Author Archives: jjmummert
Photography Hobby: Late Winter at Stricker’s Pond, Madison, Wisconsin (March 15, 2022)
March 19, 2022 Now that March is halfway finished, I went out recently to try out a new lens. I haven’t done any photography during the winter months. I drove over to Stricker’s Pond in Madison, Wisconsin, less than two … Continue reading
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Tagged grocery store flower, Madison Wisconsin, Stricker's Pond, thawing pond
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Wisconsin Time – The Supervisor We All Want
Friday, March 4, 2022 The other day, my cousin, Bob, and I went to Festival Foods, a Wisconsin based supermarket. It’s Bob’s go-to grocery store located near downtown Madison. I picked up a few items and went to the checkout … Continue reading
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Tagged Festival Foods, grocery store, Madison Wisconsin, new employee, supermarket supervisors, Wisconsin
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WISCONSIN TIME: A Valentine Surprise
Thursday, February 17, 2022 I was expecting Valentine’s Day to come and go as easily as it has for so many decades. Sure, there are memories of a 10-year-old me bringing a decorated box to school to receive valentine cards … Continue reading
I Am Absolutely Perfect, of course, and You Are, too!
I am not sure when it started, but I remember being surprised and delighted at first. I think I was at a restaurant ordering lunch, and I chose what seemed to be a basic cheeseburger with coleslaw on the side … Continue reading
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Photography Hobby – Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Madison, Wisconsin
September 12, 2021 In late July I visited Olbrich Botanical Gardens with some family members. These photos were taken with my Samsung S20 Ultra. Olbrich Botanical Gardens is a must see for anyone visiting the Madison, Wisconsin area.
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Tagged Madison Wisconsin, Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Samsung S20 Ultra
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Wisconsin Time – First 36 Days in Middleton
Sunday, September 5, 2021 This is what August first looked like: Thirty-five days later I can say that all boxes have been unpacked, broken down, and placed in recycling bins. I became very familiar with the apartment elevator which took … Continue reading
Wisconsin Time – 19 Days into Extended Stay at Hotel
Monday, July 19, 2021 late afternoon Restless Overall, the stay at the hotel has been nice, but I am restless to move on and begin making my new nest. That said, Cinnamon and I do have many comforts of home … Continue reading
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Tagged Art fair, DO NOT DISTURB, Extended stay hotel, gig movers, Homewood Suites, Madison Wisconsin, Metcalfe's, Middleton, Moving, Mt. Horeb, U-Haul, Wisconsin
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Wisconsin Time – Moving On Up Day: June 30, 2021
Friday July 2, 2021 Looking back over the past several weeks, it’s hard to believe I actually purged, packed, and cleaned all that I did. But I did, and yes, I’m tired. I’m catching up with naps. Since my apartment … Continue reading
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Tagged Columbia MO, Madison Wisconsin, Middleton Wisconsin, relocation, Two Men and a Truck, Wisconsin
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ADRIFT in an Economic Sea
by Gail Hauswirth, guest commentator Saturday, June 12, 2021 I have a penchant for structure. I like knowing “if this, then that.” In my mind, predictability is the bedrock of morality and a functioning society. Equal justice means we all … Continue reading
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Reacting to Images from Ukraine
March 16, 2022 Realization sets in. One sits and cries in the cold. WHY? What have we done to deserve this? What will happen to us? People gather to rally in support of Ukraine. Berlin…Amsterdam…Chicago…millions from around the world stand … Continue reading →