Nature
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Beatrix Potter: Author and Naturalist, Part III (Conclusion)

The advice ‘write what you know’ rings true in most situations. A story might fall flat if the author is trying to write something they do not know, or if they try explaining something they have not researched. Beatrix Potter’s quest to learn about fungi is one example of this. Continue reading
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That Wretched ‘New-Year Smell’

We can achieve what we want, if only we put in the time and effort. Is there something you’ve always wanted to do or be? Trust me—you can do anything if you’re willing to be humble and learn. Continue reading
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Poem: Avonlea
Five monarchs flutter in a row–They’re grace on wings,And as they go,Time stops. Am I in Avonlea?Though Avonlea has never seenFive monarchs in a row! They make no sound to my own ear,Yet my heart makes outMusic here.Five monarchs make a chord of light.It will ring clear into the night.What dark have I to fear! Continue reading