You knew it was coming...my observations on life and the differences between the two states where I’ve lived. First half of my life I lived in Illinois . . . Second half of my life I lived in Florida . . . Now I'm back in Illinois again. Aside from the obvious weather and economic… Continue reading What’s the Difference?
Tag: insects
It’s a Bug’s World
I got to smell my favorite flowers for the first time in twenty-seven years. Lilacs. We moved back north just in time for the colorful spring. We are still unpacking after our one way trip out of Florida to Illinois. The weather has been near perfect (for me) since we arrived. Oh sure, we've had some… Continue reading It’s a Bug’s World
Love Bugs … Literally
I was born and raised in Chicago, so when I moved to Florida (many years ago), I had a lot to learn about this state. From the environment, to the culture, to the chameleons, to the lack of four seasons, and ... the bugs! I wrote a little about this in my post Look, Up… Continue reading Love Bugs … Literally
Infestation
by Lori (L. Virelli) Swarms are everywhere. They crash into my skin and get in my hair. Some of them are as large as a bird. Even flying into my eye has occurred. The spiders, they will not die, and frighten me into a wild-eyed cry. Have you ever heard of the Florida love bug?… Continue reading Infestation
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