haiku, a painted sky

 

 

 the clouds! like a painting

 this sunset beyond the trees 

colors float, sun sets

Haiku~~~~IN MEMORY OF MY FIRST MENTOR

 

wAS IT YESTERDAY?

YOU TAUGHT ME  THE FLOWER' S NAMES

I DRIFT OFF REPEATING 

 

  

Haiku, dandelion seeds

 

 

  

mowing the lawn now

while fairys dance on the wind

dandelion seed

 

 

 

 

 

 

haiku, ponder

 ~~~Micki Autumn

 

 weeds, thorns, and rubble

they guard the secrets of time

ponder and wonder 

 

haiku

 

 

 

 

 

 leaves dusted with snow

the blanket for the flowers

secretly growing 

haiku snowdrops in an old cup

  bulbs planted last spring

 return to the garden  now

others take their place 

 
 

snow on the full moon, an easter ramble

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Snow falls this Easter

 Spring's first leaves trying to sprout

Calm soon fills with life

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I wrote this haiku when contemplating the night before last's weather forecast, April weather has a mind of it's own hence snow is possible for this Easter.  On 3 out of those the last 40 years measurable snow did fall. Who knows may-be this year also.

 That brought back that bitterly cold morning, some 40 years ago.  When the big "kids" went out to hide goodies. The memory of that year is pretty much etched in stone, 

Being not much more than kids ourselves a "plan" was made. Instead of the egg hunt being held before lunch, it was held after lunch when the goodies had mostly melted out of the snow.  The kids {of all ages} loved it, and thanks to the the fastidious habits of one parent {certainly not me}, each  goodie, each item was sealed in a small plastic bag.

Lunch was particularly good that year also,  

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Written in  about and  egg hunt that happened about 40 years ago., The grown ups went out at dawn and hid Easter goodies for the little ones came back in for coffee and Easter gookies, when someone noticed it was snowing

 under the bluest sky

no coal smoke on the wind

only buds swelling

 

 

 
April's full pink  moon, it really doesn't mean winter is over, though i want it to be, there will still be the usual cold and  icy morning or two,many rainy days, and may-be a day or even two with measurable snow.  Here and there a a patch of early blooming bulbs, the  warm spring sun on your face, sparkling clear  light o midday.  No birdsong yet. The woods are eerily quiet.  If you look closely you might find a few ramps aka leeks. Perhaps some bits and pieces of something showing thru last Fall's  leaf litter.  A shingle,  bottles, or a tool, marking where a  home once stood.   Poking thru last years' leaves  as they break down into Mother Natures compost.  Letting you know you are not the first person to walk this ground.   

 

Full Moon in April 2026 farmers almanac

In April 2026, the full moon—traditionally known as the

Pink Moon—will occur on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. It is expected to reach peak illumination at approximately 10:12 P.M. EDT. 

Moon Details & Significance

• Traditional Name: The name "Pink Moon" comes from the early spring bloom of the North American wildflower Phlox subulata, or moss phlox. The moon will not actually appear pink; instead, it will likely have a golden hue as it rises.
• Paschal Moon: Because it is the first full moon after the spring equinox (March 20, 2026), it is designated as the Paschal Full Moon.
• Religious Importance: This lunar event is used to determine the date of Easter, which will fall on the following Sunday, April 5, 2026.
• Pink Micromoon: Some sources refer to this specific full moon as a "micromoon," as it occurs when the moon is at a farther point in its orbit from Earth. 

Alternative Names

According to various cultural traditions cited by the Old Farmer's Almanac, other names for April's full moon include: 

• Breaking Ice Moon (Algonquin)
• Moon When the Streams Are Again Navigable (Dakota)
• Budding Moon of Plants and Shrubs (Tlingit)
• Frog Moon (Cree)
• Sucker Moon (Anishinaabe) 

Farmer's Almanac Viewing Tips

• Best Viewing: Look toward the eastern horizon shortly after sunset.
• Moon Illusion: The moon often appears larger when it is near the horizon due to a visual trick known as the "moon illusion".
• April Fool's: Since it falls on April 1, the Old Farmer's Almanac notes the coincidence with April Fools' Day. 

 

 

 

haiku~~wonder or wander~

 

 

silver dollar snowflakes

my first night in a new town

wonder or wander  

haiku...good morning, said the snowwoman

 

fresh snowman snow!

quiet morning, all by myself

 my peaceful morning

 

Jan 3, 2026 Full Wolf Moon

 Shortly after midnight on New Years  i went outside to look at the nearly full Wolf Full Moon, Blowing snow and  icy cold winds greeted me.  And i howled, long and as fierce as a great grandma Wolf would.

I could hear dogs and coyotes here in the valley went silent,  for only  a short time.   I stood in silence, until the cold drove me indoors.   

 

 icy winds,stinging snow

 storm raged, my soul howled

echoing the wind 

  

Advent Calander day 24

 

 

horses stand silent

and i wonder if they know

that long ago night 

 

haiku, the rains of November

 

 

 

   Every shade of gray

