Category Archives: Birdie’s Blog

I Love Fall.

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leaves and hightops
Leslie and Eva in NY sent me this cool pic.

I love fall. It just feels good to be outside this time of year, like nature is celebrating. And the colors are amazing. Red leaves against blue sky are sooooo beautiful. I especially love the red maples (Acer rubrum) we have here in NY. And back in Califa, we had quaking aspens (Populus tremuloides—isn’t it cool how the latin word makes you think of “trembling”?) The leaves turn crystal clear yellow and make such a soothing sound in the breeze, like they’re whispering just to you. Sometimes I really miss those. Continue reading →

What A Best Friend Knows Sing-Along

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This song makes me think of my friend Kerka. Of course we’re friends at school, but if you’ve read my book then you know we’ve been on BIG adventures together. We couldn’t be more different, but I think that’s what makes us such a good team. When we were travelling together, I’d be noticing the leaves on a tree, and then realize Kerka was already halfway through climbing it! We’ve laughed and cried together and even gotten in a few fights, but put us together and there’s no challenge we can’t beat. Continue reading →