Tag Archives: October

Of People, Prairies, and Pies

Posted on October 11, 2011 by the roused bear

There are a lot of really nice places to live in this world.  Sometimes Iowa is not the most pleasant place, but I wouldn’t trade it for anywhere right now, in the middle of October. I’m guessing that there are … Continue reading →

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Peck’s Skipper

Posted on October 6, 2011 by the roused bear

I took another vacation day yesterday.  I had some chores to do–I cut down an old elm tree to use for firewood and did a few other things around the house. It was a magnificant October day in Iowa, and … Continue reading →

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Mixed Feelings about October

Posted on October 13, 2010 by the roused bear

October in Iowa is clearly the prettiest month and usually has the most comfortable weather.  Fall colors are just beautiful and the nights are cool while the days are sunny and warm. I can’t think of a place I would … Continue reading →

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