-history/

Shakespeare at Rutgers Gardens

I greatly enjoyed watching Shakespeare performed in our local Rutgers Gardens.
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/07/shakespeare-at-rutgers-gardens/

Montréal Botanical Garden: Signs, Art, and Waterfall Shots

A highlight from our trip to Montréal, Canada was the beautiful botanical garden.
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/07/montreal-botanical-garden-signs-art-and-waterfall-shots/

Cucumber Seedlings Grow (and Portulaca)

In the spring I watch my cucumber seedlings grow and took photos along the way.
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/06/cucumber-seedlings-grow-and-portulaca/

The Reluctant Videographer: Miss Hannigan

My daughter played the role of Miss Hannigan in our local show of Annie. I was the reluctant videographer.
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/05/the-reluctant-videographer-miss-hannigan/

Recipes: Favorites from 2015

I’ve been making Squash Carrot Soup again and again. I also re-posted my Cashew Berry Pudding because happily it is a dessert that my daughter loves (and it’s healthy!).

Backyard Highland Park: Spring!

I am posting this one with the photo of a bird in flight.
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/04/backyard-highland-park-spring/

Bird Series Posts

In the spring of 2015 I posted about different birds that show up in my backyard: House Finches, Dark-Eyed Junco, Tufted Titmouse, and Cardinal.

Watercolor Portrait of a Young Man

Finally, here’s a watercolor of my eldest son:
https://www.leoraw.com/blog/2015/01/young-man-watercolor-portrait/

What were your favorite posts? (on your blog, my blog or anyone else’s blog)

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Ramblingwoods says

What a great idea and the layout is really nice. Oat milk. I had not heard of that before. Happy New Year to you and your family..... Michelle

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leoraw says

Michelle, glad you like this end of year post. Regarding oat milk, we have tried other non-dairy milks, and we like oat milk best. However, it is naturally sweet, so it may not be the best choice for someone with diabetes.

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eileen says

Hello, Leora

I enjoyed this end of year post. The Cardinal is gorgeous. Happy New Years to you and your family!

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leoraw says

Ah, yes, the cardinals are always a show. I love when they visit.

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Susan Cooper says

I really enjoyed this Leora. It's fun to reflex on our past work and realize how much we did and all that we accomplished. Happy New Year my friend. ?

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leoraw says

I don't always think of this blog as my accomplishments, but maybe I should! Thank you for your kind words. I always enjoy your visits.

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A.K. Andrew says

I really like your bird posts, but actually my favorite was a the watercolor, and I missed that post. Happy New Year Leora!

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leoraw says

A.K. - thanks for telling me which ones you like. The watercolor is my favorite as well. Must make time to do more watercolor in the next year.

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Donna@Gardens Eye View says

I loved reviewing these wonderful posts with you. Happy New Year Leora!

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leoraw says

Donna, thank you for visiting. Glad you liked my posts. Best to you and your family.

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Lorri M. says

I enjoyed reading this post. It was nice to reread the links. Your cardinal posts always get to me...I love them, and all the bird posts. My favorite post was the watercolor of your son...

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leoraw says

Thank you for the encouragement on the watercolor! I started a new one. The theme is Purim. I did some sketches.

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