Yesterday, we went to Schwarz Fish Company in Sheboygan, Wisconsin – the Wholesale Location this time. Then a drive to see the decorations and lights in the area. Karl observed that already the days are a little longer. Beautiful to watch the natural light change. All beautiful, whether someone created a grand display of lights, or a simple wreath.
Winter drive
holiday lights in Sheboygan
and small towns
Windmill Park
Cedar Grove, Wisconsin
September 19, 2021
Stuart J. Mentink Memorial Park
Oostburg, Wisconsin
September 19, 2021
Photos by Karl
a few daylilies
and hosta flowers
plants begin
to rest
red geranium
blooms in the garden
and still grows
This is the geranium we bought from Windmill Gardens in Cedar Grove; small red geranium is our post from May 13, 2021. I looked at their Facebook page and they are “Closed for the Season.” We enjoy the small businesses in our area, along with the large stores. Grateful for all.
small red geranium
happy in the greenhouse
and now our home
on a small table
with carnations
We went to Cedar Grove, Wisconsin yesterday. We stopped at Windmill Gardens. Later I looked for more information to share with you. You can look at their Facebook page if you are interested.
The Geranium Drawing is from Reusable Art.
Amsterdam Park
Cedar Grove, Wisconsin
June 18, 2020
Veterans Park
Oostburg, Wisconsin
June 19, 2020
Stuart J. Mentink Memorial Park
Oostburg, Wisconsin
June 25, 2020
Photos by Karl
winter kitchen
the fragrance
of blueberry coffeecake
bought yesterday
I have been watching PBS Food Shows. This week I watched Lidia Celebrates America: The Return of the Artisans. They spoke of the time and dedication it takes to learn, and the five senses were mentioned – as we also think about when creating poems. There is a lot of work that takes place before an art feels more intuitive. I like seeing so many artisans and art forms honored.
We also have enjoyed a few meals at Casa Imelda, a new restaurant in Cedar Grove, Wisconsin. Wonderful food and service.
We have so much in common, and so much to learn.
Many memories – and everyday life. Christmas today in a simple way.
Blessings,
Ellen Grace Olinger
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Karl helped me begin Poems From Oostburg, Wisconsin in December 2009. This way of being creative works well for me. I am grateful, and trust that our work is cared for well here.
Post from July 9, 2019
Oostburg Public Library
“A Little Library Growing Everyday”
Photo by Karl – July 6, 2019
Cedar Grove Public Library
Cedar Grove, Wisconsin
July 7, 2019
Photo by Karl
Flowers from Mentink’s Market Piggly Wiggly
Oostburg, Wisconsin
July 13, 2019
Ellen Grace Olinger
autumn leaves
the caregiver finds time
to rest
Ellen Grace Olinger
Daily Haiku: August 14, 2019
Charlotte Digregorio’s Writer’s Blog
Friday morning
fresh water
for the daisies
Saturday afternoon
yellow flowers
on a table in the sun
Sunday morning
clear sky above
sunrise clouds
August 2019
September Trail post
Interurban Trail, Town of Holland
Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
September 8, 2019
Photos by Karl
I was happy to receive A Moment’s Longing, Haiku Society of America Members’ Anthology 2019. Tanya McDonald served as our Editor this year. The book is beautiful. Please visit the Haiku Society of America for more information.
My poem in the book:
one red tulip
blooms in the hosta border
time alone with God
Post from September 25, 2019
late afternoon
on a warm fall day
people of all ages
at the market
time for supper
Mentink’s Market Piggly Wiggly
Oostburg, Wisconsin
September 26, 2019
Ellen Grace Olinger
Poems From Oostburg, Wisconsin 