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    Wild Birds and Wild Cats: Drama in My Garden

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 13, 2025

     

    This morning, the sun cast a wave of light across my lawn, spotlighting two doves beneath the bird feeder.

    What made today different? One dove pecked for breakfast in the freshly cut grass, while the other sat fluffed and still, as if incubating eggs.

    We all know a fluffy bird is a happy bird.

    My glee erupted like a giddy child and I watched them for as long as it took several Random Rab songs to play. 🎶

    I reveled in pride. For years, I had worked to create this exact scene—birds who love visiting my yard and feel safe enough to relax.

    That had never happened, to this extent—until now.

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    My Favorite Bird Seed & Feeder

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 12, 2025

    I love these bird feeders for their quick-clean feature. Simply squeeze the tabs at the bottom to …

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  • As I See It

    Mother’s Day Nostalgia: Bracing for Impact

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 4, 2025

    Each Mother’s Day, I brace for impact. Not because I am a mother, but because I had …

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    50 by 60 UPDATE: 50 things to do before I turn Sixty

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 26, 2025

    In March 2021, at 59 years old, well into the COVID pandemic, I created a list 50 …

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    The Star Wars Principle

    You had to be there
    by Deborah Bass Published: February 19, 2025

    I’m on a mission to read all the famous forever books and see the most revered movies—those …

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  • As I See ItFoodRecipes

    What To Do When You Eat Junk Food: Shout like Kevin

    A Proposed Atomic Habit Baby Step *wink
    by Deborah Bass Published: February 10, 2025

    I’m finally getting around to reading the profoundly popular Atomic Habits. I’m on page 66 where the …

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    A Love Fest: Jack Ravi’s Anne Frank Book

    by Deborah Bass Published: February 3, 2025

    Healing is an art. Paint your canvas. – Anonymous   When is the last time you were …

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  • As I See ItHobbies, Crafts & DIY

    Gifting Homemade Cards – The Joy & Angst

    by Deborah Bass Published: January 29, 2025

    Creating art takes courage. And gifting it does, too. Creativity takes courage. —Henri Matisse Crafting a card …

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    Spicy Chocolate Chip Hot Chocolate

    New recipe — New saucepan
    by Deborah Bass Published: January 28, 2025

    My craving for hot chocolate reached an all-time high today. All I had in the pantry were …

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    What Color Would You Name Today?

    by Deborah Bass Published: January 22, 2025

    Ron and I met my son Brandon in Berkeley recently for lunch. We dined at Iyasare and …

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    It’s been a while. Wondering what I’ve been up to?

    The Wonky Years
    by Deborah Bass Published: January 12, 2025

    I hereby declare the last several years as the Wonky Years. These years encompass the worldwide pandemic, …

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  • Quotes & Ponderings

    Be fully lit and willing to show it.

    by Deborah Bass Published: December 1, 2024
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    Mimosa Trees, Bugs, & Contemplating the Circle of Life

    by Deborah Bass Published: August 3, 2021

    The earth laughs in flowers.” —RALPH WALDO EMERSON, American essayist, lecturer, philosopher, and poet The earth may …

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    The Painted Veil Movie Mesmerizes

    by Deborah Bass Published: May 10, 2021

    I’m currently obsessed with the movie The Painted Veil. This period piece from 2006, grounded with the shiniest …

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    How to Know if Your UGG Boots are Counterfeit

    by Deborah Bass Published: April 1, 2021

    My UGG® boots are the most comfortable shoe I’ve ever owned.  I find I write plenty about …

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About Me

Hey, there. I'm Deborah~

Writer. Miner of meaning. Beautiful things seeker. I write about whatever sparks inspiration or makes my solar plexus twirl—travel, art, urban expeditions, and tougher topics like grief and dark history. I don’t flinch from the hard stuff. Mostly, I love to open hearts and ignite emotion.

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  • Home
  • As I See It
  • Travel
    • 33 Days in Europe
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