painted with a cold, cold rain 

 chill no coat can stop

A belated full moon post, and haiku

 And now a belated post, some things really do appear to happen for a reason, and this just might have been one of them.

 

The Full Beaver  Moon of November, gets it's name from the usually  allusive, and industious beaver, who can be seen gathering food and working on their lodge as the first heavy frost of the year arrive.  The signal that  the snows of winter aren't far away.   

Those of us who live on the edge of the grid, have been busy making sure we have enough firewood, and the other necessitys to keep us comfy and , should the weather get really wicked.. 

 

Where was I?   Yesterday the wind began to pick up in the late afternoon, and by the time the sun went down it had gained a little strength, not much speed,. Certainly not enough to cause power outages.  The moon had risen above the tree line and was playing tag with the clouds and the spruce tree branches.  A beautiful silver disk , i couldn't resist watching it from the upstairs window  as it climbed higher in the night sky,  I was temped to, so i did watch it until it rose to a point where it was no longer possible to see it from that window.

Not long after that , the power went out. It does that sometimes, we are very used to it.

potatoes are dug

  tomato stakes all pulled

wait! the first snowflake

 

 

   

  

Welcome October !

welcome to October 

 

long night no birds sing

dry leaves rustle in the dark

 coffee by the fire

 

 

 

 There is something so warm and cozy about October, there is something dark, slightly scary about it,and there is something to sitting quietly,  thinking and resting in the dwindling sunshine.  

In my not so humble opinion October is a good time to treat yourself to some "me" time,   so raise a cup and toast make a toast to your inner child.  "klink"

haiku, a walk in the fog

  

 a walk in the fog

red, orange,  yellow leaves shinning

 breathing in the colors 

 

 

 

 

Full moon of September, and corn bread.

 September, no longer summer but not quite Autumn is a mixture of both.  Hot sunny days and frosty nights, strong thunder storms and rainbows,  a dash of snow and beautiful sunsets.  That is September in the the piney wood.  It is also the time when you see sweet corn stands along the road and heaps of it at Farmers markets.  Silver queen is my favorite variety, an oldie but a goodie. 

 

 

fresh picked sweet corn

on the fire, under the moon

buttered sunshine  

  

  

Corn Moon: Full Moon in September 2025

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Feast Your Eyes on the Corn Moon!

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August 28, 2025

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Are you feeling hungry? The full Corn Moon rises on the evening of September 7, 2025. Why do we call it the Corn Moon? Learn facts about this beautiful late summer Moon, as well as the best time to view it.

When to See the Full Moon in September 2025

This year, September’s full Corn Moon will peak illumination at 2:09 P.M. Eastern Time on Sunday, September 7. It will be below the horizon at this time, so be sure to watch for it after sunset.

Why Do We Call it the Corn Moon?

This time of year—late summer into early fall—corresponds with the time of harvesting corn in much of the northern United States. For this reason, a number of Native American peoples traditionally used some variation of the name “Corn Moon” to refer to the Moon of either August or September. Examples include Corn Maker Moon (Western Abenaki) and Corn Harvest Moon (Dakota). 

Alternative September Moon Names

Other Moon names for this month highlight how September is the transitional period between summer and fall:

• Autumn Moon (Cree)
• Falling Leaves Moon (Ojibwe)
• Leaves Turning Moon (Anishinaabe)
• Moon of Brown Leaves (Lakota)
• Yellow Leaf Moon (Assiniboine)

The behavior of animals is also a common theme, with Child Moon (Tlingit) referring to the time when young animals are weaned, and Mating Moon and Rutting Moon (both Cree) describing the time of year when certain animals, like moose, elk, and deer, are looking to mate.

→ Read more about full Moon names and their traditional meanings here.

Moon Phases for September 2025

Here are the Moon phase dates and times (EDT) for the month of September. Check our Moon Phase Calendar for dates and times in your city.

Moon Phases for September 2025

	Full Moon: September 7, 2:09 P.M. EDT
	Last Quarter: September 14, 6:33 A.M. EDT
	New Moon: September 21, 3:54 P.M. EDT
	First Quarter: September 29, 7:54 P.M. EDT

When is the next full Moon? Consult our Full Moon Calendar 

 

Best Days in September 2025

Below are the best days for activities, based on the Moon’s sign and phase in September.

Activity	Best Days
Harvesting aboveground crops	2, 3, 29, 30
Harvesting belowground crops	11, 12
Setting Eggs	3-5, 13, 14, 30
Fishing	1-7, 21-30

Moon Facts & Folklore

• Usually, the Moon rises about 50 minutes later each day; but around the time of the autumnal equinox, it rises only around 30 minutes later in the United States—even less in Canada.
• Frost occurring in the dark of the moon kills fruit buds and blossoms, but frost in the light of the moon will not.

 

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Cornbread Recipe

