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Birdwatching is a frugal activity that can be a great way to connect with your family. It’s fun and builds values of appreciation and respect for nature. It’s more than simply watching birds. Birdwatching can include learning or knowing bird names and their category, range of habitat, activities, field markings, patterns, and songs too.
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It’s been almost 8 years since I started my first website. I’ve shared pieces of myself with friends and strangers along the way. I’m always much too aware of the feedback (both positive and negative) that continues to motivate me when all I sometimes want is a vacation from thinking…time away from the flashing cursor on a blank page. Ever notice the cursor flashes at almost the same rate your …

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