Inhabiting the mind of an old washer, J.P. Devine ponders the unsung heroes of the laundry room over the fullness of time.
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Kennebec Journal, Morning Sentinel staff take top honors at annual Maine Press Association ceremony
The Maine Press Association’s annual awards ceremony was held Saturday at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Portland.
Backyard Naturalist: Toad psychology
Mulling whether toads think curmudgeonly thoughts, Dana Wilde ponders about the inner life of toads and the impossibility of our ever having the faintest understanding of it.
On the Edge: Ghost story
J.P. Devine recalls a time long ago in the cold woods when stories were shared around the campfire and a can of baked beans provided a jump scare.
Thinking Things Through: Origami cranes create peace, healing for many
Embarking on a quest to make 1,000 cranes dedicated to a friend’s healing, Liz Soares finds calm and good vibes in the process.
On the Edge: Where to travel in October
A recent news article prompts J.P. Devine to reflect on ‘happier’ places and the lies we sometimes tell ourselves to get through moments of desperation.
Backyard Naturalist: After apple picking
Golden sunlight, a cartload of apples and a love of autumn and family are lasting September memories, Dana Wilde writes.
On the Edge: Cat on a hot Prius roof
When a black cat crosses one’s path, I’ve been told it’s an omen, and I looked it up to be sure, writes J.P. Devine.
Thinking Things Through: Marking the changing of seasons
Liz Soares embraces the many signs that fall has arrived as the natural world changes.
On the Edge: They’re coming (redux)
Disaster has been the sad old song this summer and Maine should be ready, J.P. Devine writes.