Jennifer Debth

5–7 minutes

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This is the BEST Cornbread Recipe! Made with cornmeal, creamed corn, and sweet corn – it’s gluten free, perfectly sweet, and PACKED with corn flavor. 

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The reason I initially wanted to make this cornbread recipe is because I cannot stop making my instant pot chili (which is so good by the way) and it tastes extra delicious with a side of homemade cornbread. It’s fluffy, so moist, a little sweet—but not too sweet—and so good.

I’d been eating the chili “plain” but then decided it just needed a little something extra. And this, my friends, is exactly what I was craving.

Ingredients

This cornbread recipe contains THREE varieties of corn: cornmeal, creamed corn, and sweet corn.

• Butter – adds moisture and adds an amazing buttery flavor that pairs so well with the sweet corn.
• Granulated Sugar – adds the perfect amount of sweetness to compliment the corn. Some cornbread recipes call for sugar, while others don’t. It’s the great sugar divide! You can definitely try to omit the sugar if you fall in the latter camp. (*not tested)
• Eggs – binds everything together.
• Buttermilk – makes the cornbread ultra moist while also providing a nice tangy flavor.
• Yellow Cornmeal – the base for our cornbread. Most recipes will call for equal parts cornmeal and flour, but I really wanted to make the corn flavor and texture shine, so we’re just using cornmeal!
• Cream Style Corn and Sweet Corn – the creamed corn adds moisture and creaminess while the sweet corn adds a nice “pop” in every bite!
• Baking Soda – helps the cornbread achieve a light and fluffy texture.
• Salt – enhances other flavors and cuts the sweetness from the sugar and corn.

I highly recommend using store-bought buttermilk, but if you’re in a pinch, make your own! 1 cup buttermilk = 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice + your choice of milk filled to the 1 cup line. Let sit for 10 minutes, then proceed with the recipe.

How to make

This might just be the easiest cornbread recipe ever. Mix (in ONE bowl), bake, then face-plant into your delicious cornbread!

1. Whisk together butter, sugar, eggs, and buttermilk in a large bowl.
2. Pour batter into a cast-iron skillet.
3. Bake for 40 minutes then serve and enjoy!

Don’t have a cast iron skillet? Try a greased non-stick baking dish instead: 8×8, 9×9, or even 9×13! *Baking times may vary.*

Is cornbread gluten-free?

This cornbread is gluten free, because it doesn’t contain any flour! Most cornbread recipes DO contain flour, so this recipe is awesome for our gluten-free folks.

Bonus: the lack of flour makes this cornbread moist, dense, and extra corn-y!

Variations

• Make it into muffins. Try my easy cornbread muffins recipe.
• Make it spicy/cheesy. Jalapeño cheddar cornbread to the rescue!
• Add pumpkin. Amp up those Fall flavors with this pumpkin cornbread recipe.
• Add sausage. Give these jalapeño cheddar smoked sausage corn muffins a go!
• Use your leftovers. Thanksgiving leftovers? Mix them in! Try my leftover turkey cornbread casserole recipe.

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How to store

Leftover cornbread will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 1-2 days, in the refrigerator for 5-7 days or in the freezer for 2-3 months.

To reheat, bake or microwave until warmed through.

– Jennifer

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• ▢ ½ cup unsalted butter melted
• ▢ ⅔ cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 2 large eggs room temperature
• ▢ 1 cup buttermilk room temperature
• ▢ 2 cups yellow cornmeal
• ▢ ½ teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ ½ teaspoon salt
• ▢ 1 (15 oz) can cream style corn
• ▢ 1 (15 oz) can sweet corn drained

• Grease a cast-iron skillet (or similar baking dish) with cooking spray.*

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

• In a large bowl, whisk together the butter, sugar, eggs, and buttermilk.

• Using a spatula, fold in the rest of the ingredients.

• Pour batter into prepared pan.

• Bake in preheated oven for about 40 minutes, or until fully cooked.

   

   

   

  Always preheat the oven. 

  Remove from oven and alllow to rest briefly before cutting into the 

   

  Will keep at room temp for  1 or 2 days

Refrigerator:5-7 Days

Freezer:2-3 Months

Reheat:Microwave or bake in oven until warm

*Storage times may vary based on temperature and conditions

You can also make this in a 9x13 in baking pan. Bake for 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Cornbread Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 slice)

Calories 358 Calories from Fat 153

% Daily Value*

Fat 17g26%

Saturated Fat 8g50%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Cholesterol 87mg29%

Sodium 269mg12%

Potassium 191mg5%

Carbohydrates 47g16%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 19g21%

Protein 7g14%

Vitamin A 125IU3%

Calcium 45mg5%

Iron 1.4mg8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

*Note: Nutrition information is estimated and varies based on products used.

Keywords: easy, gluten free, sweet corn

This post was originally published November 2, 2016 and has been updated to provide more detailed content.