The Pear Tree Project has reached its 100th newsletter! Whenever we hear about this milestone, most people get excited because it is a significant landmark. And, many times there are lists that accompany the occasion. Why? Our species loves lists – shopping, to-dos, bucket, check, brainstorming, top one hundreds, twenty-fives, tens – well you get […]
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What did the turkey say to the farmer? Why isn’t there anything on my calendar after November? Welcome to Thanksgiving – the 2025 edition! “Is that your pop-up timer or are you just happy to see me?” Below are links and suggestions to assist you with helping others during this holiday season: https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank https://lustgarten.org https://www.heart.org
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Spooky season is over folks, so it is time to welcome November. This month ushers in the winds of gratitude and giving during the highly anticipated Thanksgiving Holiday. Alas, there’s plenty of time to gab about the gobble gobble and the frenzied orgiastic dinners taking place later this month. Right now, we would like to
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“I became insane, with long intervals of horrible sanity.” Mental Health is defined as a state of mind characterized by emotional well-being, good behavioral adjustment, relative freedom from anxiety and disabling symptoms, and a capacity to establish constructive relationships and cope with the ordinary demands and stressors of life. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!! I believe it is accurate,
Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered Read More »
In Latin, “octo” means eight – October’s place in the Roman calendar when March was the first month. It is now the 10th month in the Gregorian calendar. In Old England, October was called Winmonath, or “wine month,” for the season’s wine production, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac. It was also known as Winterfylleth,
Sombrero wearing dogs, harvest moons and rubber ducks Read More »
“Autumn is a second spring when every leaf is a flower.” The heat of summer is finally gone and the wind is cool. It’s not too hot and it’s not too cold. My favorite fall days are when the sun is shining and there is a crisp breeze. Fall nights are perfect for curling up
Pumpkin Spice, Vitamin D, and Hispanic Heritage Read More »
The Pear Tree Project has embarked on a summer long journey to highlight the arts, in particular music. There is no denying that the beats, rhythms, and melodious crooning have carried us through the dog days of summer. However, there is another cause near and dear to our hearts, DOGS, as well as other furry
Dog Parades, Pet Adoptions, & All That Jazz Read More »
There are people in this world who emanate a “joie de vivre,” joy of living. This spark is not circumstantial, it is steady and serves as a reminder that life not only knocks you down, it also picks you up. During this highly anticipated weekend, The Pear Tree Project encountered Michelino, an Uber driver intent
And I’m crazy for loving you … Read More »
She Said ~ The summer will soon be like the faded kitchen wallpaper, a thing of the past; hot, lazy, sun filled days begone! High pitched laughter will turn to groans and grunts. The early morning sun will oversleep and let the darkness blanket us for a little longer. Life will not steamroll ahead as
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He Said ~ And may sunshine and happiness surround you when you’re far from home And may you grow to be proud, dignified and true Be courageous and be brave And in my heart you’ll always stay Forever young And when you finally fly away, I’ll be hoping that I served you well For all
Let The Storm Calm, As The Willow Weeps Read More »